The Myth of the Alpha Dog
Dog trainers, veterinarians and other canine experts have been conditioned over the years to believe “bad” behavior is driven by a dog’s desire to be dominant over his humans.
Dog trainers, veterinarians and other canine experts have been conditioned over the years to believe “bad” behavior is driven by a dog’s desire to be dominant over his humans.
Touting the concept that dogs are inclined to seek a higher status in their relationships with people, including displaying aggression to do it, is scary.