Redditors Reveal How They Accidentally Conditioned Their Pet

Oops! Turns out, animals are pretty intelligent animals and by reinforcing positive attributes, such as treats, they will likely do it again. For the treat, not for you. 

An AskReddit thread by user shoonpo, asked the community to share what they have accidentally conditioned their pets to do. The results? Gold, as always. 

Now we would like from you, our fellow readers! Is there something you've accidentally conditioned your pet to do? Share it with us in the comments below! 

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