Dog Training Tricks That Will Help You End Aggression
A dog is an instinctively aggressive creature. In the wild, aggression came in very handy: dogs needed aggression to hunt, to defend themselves from other creatures, and to defend resources such as food, a place to sleep, and a mate. Selective breeding over the centuries has minimized and refined this trait significantly, but there's just no getting around it: dogs are physically capable of inflicting serious harm (just look at those teeth!) because that's how they've survived and evolved. And Mother Nature is pretty wily - it's hard to counteract the power of instinct!
But that doesn't mean that we, as dog lovers and owners, are entirely helpless when it comes to handling our dogs. There's a lot that we can do to prevent aggression from rearing its ugly head in the first place - and even if prevention hasn't been possible (for whatever reason), there are still steps that we can take to recognize and deal with it efficiently.
But that doesn't mean that we, as dog lovers and owners, are entirely helpless when it comes to handling our dogs. There's a lot that we can do to prevent aggression from rearing its ugly head in the first place - and even if prevention hasn't been possible (for whatever reason), there are still steps that we can take to recognize and deal with it efficiently.
Simple, Fast, Effective Dog Training Tips
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"My husband and I adopted Jack (a one year old male Pug/Chihuahua mix) three months ago from a shelter (we are his third home in a year) and to put it mildly he was 20 pounds of terror-- dominate, nipping, chewing and also had separation anxiety issues. He quickly earned the name 'Jack The Nipper'.I read a couple of books about dogs behaving badly, but felt that I needed a step-by-step approach to correct Jack's unpleasant behavior. I researched the internet and came across SitStayFetch, which I quickly downloaded, printed and read in one evening.
I immediately started with the Alpha Dog lessons and got across to Jack that I am the Alpha Mommy. I had no idea that doing something as simple as making him sit before I put his bowl of food down would make a difference in how Jack viewed me.
Jack has made great progress. He has become confident, less anxious and likes to practice commands every day. We still need to work on a few areas, but it's only been less than three months! Jack is much happier knowing that we are the pack leaders who protect, feed and love him.
I recommend SitStayFetch to everyone who has a dog as a companion. I have learned so much about dog behaviors and how to respond accordingly without yelling or intimidating. Thanks Dan for writing such a great learning tool!"
-- Susan Caruso (USA)
Your dog isn't going to train himself!
"Dog Training Tricks Give Owners New Sense Of Control"
Your Dog Is Not Happy Unless YOU Are In Control
Be the Leader. Establishing your role as pack leader is one of the most vital
parts of making this method work for you.
This will involve making the dog feel secure in many different social
situations and interactions (which cannot happen unless you have
established your dominance).
Submissive or anxious dogs run the risk of acting out with defensive
aggression. Alpha dogs run the risk of acting out with dominance
aggression - without proper guidance, they will always take the law into
their own jaws, so to speak. The key is to be calm yet firm.
SitStayFetch - Dog Training To Stop Your Dog Behavioral Problems!
parts of making this method work for you.
This will involve making the dog feel secure in many different social
situations and interactions (which cannot happen unless you have
established your dominance).
Submissive or anxious dogs run the risk of acting out with defensive
aggression. Alpha dogs run the risk of acting out with dominance
aggression - without proper guidance, they will always take the law into
their own jaws, so to speak. The key is to be calm yet firm.
SitStayFetch - Dog Training To Stop Your Dog Behavioral Problems!
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I want everyone to learn to train their dog using the easiest method available. This keeps the owner happy and the dog out of the pound. (more)
