I have studied dogs, dog training and dog behavior professionally for almost twenty years now.

• I associate with other professional dog trainers.
• I have been to different dog training schools.
• I have been to dog training seminars.
• I have a vast library of dog books (both good and bad).
• I have trained many, many dogs in all disciplines including obedience, search and rescue, scent detection, assistance work, therapy work, aggression and behavior.

It all comes down to one very simple premise. Dogs are pack animals.

The dog is born into a dog pack with certain dog pack behaviors instinctively instilled in them. And, when they leave that pack and go to their new home, you become part of the dog pack.

In every dog pack there has to be a leader.

Who is the leader of your pack?