I've been watching a bit of Dog Whisperer and reading Cesar Millan's website about how to establish myself as my dog's pack leader. The whole idea of dog psychology is quite interesting.

The general idea is that dogs need a calm, submissive leader -- not a lover. A dog needs these things in order: 1. exercise 2. discipline 3. affection. The average American dog owner apparently wants to give a dog affection, affection, and then more affection. Affection should be something that a dog earns.

So far things are working out well with Bouncer. He knows a couple of basic commands: come and no. He also knows how to walk properly on a leash (by my side or behind me) and he doesn't try to lead the walk.

He's working out just fine so far.