Obedience training is the only way to ameliorate the impact of these annoying canine activities. Dogs are pack animals. If they are not taught from an early age that humans are the pack leaders, they will jockey to gain that position for themselves not because they are necessarily bullies, but because nature abhors a vacuum. So, when you pack the kids off to school this year, make sure to take time for Ranger's education as well. Puppy kindergarten, basic obedience, a refresher course all are tools to help build the best relationship possible with the family pet.
Tuition is modest, supplies are minimal, and the rewards are immeasurable.
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