Leader Dog
Building a Relationship With Your Dog
Whether you are concerned about developing a strong bond with your new puppy or if you want to repair your relationship with an old furry friend, it is important that you get started straight away. Starting a relationship from scratch with a puppy is generally an easier task than mending or tweeking an existing relationship with your dog, but there are still a few basic ideas that you should keep in mind. Read on to learn a few tips you can use to establish and maintain a strong bond with your pooch.
The first thing you need to learn, if you don’t know already, is that your dog will view your family as his pack. Even in the wild, packs of dogs have a leader, known as the alpha. In your pack, you should be the leader; this will make your dog not only obedient to you, but loyal and respectful. It’s crucial that you include your dog in family activities, but never give him reason to believe he should be the alpha (ie: eating from your plate, taking the lead on walks or entering doorways before you, playing tug-of-war or another game where he can physically overpower you, etc.). You must assume the air of a leader and let your dog understand that while he is a valued and loved member of your family, his place is last in the pecking order (human family members always come first). Acting as the leader will give your dog a stability he will appreciate and respect, and respect is everything when it comes to having a good relationship with your pet.
It’s also important that you show your dog that he can trust you. Trust is the fundamental element that creates a long-lasting bond and it must be maintained. One way that you can encourage your dog to trust you is by developing a steady routine that he can depend upon. You are his source of not only food and water, but it’s up to you to let him outside for play time and to do his “business.” Try to make sure he’s fed and watered around the same time everyday and let out to potty frequently. Your dog will have inherent trust in you if you prove that you are a good leader who can be depended upon to provide his basic needs.
Try to take up an activity that you and your dog can do together every day or a few times a week. Brushing your dog’s fur every night or taking him for one-on-one walks will help him feel appreciated and valued. Bath time and exercising can also be good bond-building routines. Keep your dog involved with your life every day through chores and other activities. Training is an excellent way to get your dog involved. If your dog is already housebroken, buy a set of dog stairs and train your dog to use them. Let him know that he is a cherished member of the family and you will see what a blessing the companionship of a dog can be!
For more great tips about raising pets, or to purchase a set of pet stairs, visit Help Your Pets here.
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Gentle Leader DOG TRAINING TREAT POUCH w/ Belt By Terry Ryan - Many Colors $17.79 |
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Gentle Leader DOG TRAINING TREAT POUCH w/ Belt By Terry Ryan - Many Colors $17.79 |
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Gentle Leader DOG TRAINING TREAT POUCH w/ Belt By Terry Ryan - Many Colors $17.79 |
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Gentle Leader, Small w/ DVD $16.9 In our opinion the Gentle Leader can be a wonderful tool to help you train your dog to walk on a loose lead...not as a fix for life. It is not for every dog or every person! Please use gentle hands when working with your dog. If the Gentle Leader is adjusted properly you should see nearly instant results with your dog. Perfect fit of the Gentle Leader is a MUST! The Small fits dogs between 5 - 25 lbs. Includes an instructional DVD to learn how to properly use the Gentle Leader. Walking your dog, stop pulling/lunging, teaching sit, good manners and much more. See the Gentle Leader being used properly so you'll understand what to do with your dog. Do not jerk or pull your dog with the Gentle Leader. Jerking or pulling your dog with any leash or collar can result in injury. If your dog does not show a nearly immediate response to the Gentle Leader it means either it is not adjusted properly or your dog is not a good candidate for this training tool. Our motto: First do no harm. The Gentle Leader headcollar is not a muzzle. The Gentle Leader headcollar offers a fast, gentle and effective way to control unwanted behavior without harsh methods or devices. Because it's designed to work with your dog's natural instincts, behavior changes in minutes, not weeks. Always use under adult supervision. Please note, the nose strap on the Gentle Leader Headcollar by Premier is 3/8 inch wide. Lifetime Guarantee: if your Premier Gentle Leader has any sort of accidental damage or hardware failure, including chewage, you can exchange it for a new collar. This guarantee does not include collars that are simply dirty, outgrown or lost. If you purchased it from us, just return the damaged item to us and enclose payment of $5.95 for return shipping. |
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Gentle Leader, Medium w/ DVD $16.9 In our opinion the Gentle Leader can be a wonderful tool to help you train your dog to walk on a loose lead...not as a fix for life. It is not for every dog or every person! Please use gentle hands when working with your dog. If the Gentle Leader is adjusted properly you should see nearly instant results with your dog. Perfect fit of the Gentle Leader is a MUST! The Medium fits dogs between 25 - 60 lbs. Includes an instructional DVD to learn how to properly use the Gentle Leader. Walking your dog, stop pulling/lunging, teaching sit, good manners and much more. See the Gentle Leader being used properly so you'll understand what to do with your dog. Do not jerk or pull your dog with the Gentle Leader. Jerking or pulling your dog with any leash or collar can result in injury. If your dog does not show a nearly immediate response to the Gentle Leader it means either it is not adjusted properly or your dog is not a good candidate for this training tool. Our motto: First do no harm. The Gentle Leader headcollar is not a muzzle. The Gentle Leader headcollar offers a fast, gentle and effective way to control unwanted behavior without harsh methods or devices. Because it's designed to work with your dog's natural instincts, behavior changes in minutes, not weeks. Always use under adult supervision. Please note, the nose strap on the Gentle Leader Headcollar by Premier is 3/8 inch wide. Lifetime Guarantee: if your Premier Gentle Leader has any sort of accidental damage or hardware failure, including chewage, you can exchange it for a new collar. This guarantee does not include collars that are simply dirty, outgrown or lost. If you purchased it from us, just return the damaged item to us and enclose payment of $5.95 for return shipping. |
