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Dogs are not Human. They do not need the same things we do and they see the world very differently from us. Dogs do not care about fancy clothes, hundreds of toys, giant houses, or if you are the President of the United States or a homeless person.
They need regular exercise, a pack leader, and earned affection.
Praising or cuddling with your dog at the wrong time will teach him the wrong things.
If you give your dog praises and affection when he is scared, excited, or aggressive, then these are the behaviors you are supporting. Comforting a scared dog is not how it goes down in their natural habitat. This is exclusively human behavior.
Instead, show your dog that there is nothing to be scared of by confronting him with whatever he is scared of. Lead him! Mentally and Physically.
This article was written by Edward Peterson. Edward also regularly contributes to the London hogwash blog and has written lots of different articles concerning non-surgical treatments.
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