Friday, July 15, 2011
The Gift of the Growl
Here is a wonderful article by Pat Miller that explains why we should never punish a dog for growling. The growl is a gift; it is information for us on what the dog is feeling. She also talks about what to do if your dog growls at something. This information is so important! If a dog is punished for growling, you will eventually have a dog that bites without any warning whatsoever, and that is much more dangerous than a growling dog.
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What a fantastic article Lindsay! I still have to work hard not to react in a negative way to a growl. I have started saying "good girl" in a happy voice and getting a cookie out each time she growls. Of course, tossing cookies on her head before she growls would be even better, but I don't always notice things quickly enough. Albeit counter-intuitive, it sure does work quickly in changing her emotional state.
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