[gemy]

Pack Leader how to show it?


This is going to sound really simple if not stupid, but sincerely believe that you are! Dogs do need a leader.


You walk and talk with confidence.


When you walk in your home, expect your dog to move out of your way. now initially they won't do that (I expect). But slowly move up on your dog if he is laying or sitting in your way, and if he doesn't move, tell him too. Firmly. If he doesn't move gently push him out of your way.


When you climb the stairs, have your dog sit at the bottom and wait for you to go up first.


On exiting the house, you go first, Cody either sits stay , or stands stay, until you invite him to exit the house.


Pack leaders control the food. Look at Nothing in Life is free Program. You can hand feed him his food, once he has done some command to earn the reward.


On every walk, take treats with you, and intersperse obedience commands into your walk. Walk easy, sit, stay, turn around, any and all commands. Reward for obedience.


Just a few suggestions for you. Let us know how you and Cody do.