Everyone wants a quick fix. From car problems to computer problems to you guessed it-dog problems. But did you notice the first two did not involve living beings. When dogs do things we don't like, we need to see it as a training opportunity. A citronella collar, shock collar, can of air , or many of the other quick fixes out there don't teach your dog what you want him to do. At best they scare them into stopping. But you take the risk of damaging the trust bond you've worked so hard to build. At worst it can cause aggression towards you or someone else.
So before you reach for that can of compressed air or can of pennies, or even smacking your dog, stop and think. What is this teaching him really? What can I do to teach him what I want him to do instead? Your dog is a living being, with feelings and emotion. And very capable of learning. Take the time. Your dog is worth it.
Need help? Take a class with your dog and you both can learn a better way. Make it your New Year's resolution. Stop and think and you'll do better. Happy New Year!
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