If you cannot punish an animal or young child immediately,
A)wait for the next instance of misbehavior.
B)take the animal or child back to the place of the misbehavior and then punish them.
C)delay the punishment but increase the intensity.
D)clearly state or point at the damage while punishing later.

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Waiting for the next instance of misbehavior allows for the opportunity to reinforce positive behavior in the meantime and gives the animal or child a chance to understand what behaviors are expected. It also ensures that the punishment is not disconnected from the misbehavior, as with option B, C, or D.

If You Cannot Punish an Animal or Young Child Immediately