Because otters enjoy influencing people, they need to feel involved with decisions. Whenever possible, get them in on the discussion stages of what might plan with or for them. One of the secrets to motivating otters is not to demotivate them. Take time to relate to her and affirm her before handing off a list of chores. And try to lighten up and have some fun.
Social otters hate to feel left out.
So when they misbehave in a group, a time-out away from the action generally keeps them in line. They are easy to discipline and easy to offend. Such extreme sensitivity can either be a blessing or a curse, depending on the mix with other personality traits. Golden retrievers tend to listen well, but often parents have to draw them out by asking questions and soliciting their opinions. Little retrievers want to please so much that even reproof directed against other children seems to affect them.