You and your dog: tools you need to drive
Sunday, April 6, 2008 | | |The rehabilitation of a dog is a job as others on one point: do the job well, we need the right tools.
I discussed the use of certain tools on the television show and in my books, Cesar's Way and the next Pack Be a leader. The word "tool" in this sense simply means an asset that you use to establish a link between you and your dog.
Most dog owners are familiar with the basic tools: leash and collar. These give us a literal, physical connection to our dog during a walk. In addition, harnesses and backpacks are designed to give a dog a job to do, allowing them to carry on this side of their nature. Citronella and necklaces are designed to use an unpleasant odor to discourage undesirable behaviour.
Any of these tools, used correctly and responsibly, can be useful. And yet not one of them is effective on its own. It is because of tools, by their nature, are merely tools of our intention. For example, a line is primarily a length of rope until a marine vessel used for a fillip to the wharf.
But in exchange for their proper use, provides tools of empowerment.
For example, I often advocate the use of a cane to give a person a feeling of confidence. Holding stick made to feel bigger, more impressive and more secure. May if you never use physically, this tool helps you feel stronger, and helps you to channel most valuable tool in your arsenal - your calm affirmed energy. Remember, you carry your own energy with you wherever you go. It is the most versatile and powerful tool you have - that you can always count on to be effective to communicate with your dog.
For more information on tools and the important role they play in communication dog, my preorder new book, which releases in October!
I discussed the use of certain tools on the television show and in my books, Cesar's Way and the next Pack Be a leader. The word "tool" in this sense simply means an asset that you use to establish a link between you and your dog.
Most dog owners are familiar with the basic tools: leash and collar. These give us a literal, physical connection to our dog during a walk. In addition, harnesses and backpacks are designed to give a dog a job to do, allowing them to carry on this side of their nature. Citronella and necklaces are designed to use an unpleasant odor to discourage undesirable behaviour.
Any of these tools, used correctly and responsibly, can be useful. And yet not one of them is effective on its own. It is because of tools, by their nature, are merely tools of our intention. For example, a line is primarily a length of rope until a marine vessel used for a fillip to the wharf.
But in exchange for their proper use, provides tools of empowerment.
For example, I often advocate the use of a cane to give a person a feeling of confidence. Holding stick made to feel bigger, more impressive and more secure. May if you never use physically, this tool helps you feel stronger, and helps you to channel most valuable tool in your arsenal - your calm affirmed energy. Remember, you carry your own energy with you wherever you go. It is the most versatile and powerful tool you have - that you can always count on to be effective to communicate with your dog.
For more information on tools and the important role they play in communication dog, my preorder new book, which releases in October!
