[chapala]

Yes, but I thought your statement above could be dangerous since it might lead people who aren't versed in positive training techniques to squirt, yell or worse at the plucking, biting or screaming bird.

Differential reinforcement of an incompatible behavior (DRI) is a tool commonly used by positive reinforcement trainers to work on extinguishing undesirable behavior.

Certain behaviors are very difficult to change, and punishment can seem like a logical choice to a frustrated owner. The side effects of punishment however can damage severely the relationship between bird and owner.