I believe in calm, but firm training, with tone of voice being your most useful tool.

I totally agree with the concept “exercise first, discipline second, and affection last” is the way to have a happy and mentally healthy dog.

Training is a process. You need to be the leader for your dog through patience, respect, and most importantly CONSISTENCY.

I absolutely feel that you should not give your dog a command unless you mean it and plan to follow through without hesitation or negotiation… Just do it!

I am an Obedience Instructor and must stress NOT a Behaviorist. I may be able to help or give you suggestions for minor behavioral problems, but not with major issues such as aggression, separation anxiety, extreme fear, etc. I will refer you to someone else or try to get you answers if you have these types of problems.