We love our dogs, no question about it, but as dog owners we’ve had to deal with our share of embarrassing situations because our furry friends just wouldn’t listen to us when we really needed them to listen the most.
Seriously, what could be better than snapping on your dog’s leash and heading out to enjoy a sunny day at the park? And what can ruin that perfect scenario faster than your dog pulling and choking himself the entire way? Maybe he wraps his leash around your legs (ooh, graceful!) or barks incessantly at that no-nonsense Rottweiler at the corner? God forbid Fido manages to slip out of your grasp, forcing you to run after him, possibly even putting his life – and yours – in danger in the process.
The well-trained dog truly is the happiest of all dogs, one you can enjoy in a way you could never enjoy a reckless, disobedient pooch. As a dog lover and owner all of my life, I’ve never understood why some owners will put up with an unruly canine, especially if that canine’s behavior is embarrassing, dangerous, or bothersome to others. And when there are so many options out there to help us learn how to be in perfect control of our dogs!
Dogs are pack animals. They like to know who’s in charge and if you don’t show them that you are, they will assume that role themselves. That’s when the fun really ends, and you find yourself spending all of your time scolding, pleading, feeling embarrassed, and throwing your arms up in tired, helpless frustration.
But it doesn’t have to be that way!
Check out the local dog training classes in your area. Community centers will sometimes offer lessons, as do some pet shop franchises.
Buy a book.
Buy several books in order to gain an even better perspective.
Speak with other dog owners to learn how they achieved their impressively well-behaved dog.
The wonders and ease of the Internet are extremely helpful in this instance because you literally have all of the information you could ever need or want, right at your fingertips. There are downloadable E-books and videos from professional trainers that allow you to learn right in the comfort of your own home – offering you instant access no less. I personally love this option! But whatever you do, don’t waste another minute with your best friend that doesn’t see him learning and behaving in a way that enhances your relationship in countless positive ways. Love her enough to show her the boundaries and teach her to feel safe and happy as an obedient member of your “pack”.
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