Losing Weight by Becoming a Pack Leader
I have had my dog Sadie for about 4.5 years. She is 25 lb mutt (terrier/boxer/beagle) she is very sweet but acts tough, barks constantly at everything and historically has not been great on a leash. This week I have adopted another dog - Mia. Mia is the love of my sister's family - but they have had to separate due to a dog allergy developed by one of my nephews. Mia is a 40 lb shepherd/terrier mix. Dogs will be dogs and they are feeling each other out - taking turns exerting dominance but I will be pack leader.
We have started walking 2-4 miles a day together (which they are doing very well) in order to:
1. Wear them out
2. teach them to view me as the leader
3. Let them have time together where they're not vying for my attention
4. Help me lose weight
We all win - except the cats - they still hate us all!
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