The 'Alpha Dog' Myth Is Leading Countless People to Mistreat Their Dogs

Name: The 'Alpha Dog' Myth Is Leading Countless People to Mistreat Their Dogs
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Do you think of yourself as the alpha dog of the house? Do you think it's important to assert your dominance over your dog? Well, you're in for a surprise. The alpha dog is a myth — alpha dogs don't exist in the wild and they should never exist in your household, either. Dog expert Alexandra Horowitz tells us why. Learn... read more

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