The THINKING DOG...!

Training + Behaviour...'The THINKING Dog'.
I believe all dogs have the capability to think for themselves.
One of my favourite exercises to do with dogs is 'Food Manners'. Food in a bowl, on the ground, you bring your dog close enough so they see it. Your task is that the dog listens to your request to 'Leave it'. Initially, the dog strains at the lead, you work at this with further requests, your own treat in hand, your voice, and then the magic happens!
Your dog relaxes, she listens to you...you have a loose lead!
Your dog exerts her own self discipline. You both succeed.
The relationship between you and your dog WIN.
Give your dog time to think... to work it out.. :)
With training, a respectful connection and wait, it will happen.