Puppies

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

Puppies