The dog's place within the family

In order to prevent this from happening, the owners must show their dominance early on in the puppy’s life by showing him his position within the hierarchy of the family. Enforcement of this position will apply to scheduling meals as well as in games, and all the commands which ensue.

The dog must also respect all family members, especially children and grandparents. It is therefore essential that all family members have control over the dog. This way, you will have a pleasant relationship, without competition or dominance on the part your dog. He will trust his masters and will respect the rules which you have established.

Dominance is not something which is imposed with force, but rather something you obtain when you have gained the dog’s trust, for example, he is not afraid of being touched on the back and lets you do it willingly. During training, many examples of various techniques will be explained so you will become an exemplary leader.

To become a good master, you will have to obtain the same privileges that an “alpha” dog gets in nature:

  • The dog must direct his attention to the leader on demand.
  • The leader controls the food, and therefore eats first; underlings watch and wait for their turn.
  • The leader controls interactions within the group.
  • The leader is in front when there are displacements.
  • The leader wings all games and combats.
  • Every dog must accept being touched by the leader.
  • The leader controls the territory.
  • The leader olds the place of choice to rest.
  • The leader chooses the places to defecate.
  • The leader shows the group what to do, how, when and where to do it.

Leadership: The dog’s position within the family must be maintained at all times to avoid conflict. Stability within the family entity is obtained by everyone applying the same rules. Anyone who is incapable of applying and respecting the rules will have a hard time being obeyed, because the dog will constantly attempt to defy this “weak link” within the hierarchy. Rules are conceived to establish what is allowed and what is not in the dog’s eyes. They must be adapted to your environment and lifestyle. Being constant in the application of these rules is the key to success.

The Redirection Principle: The changes you want to make in you dog’s behavior are sequential. In order to realize them, the dog needs to link many interrelated acts in order to execute the precise actions required. It is possible to break this linkage by giving your dog “out of context” information, that is, which has no relation with the situation in which he finds himself. His situation, which always startles the dog because he doesn’t recognize it, is called a “disruptive stimulus”. It momentarily interrupts the behavior, so the dog can be aware of what is going on around him. It is at that moment that the dog becomes “available” and can be oriented towards another activity or basic command that he didn´t want to do before. The surprise element brought on by the device can be attributed to a combination of many types of stimulation hat monopolize all of the animal’s senses. The cold mist of the spray affects the senses of touch sight, hearing and smell. Repeating the sessions will allow you to obtain quick results. As your dog understands the meaning of the odor, you can use this odor to make him understand that the action done within the sequence is not the correct one. If you train your dog this way, he will construe that “citronella” means “incorrect”. Within a short time, your dog will reorient himself towards the proper behavior.

Remote Controlled Dog Trainer Using Spray Commander: Preliminary Remarks Programming the Remote Control Dog Training The dog's place within the family Socialization Causes for Dog Disobedience Rules and Notions of Behavior Indicators for Good and Bad Behavior Two Categories for Positive Reinforcement (Primary, Secondary) The "SOUND" Option on Spray Commander When to stop using the sound How to Reward a Dog When to use the Citronella Spray The Warning Feature on Spray Commander How to Use Correction Wisely Play During and After Training Session Never Let the Dog Win Stress and Your Dog The Ten Basic Commands Sequence Chart 1: Primary Training Phase Sequence Chart 2: Obedience Training How to Begin Obedience Training Obedience Training "SIT' when the dog is standing "DOWN" when the dog is seated "SIT" when the dog is lying down "STAND" 1 when the dog is seated "STAND" 2 when the dog is lying down "DOWN" when the dog is standing Consolidation Exercises Practice the commands from a distance Positive Association "STAY" Command The "STAY" command from a distance "HEEL" Command How to obtain desired results with a leash When the dog constantly tugs at the leash The Gentle Leader Collar for Dogs "DON’T TOUCH" Command Biting Dog Games "STOP" Command Spray Commander: A Short-Term Training Tool Re-Educating Your Dog Dealing with Unacceptable Behavior How to Evaluate a Problem Counter-conditioning and systematic desensitization 2. Systematic desensitization 3. Immersion Problems with Soiling Possible causes for soiling Fears and phobias Urinating by submission or excitement How to solve the problem The importance of a cage in education for soiling Should you catch your dog in the act Underlying reasons most frequent in dealing with soiling problems: The pack leader controls the food Examples of dominant behavior How lo introduce your dog to strangers Dog Destruction Possible causes for destruction Games and investigating the environment The dog that demands attention How to prevent destruction Before leaving the house Make sure that the dog gets enough exercise How to Prevent Chasing or Running Away Typical causes for running away or chasing Game investigation social contact Procedure to counter chasing The dog that Jumps and Grabs at People Picking up or Stealing Objects How to Stop Your Dog from Stealing Coprophagia - The dog that eats his stools The Agitated, Excitable Dog The Dog Cries to Obtain Attention or Food Separation anxiety Treating Separation Anxiety Separation Anxiety Steps 4-5 Separation Anxiety Steps 6-8 Conclusion regarding Separation Anxiety Fear of men The difference between a fearful dog and a dominant aggressive dog Fear of certain people or other dogs How the Dog reacts to Change Automobile Rides Dog Tricks and Games The search for a person or an object : "Bring to", "Bring the in" "SNIFF / FETCH" Game "JUMP" Game "ROLL OVER" Trick "GIVE YOUR PAW" "THERE'S A BISCUIT ON YOUR NOSE!" How to establish limits with Spray Barrier How to prevent the dog from leaving his territory and running away Excessive barking How are undesirable behaviors reinforced? Feline Problems Feline vocalisation Inappropriate Elimination Behavior Inappropriate Spraying in Cats Aggression among Cats How to select a good educator if you need help Dog Behavior Glossary

 

 

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