The perfect dog is not made by magic. Balance of respect and trust are what creates the perfect dog. "what ifs" become a thing of the past with unconditional trust and respect, such as "what if someone is bitten by my dog" or "what if the dog runs away". All of which are based on a lack of trust between dog and human, made when the humans understands dogs and their way.
Basic principles of achieving trust and respect involve the following: The walk - the walk is the deciding factor in how healthy your relationship is with your dog. It is the time when trust and respect is earned, both ways.
Leading the walk involves setting the arrangement of the followers. The followers seek the leaders support when deciding which position to be in, in front, next to, or behind. An easy method involves putting a leash on your dog, and shortening it to allow your dog to stay next to or behind you, not pulling. This means you are playing the role of the leader by setting the position. There should be no stress on the leash, especially from your side. Once you start to lead the walk your dog will get the point and will give you respect.
If you find that tension occurs on the leash during the walk, one of two things is occurring. One, you are not projecting leadership and confidence enough, perhaps you are frustrated or in a rush, are you holding your arm in a relaxed manner so that you are not transmitting stress down the leash? Give trust by trusting your dog will not pull or misbehave and give respect by respecting their needs for discipline and structure, particularly on the walk.
Loving your dog is one thing, but if your dog misbehaves or acts up on the walk, maybe you should try and give another kind of love. Love to dogs means structure and work beforehand. Consistent rules such as when to leave for walking, when to awaken, when to play, the leader sets all of these rules and it results in a healthier relationship wherein the dog understands the love you are giving.
Basic principles of achieving trust and respect involve the following: The walk - the walk is the deciding factor in how healthy your relationship is with your dog. It is the time when trust and respect is earned, both ways.
Leading the walk involves setting the arrangement of the followers. The followers seek the leaders support when deciding which position to be in, in front, next to, or behind. An easy method involves putting a leash on your dog, and shortening it to allow your dog to stay next to or behind you, not pulling. This means you are playing the role of the leader by setting the position. There should be no stress on the leash, especially from your side. Once you start to lead the walk your dog will get the point and will give you respect.
If you find that tension occurs on the leash during the walk, one of two things is occurring. One, you are not projecting leadership and confidence enough, perhaps you are frustrated or in a rush, are you holding your arm in a relaxed manner so that you are not transmitting stress down the leash? Give trust by trusting your dog will not pull or misbehave and give respect by respecting their needs for discipline and structure, particularly on the walk.
Loving your dog is one thing, but if your dog misbehaves or acts up on the walk, maybe you should try and give another kind of love. Love to dogs means structure and work beforehand. Consistent rules such as when to leave for walking, when to awaken, when to play, the leader sets all of these rules and it results in a healthier relationship wherein the dog understands the love you are giving.
About the Author:
Some of this information was gathered from the site of dog behaviorist George Manning.
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