River learning place

In this video, we discuss teaching the 'place' command to our dog River. This is an important foundation for impulse control and staying. We're working on getting River to go to a raised cot and stay there until released. This is helpful for situations like family dinners or when the dog is prone to pacing or stalking. It's a leadership exercise that establishes us as the leader, which is crucial to prevent reactivity issues River has had in the past, like chasing and pinning down other dogs. We explain how this training clears up the dog feeling entitled to respond on their own, and instead teaches them to look to us for guidance on how to handle situations. We talk about a dog that has issues with leaving home and being reactive to other dogs on walks. The solution is to establish the owner as the leader through training exercises and commands, which helps the dog become more obedient and respectful. The video discusses how the dog's resistance to following commands is not about the command itself, but about the dog's need to see the owner as the leader. By consistently correcting and directing the dog, the owner can earn the dog's respect and make the dog more willing to listen and follow. In this video, we talk about the importance of establishing a leadership role in our relationship with our dog. We discuss how by taking charge and making decisions, we can help our dog feel more secure and less reactive. We also emphasize the value of practical training exercises, such as waiting for food or at thresholds, as a way to reinforce our position as the leader. The goal is to create a harmonious dynamic where the dog trusts that we can handle any situation, allowing them to be more relaxed and obedient.