dog aggression training
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One thing to keep in mind with dog training... Most people think it's the DOG that needs the training when in fact it is the MASTER that requires the training. It's all about psychology, body language, exercise and discipline.
Psychology
If you can put yourself in the mindset of a dog and realize that dogs have a 'pack mentality' then you will realize that every pack has a leader. The master MUST be the pack leader.Body Language
If you treat your dog all foo-foo, itty-bitty baby coddling it day and night and walking up to it and making cutesy guestures your dog is going to pick up on that. The pack leader would never coddle another one of it's pack. It would be firm and dish out disciplinary measures when they're needed. Dogs ABSOLUTELY require a firm, yet compassionate master to keep them in check.Exercise
Most domesticated dogs get far less exercise then they should often resulting in lots of pent-up energy that can be transferred in negative ways. As their master it is your task to make sure your dog stays exercised and healthy. If they don't have an outlet to release their energy they will find an outlet for it.Discpline
An exercised dog is a pliable one. The period after a dog has been exercised is when it is most willing to general obedience training as it's mental state will be one of acceptance rather than defiance.