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The lower-ranking members of the pack accept the leaders’ authority because this constitutes their best chance of survival. Instead of being a lone animal hunting on his own, and trying to fend off attacks from enemies, a wolf living in a pack enjoys the protection of high-ranking leaders, and the chances of hunting success are vastly increased when working as a team member. Despite thousands of years of domestication , our pet dogs still retain all the instincts of pack animals. A dog is highly sociable and is willing to cooperate with and accept the leadership that is offered to him in his human pack. You must be prepared to take on this role, providing food, housing and protection, and teaching him the behavior you want so that he becomes a fully integrated member of your family circle.

Historic Relationships Between Dogs and Humans

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