Be a great leader for your furry best friend! Here's how to do it.
When we lead, we also control. A Gentle Leader is a tool to help control a dog, as is a regular collar, a harness, as well as a treat or a ball. These are tools used to maintain engagement and control, with the goal being able to maintain control with compliance and enthusiasm without any forceful method or device.
Here are five leadership skills to help you create and build a bond like you’ve never known before:
1. Understanding what motivates your dog
Use the right motivator, and your dog will be more trainable. Find what works for your dog and go for it.2. Flexing mental, not physical, muscles
Connecting with dogs using these simple leadership skills helps you build a strong, healthy partnership with your dog. It’s about communication, connection, motivation, intention, preparation, timing, and reward.3. Being patient
When teaching something new, a trick or a new cue, don’t spend more that five minutes or 15 small treats. Your dog may get it right away or not. If they do, don’t do it another 30 times. If they don’t get it, don’t continue. Take a break; try another time.4. Speaking your dog’s language
If we can’t communicate, we can’t bond. It’s that simple. English is my first language. Body language is a dog’s first language. You really do need to become fluent in dog.5. Observing
Knowing how your dog moves through the world helps you to better communicate and teach.
With these easy steps, you'll be the leader of your pack in no time. just remember to be extremely patient. Humans and dogs have very different ways of communicating.
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