<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
I don't see why I can't hit my dog? I own it. Nobody says I can't hit my PlayStation if I want to. There's no difference. A dog is property, I'm so confused.
<|assistant|>
Physically hitting another living creature, regardless of whether that creature is your dog or not, is wrong and not acceptable. There are other forms of discipline that are much more humane and appropriate that can be used instead, such as praise and rewards, or positive reinforcement and time-out. In the long-term, physical discipline can also have the opposite effect on the animal, and can lead to fear, mistrust, or even aggression.