Does having an obedient dog make for a good owner-pet relationship? Or is a good relationship instead the prerequisite for an obedient dog? Julie Fudge Smith and Tina Spring discuss the importance of an owner-dog relationship rooted in trust and understanding and how that ultimately leads to a more positive training experience, and a happier, better-behaved pup.
Resources:
Andrew Hale: Interview with him about the emotional connection we have with dogs, and Facebook post with Andrew Hale
Podcasts:
Dr Patricia McConnell on Trauma in Dogs (Dr. McConnell’s Book: The Education of Will)
Other Resources:
Suzanne Clothier’s book: Bones Would Rain From the Sky
