In the 3rd in the series of Building Your Dog, this episode breaks down the importance to teaching your dog to take responsibility for its' actions.  Dogs can and should learn to understand common situations in their lives and adjust their behavior appropriately.  This is a skill however, not something that always comes naturally.  Often we allow them to learn to exert their will to get what they want, and not how to be a productive and pleasant team member.  It is not a hard thing to do, but it does take thought in all your interactions.

 

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