[gemy]

Sorry I missed this post where you explained how you have already attempted once to show your Mom a training manual and that approach didn't work. Also she feels that you are "just a gullible kid".

I am also concerned about a later post where you are worried about interferring with this "punishment of Luke" should she ever do again what you have already witnessed once.

To this I say to you: Do Not Interfere if there is concern for your safety. Quietly walk away go to the phone and dial your local animal control, or here we call it SPCA - society for prevention of cruelty to animals. In fact there maybe a website that they run which may guide you even further on what to do in this situation

Another tactic you might employ is phone and ask to speak with your regular vet. Speak to him/her about the situation and ask for their advice. It would be timely if Luke is due for his annual exam, and the vet can call your Mom, to set up the same.

Yet another idea is to watch with your MOM one of the televised dog training shows, Caesar Milan, At the end of my Leash, etc.

Know this you are certainly not gullible at all about dog training, but have a kind heart, and a desire to do what is right for Luke.

Is there anyone else in your family that might be able to talk to your Mom? An older sister, brother, aunt, uncle, good adult friend?

If you ever need more help just post on this thread, or private message (pm) one of the responders here.