Why Treat Training Doesn't Lead to Lasting Results

There are differing views on positive reinforcement or the use of treats to train puppies and to change the behavior of a dog. I do not believe the use of treats is the answer. Treats are a temporary band aid, the use of food is a lure (bribe), it is only management of the situation in the moment; it isn’t actual training. Once you stop giving the treats for a particular behavior or command, such as “stay,” a pet will most likely stop obeying because the lure is no longer present.