We are moving from an apartment to a little farm with a 2 acre yard. Our dog has spent all of his life with us in an apartment, and this is a huge change.
Years ago we moved to a home with a yard with 2 other dobermans and they seemed to 'go wild' with the freedom, not minding us, etc.
Dante is a house dog, and has almost always been on a leash when we have walked him. He spends most of his day sleeping, except on his very regular walks. He generally doesn't bark.
Does anyone have any advice as to how to make the transition better? How can we get him used to the large yard without losing the obedience and submission? He is by nature a dominant dog, which we have worked hard in ranking order so he minds my husband, me, and even our four children.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Years ago we moved to a home with a yard with 2 other dobermans and they seemed to 'go wild' with the freedom, not minding us, etc.
Dante is a house dog, and has almost always been on a leash when we have walked him. He spends most of his day sleeping, except on his very regular walks. He generally doesn't bark.
Does anyone have any advice as to how to make the transition better? How can we get him used to the large yard without losing the obedience and submission? He is by nature a dominant dog, which we have worked hard in ranking order so he minds my husband, me, and even our four children.
Any advice would be appreciated.
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