Balancing Act
Feeding your pup is the perfect time to work on the pack dynamic and reinforce positive behavior. Here are some tips from Cesar Millan, the Dog Whisperer, to make mealtime not only about providing sustenance, but also a time to help your dog become happier and more balanced. It’s important to make your pup work… in a natural setting, animals must work for food.
Staying calm and assertive is crucial because sometimes we talk and signal in a high energy manner before feeding our furry friend. Your pup will become excited based upon your energy which, if repeated every time the dog is fed, can create lasting lessons.
It’s important to remember that it doesn’t help you or your best buddy to reward negative behavior. This includes anxiety, territorial behavior and aggression. If you’re patient, you will be able to wait until your dog is in the balanced state you desire before you give her food.
