James Hart Hart itibaren Texas itibaren Texas

This is my best reference for raising my dogs. The monks have aptly and appropriately emphasized the importance of both reading canine behavior and using praise and corrections that 'speak their language.' For example, dog mothers do not correct their puppies by saying, "Now Spot, that was not a nice thing to do. I don't like it when you do that so you'll have to stop that, you hear?" This is something I've seen done way too often between human owners and their dogs. Usually the offending pup (if after several warnings hasn't stopped the offending behavior) will get a snarl, grabbed by the scruff of the neck, and shaken rather firmly. Or it'll get pinned to the ground so that it understands where it stands in rank. Though some of the methods may seem harsh by human standards, one must remember that these are DOGS and should not be placed at the communication or language level of HUMANS. Great read overall and very conversational style. Well done.