I'm one who has spanked. I spanked like a parent - out of fear. Once Chester got out nad ran across the street, in front of a car, to the neighbors sprinkler. (He loves water) I reacted like many parents. I chased him down, tapped him on the behind, and then kissed him all over about a hundred times. I felt so bad for the spanking, but I was just so scared and freaked. I don't think I've ever done it again, though.