Door dashing is one of the most common issues I hear about from Temecula families, and it's also one of the most dangerous. This isn't a small manners problem. A dog that dashes out an open door can end up lost, hit by a car, or in a confrontation with another dog or a coyote before anyone has a chance to stop it.

Leadership isn't about being harsh or dominant. It's about being clear, consistent, and setting boundaries. Dogs need structure - it actually makes them feel more secure, not less. When there's no leadership in the home, dogs make their own rules. And their rules usually involve doing whatever they want, whenever they want.