Wow, a new year is got a good start already on me. Mac's training is going well but one thing he does not do-come when he's called. To his ears it sounds like-catch me if you can. It's frustrating and dangerous if he ever gets loose. Unlikely but it could happen. I am thinking long and hard on this one and have come up with some strategies for helping him learn. Firm and harsh? No way. Lots of treats and love-yes and yes. I want him to run fast as he can to me. Firm and harsh might make him come but slow and submissive. I want him happy and fast. So look at the ONE THING that's hard for your dog. Come up with new strategies and start the new year off and running.
And another thought-do I alpha roll him and make him submit? No way. It's stupid, harmful to you, your dog and your relationship. And dangerous. We have a fun, working relaionship not a master/slave relationship. Isn't that what you want in your dog too?
