Tag: Dominance

New Study Finds Popular “Alpha Dog” Training Techniques Can Cause More Harm than Good

Mar 9th, 2009 – One study examines the alpha dog training model and finds it dangerous. Results show that, if you're aggressive to your dog, your dog may become fearful and aggressive... Read More »

Experts Say Dominance-Based Dog Training Techniques Made Popular By TV Can Contribute to Bites

May 17th, 2009 – Studies show dominance based dog training can spark fear aggression leading to increased bites. Alternative non-confrontational techniques provide a safer, effective... Read More »

Handling Dominance Aggression in Dogs

Jun 10th, 2009 – Dominance aggression in dogs is rare but it does occur. Find out how to reverse your roles without using force, coercion or aggression. Instead start by training Rover... Read More »

Dominance in Dogs is Not a Personality Trait

Sep 15th, 2009 – The area of dominance in dogs is fraught with misconceptions but the science has been worked out. As a result, it's now clear that dominance is a relationship, not a... Read More »

Bali Provides a Glimpse of How Dogs Evolved Alongside Man

Oct 1st, 2009 – Stray dogs in Bali offer a model for how dogs evolved alongside human settlements. This self-domestication is evident in village dogs today. Read More »

Treatment of Food Aggression in Dogs is About Finesse, Not Force

Oct 18th, 2009 – People commonly try to deal with food aggression in dogs by showing the dog who's boss, but a safer, more reliable method is to use finesse. Train the dog to associate... Read More »

Review of “The LOVE THAT DOG Training Program” by Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz and Larry Kay

Oct 1st, 2010 – The LOVE THAT DOG Training Program is based on positive reinforcement and developing a relationship with your dog while training the basics. Read More »