What are the Pillars?

Happy 2023!

Have you gotten a new puppy recently? Has the new puppy love faded a bit with the constant nipping, jumping and peeing everywhere?

If so, join us Monday, Jan 16 to learn the foundation that every puppy and human should know.

Pillar 1 Pillar of Pack leadership

CRATING, SCHEDULE, RULES

Structure is living life purposefully and intentionally with your dog.

In the life of a dog, freedom needs to be earned. Dogs need jobs, and they need purpose. Getting along and learning how to JUST BE is how dogs live.

Pillars of Pack Leadership

POTTY, FEEDING, BEDTIME

Rituals are defined as “solemn ceremonies or actions performed in a customary way.”

He who controls the ritual, controls the status of the relationship.

Pillars of Pack Leadership

WALKING, TETHERING, PLACE

This is what you are doing when your dog is not in your crate.

Dogs love order, and when you practice leadership and boundaries in these activities you are building a solid foundation with your dog.

Pillars of Pack Leadership

SPATIAL BOUNDARIES

Dogs don’t speak English, Spanish, or French.

They speak spatially. However, dogs are keenly intuitive and desire to know the intentions of other dogs and humans.

Pillars of Pack Leadership

YOU EFFECT YOUR DOG

This one is all about you, the human component!

The minute you welcome a dog into your life, a conduit of information flow has been established between you and your dog.

Here are some great resources to learn more about the Pillars of Pack Leadership.

Purposeful Walking

Tips on Jumping and Nipping

 

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