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To: Shoot1st who wrote (173434)	1/21/2009 3:46:58 PM
From: Oral Roberts	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 225578

a tight leash is a real problem. It encourages the dog to pull you. A pinch collar and loose leash with a snap as needed for instruction is what you want. Letting your dog take you out for a drag is not only hard on the arm but it's incredibly bad behavior by the dog. That tug of war also promotes jumping when not tethered.

To: Shoot1st who wrote (173434)	1/21/2009 4:09:23 PM
From: Ken Adams	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 225578

I have no doubt living close to your dog will see him pick up good habits as you correct minor indiscretions. Most dogs want to make the owner happy. Long ago I had two German Shepherds at different times. I knew nothing about training dogs and soon the first one became a problem. I answered an article in the paper that said the Denver PD was looking for pure bred GS dogs. I offered mine. The trainer questioned why I would give up the dog. Explaining I was unable to do anything with the dog, he offered to help. I spent a full day at the police K9 facility where half a dozen dogs had been in training just 2 weeks. It was like they spoke English. Obeying hand signals, working off leash, doing anything the officer commanded. By the time I left I understood how to do the basics. I worked my dog all summer and by fall I could have entered him in competition. Did much the same with the second dog. They were protective of the property, but loved the neighborhood kids who would come in the yard to play with them. Having a disciplined dog is a joy.