09/03/2026
Changing Your Dog’s Poor Behavior
Training your dog is a journey, not a sprint. Just as we give ourselves time to overcome our fears and bad habits, we need to recognize that our dogs also need patience and time to change their behavior. It is not a 30-minute fix.
Your poorly behaved dog knows you. He understands how firm or soft you can be, how uncertain and inconsistent you have been, and how far he can push you.
When we start asserting our leadership, setting rules and boundaries, and enforcing our expectations, we should be prepared for the fact that it will take time and many repetitions to convince our dogs to take this new approach seriously.
Scientifically sound, behavior-based dog training can be monotonous and tedious. Dogs need time, repetition, and patience.
Even though it is hard to get that leash and training plan out every day and do the work, just do it. Remember, it is all for your dog's long-term improvement. With patience and commitment, you will see significant progress.
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