Praise or treats? New evidence

[Sharon]

This is an interesting question actually. Ultimately the treat thing is somewhat of an inconvenience compared to praise, especially in a hunting scenario. Actually not sure treats during a hunt would even be good. My dog doesn't stick around for treats or praise if hunting. He charges on for the next bird.

Mine too. Won't come to drink even which is sometimes a worry.

[terrym]

Mine too. Won't come to drink even which is sometimes a worry.

Yup. Mine is like that too. They just can't turn it off.

[Bluebulldog]

I've always trained my dogs using praise...

Praise is easy to procure, with a healthy "atta girl", and a good ruffle when they do well.

Treats mean you have bits of food / kibble etc in your pockets......