| Re: Non-Physical Alpha Establishment
Also, I would add, using the dog's name is important here.
If I were you, when you are going to take something/trade and treat/return, make sure you alert your dog.
For example, happy voice, "Lexi! What IS that?? Can I see??" and proceed with your trade/treat. Lots of praise when she lets me take it, and then I'll hold the precious item for just a couple seconds after the trade and say "OKAY!" and return it.
I've found that this works better than just walking up and saying "give" with high value items. This method will also help with nasty items picked up along a walk as it teaches them that you aren't going to sneak up and steal it, AND they get cookies for "giving", everytime.
They'll "give" willingly after awhile. Good luck!
Ailee |