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How to be a Leader: Calm & Confidently
Our Philosophy
Now that your puppy is in your house, he no longer has other dogs as his pack, he has to adjust and learn how to behave with a human family. He has to learn his place in the pack. You are his human leader, and just like momma dog, you have to have a "too cool" attitude. You are way too cool to yell, scream, or shout. You don't let anyone get the best of you, always calm and confident. Being a leader is not about dominating or brute force; your pack members should not fear you. After all, who wants to listen to a bully? Leadership is not dominance. You do not rule through the threat of punishment, instead, you teach the pathway to reward. The flip side of the coin is that nobody wants to trust and follow someone who is weak and wishy-washy. You set limits and are consistent with them- the understanding is clear, the consequences are fair. You have to BE someone worth following. Then your dog's trust is within you, he just has to worry about being a dog.
Remember this "If you treat your dog like a human, he will treat you like a DOG."
Dogs think differently than humans, and it is our job to understand the way a dogs mind works. Training is the first step towards a great relationship. A well-trained dog is a happy dog- an untrained dog gets scolded more often, cannot enjoy a close proximity to people, exhibits anxiety, and often is downright dangerous! Most dogs in shelters were given up for behavioral reasons, sadly. Once you learn how dogs think, and you learn how to communicate, you can be the trusted leader.
Every dog needs a job, so give your dog something to do. You are your dogs pathway to reward! Your dog is confident, secure, and has been taught whats required of him through formal training. You have a language now, a way of communicating that will help ensure positive experiences for your next 15 years together. Your dog can relax and be a dog- you are in the drivers seat!
-Dynamic Dogs Chicago Dog Training