Relationship and trust. A dog is a dog. At this point I would like to start with what most
people are not prepared to accept: We are dealing with a dog and not with the replacement of a
partner family member or even stuffed animal. Unfortunately I often find that a dog is bought
for a child but this child is understandably unable to cope with the upcoming responsibility.
Problems are thus inevitable. If we are willing to deal with the origin of the dog to start
with in the first step we will approach the dog with a corresponding appreciation and more
respect which we should also show the dog. The most important thing we should be willing to
accept is the fact that we are dealing with an animal. An animal capable of self-acting and
thinking which is intelligent has its own character and differs from others not only in
species or breed. At the same time we should have the willingness to accept that there are
many deep-rooted dispositions and that the innate social structure may not be underestimated.
But whether in a pack or a social community (group) they are all looking for guidance and
therefore for someone who is not only able to provide food but at the same time can protect
their social structure and lead them competently through life. The moment we become too fixated
on loving cuddling overwhelming or even humanizing our dog this can cause problems.
