I don't know if this is helpful, because Latte doesn't always mind, either. But when I've watched the Dog Whisperer he always says that we have to stop giving the dog human qualities. They are not disobeying us because they are being defiant; they do not think the same way humans do. A lot of it has to do with asserting yourself as the dominant animal-the pack leader. This is why I should have never allowed Latte on the bed-it's taught her that she's our equal, and not just a member of the pack. Anyway, keep trying, be consistent and don't let the little stinkers have the upper hand. I will do the same, especially tonight when she starts making noise in her kennel!
