May 17, 2011
When entering the house through the doorway, should my wife let the dog in first or the dog to follow?
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When entering the house through the doorway, Should My wife let the dog in first? or the Dog to Follow?... same as walking up and down stairs.Bill and Rita
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We make our dog sit at the door and give us eye contact. If the dog is expected to perform an exercise - sit and look up at us before we open the door then the dog can go first. The dog has basically submitted to you and a higher ranking family member.
Here are a couple of DVDs you should consider:
Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Dog
The Power of Training Dog with Markers
Basic Dog Obedience
Here are a couple of DVDs you should consider:
Establishing Pack Structure with the Family Dog
The Power of Training Dog with Markers
Basic Dog Obedience
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