Karen London, PhD, rejects ideas that dogs live wild, free and unencumbered by constraints on their desires and inclinations. In fact, she argues that by setting boundaries through training, we enhance dogs’ happiness. Trained dogs have better lives precisely because they are allowed more freedom.
Source: The Bark, August 2020. Link.
London shares why well-trained dogs with established boundaries have many advantages:
- More off-leash opportunities
- Welcome in more public places
- Welcome to attend social events and co-pilot on trips
- More play dates with other dogs
- Better relationships with their human family
- More walks
INSIGHTS: London provides good reasoning for training and its benefits. Share this article on social media, in newsletters and include it with training class materials.