[dawn27]

Example: Be the pack leader doesn't always turn our the way you expect it should. Adding another pup may be easy like it was for my first three but once the fourth one came along, all hell broke loose. No madder how sure I was and confident that they know that there is only one leader in our home at I was it. I'd have a up rising on my hands. Two of my females including the newest addition would challenge one another. Things started out just as nit picking here and there but eventually progressed into a full on battle. I always broke them apart, and some times it wasn't easy. It continued to get worse until one day I just let them go. Fight until they got it out of their system once and for all. I wasn't about to let my son or anyone get bit again. Ruby came out on top and then another time Brandi. Now Ruby has taken on the role of pack leader by default when she had a litter of pups. At least thats what I've been told, and it makes perfect sense.

I've learned a lot since then and continue to learn more about dog behavior that has helped me understand how important my roll as pack leader is.

I've learned that you dont allow them to play fight, struggle over toys, treats, food or affection. If you are having issues your pups will normally roll over onto their back when being corrected. Thats submission and is a good thing. If they refuse to listen, walks away or growls at you than you may continue to have issues. Nip it in the bud dont allow them to get the last word or growl.