According to the article, Tough love works for dogs, too! Dog owners need to assert themselves with "tough love." The article states that behaviors that are not acceptable in a full grown dog, should not be allowed to develop in puppies. Therefore, it is very important that you, the human owner, determine in advance what will be acceptable dog behavior in your home. The article emphasizes the importance of establishing the rules that you expect your puppy to observe. It continues by giving some examples of training your new dog to understand that you are the one in control, the alpha leader. For more information about training tips, access Tough love works for dogs, too!
Becoming the alpha leader will even enhance your relationship with your dog, according to the article, The Alpha Factor. The article states that once you become the leader, "your dog will seek you out. He will want to be with you and treat you with respect and affection." The article gives dog owners some exercises that can be used with puppies. Some are only suitable for puppies to three months old and the others for puppies that are up to six months old. Also, the exercises should not be used for puppies with an aggression problem. The article also gives some tips for establishing and maintaining control of older dogs. The article stresses that if your dog gowls or snaps at you, do not ignore it. For more detailed information about these tips access The alpha factor.
The saying, you reap what you sow, especially applies to raising a dominant dog. If the dog is out of control, don't blame the dog; try to understand what you, as the dog's owner, need to do to correct the situation. If you don't feel that you can correct it on your own, then seek help from an animal behaviorist. Dogs are only as nice as we, their owners, allow them to be.
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