-----Original Message----- From: Warren Fisher <fish@communique.net> To: pianotech@ptg.org <pianotech@ptg.org> Date: Thursday, December 04, 1997 12:12 AM Subject: Handling Dogs: Was Re: tomorrow >Brad, > >The next time you have an inquisitive dog, merely clap your hands loudly >right in front of their nose as they are approaching. This will >discourage most dogs. If you also clear your throat at the same time it >will sound like a growl and the dog will get the message. If he still >continues, hold your hands out (below the level of his nose so you >don't trigger his "dominance" instinct) so that as he approaches you can >stop his approach by gently lifting his head upwards and away from your >"privates" while you scratch with your fingers. The dog will love it >and you will remain in control of the situation and retain your dignity. > >More on the dominance thing. When two dogs meet for the first time, >they try to prove which is "dominant" by rearing on their hind legs and >pawing downwards on top of the head of the other. In "pack dynamics" >there is only one leader so in this situation each dog has the option of >turning belly up or being the dominant one. If two wish to be dominant >there is a fight to prove the point. > >Now the majority of domesticated dogs have never been in a pack since >they were puppies, but the instinct is always there. If you stick out >your hand to pet them on top of the head they will usually duck and go >around it but it you go in with your palms up below the nose you can >easily the control their actions. > >Hope this helps, > >Warren Thanks Warren! I will try this dog defense technique. Brad Smith
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