A dog that accepts humans as superiors will approach you with his head slightly lowered and his ears back or off to the sides. He ll shrink his whole body a little in a show of submission. Watch how he greets all the members of the family. If he displays this submissive posture to some of them, but not others, those are the ones who need to work harder on their own alpha techniques. Once your dog has begun to accept this new way of life and his new position in the family, you should take him through another obedience course with a qualified trainer.
Obedience training is a lifelong process.
Obedience commands need to be practiced and incorporated into your daily life. In a dog pack, the alpha animal uses occasional reminders to reinforce his authority. A well-trained dog that s secure in his place within the family pack is comfortable and confident. He knows what s expected of him. He knows his limits and who his leaders are.