Pam Whyte - Pet Psychologist

Pam Whyte - What People are Saying about her Ground Breaking Dog Training Methods.

by Colin Melville and Horst von Steinmetz.

(Original emails, letters, and articles are all available at Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training offices for viewing on request.)

1) Dog Professionals.

"...you need to know about the very best resource for dog training in the world! Dr. Jean has known trainer Pam Whyte for many years, and has used her sensible, dog-friendly methods with great (and fast!) success on many dogs of her acquaintance". Vet USA

 

 "Never mind the Dog Whisperer, Pam Whyte is the real deal–her methods are safe and effective!” Vet USA

  

“I have your book Living with an Alien and am finding it very informative and amusing. I have worked with animals at the RSPCA as an inspector as well as running boarding kennels and breeding and showing dogs.” UK (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

 

 "Pam Whyte is providing a very valuable service to the community." Professor of Animal Behaviour, RSA.

  

“If I could get across to dog owners in the same way as your book came across to me, I should have some success.”  Dog Trainer, Canada.

  

"None of us at our practice have been bitten by a dog since we have been dealing with Pam (Whyte)." Vet RSA

   

“I have been involved in dog training for the past 20 odd years. I saw your book in the Library in London and was most impressed with it.” UK. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

  

 

“A few years ago you wrote some articles in the newspaper which I found extremely helpful. I tried some of your techniques on how to handle dogs and found it worked 100%. As a result of this, I bought your book Living with an Alien, and find it excellent. I can recommend your book to any animal lover and would like to thank you for your help. I trust there will be more books written by you in future.” Secretary of the Bull Terrier Club. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

  

“We would like to learn more about how you communicate with dogs. We find your ideas on communicating with “aliens” very refreshing.” SPCA. (Letter to Pam.)

  

"My goodness I never would have thought such a simple thing would make such a difference..and I also would never have thought of doing it... " Dog trainer, Gauteng. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

  

"I have what dog owners think they want. Pam Whyte has what they want." Dog Trainer, Israel.

 

 "A dog owner came with her dog in a wheel chair. I pointed out that because we couldn't drill her, we would have to use Pam Whyte's natural methods with her and her dog. [A black German Shepherd.) At the end of the session she had more control over her dog than the people who had been coming for the past 4 months - who were not disabled." Dog Trainer from Pretoria. (Unfortunately this dog trainer was asked to leave the dog training school, because he "was getting his results too quickly.")

                                                            Since 1967 - Leader of the Pack!

2) The Media.

Pam Whyte's highly popular book on Dog Psychology, Dog Whispering and Natural Dog Training - Living with an Alien - is bringing dogs and their families into harmony with one another by teaching dog owners how to control their dogs kindly and easily by understanding them on a deeper and (much) more exciting level.

Original copies of the reviews from which these extracts are taken are available at Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training offices on request.

"Pam Whyte's book, filled with some delightful cartoons by Walter Pichler, is well-researched and informative and is the ideal guide for anyone who cares about his best friend." Sunday Times.

"Pam Whyte's book, Living with an Alien makes for most interesting reading, providing answers to many questions that plague dog owners." Animal Talk.

"Pam Whyte takes us very humorously (but also very practically), through a multitude of topics. This enchanting and funny book with delightful cartoons by Walter Pichler is, however about more than behaviour therapy - it is also about animal perception and dog language." SA Country Life.

"Pam Whyte, a world renowned authority on dog behaviour and psychology has unlocked the door to achieving a more co-operative and manageable dog. She has moved away from traditional methods of dog training and has developed her own very effective and successful program. The most unruly and aggressive of dogs respond to this innovative approach. Pam Whyte has addressed universities, training institutions, human/animal interest groups and others on dog psychology and animal perception." Country Life, Australia.


"All dogs should be grateful to Pam Whyte." Cape Times.


"I have known and lived with dogs all my life, but I found this book by Pam Whyte an eye opener." The Star.

"The book has its hilarious moments. The contents are amazing. Pam Whyte has some excellent and very serious thoughts about living with dogs - sort of "duty without cruelty". It's a super book for anyone with a dog, for, no matter how you think you get along with Fido, there's plenty more to learn to make your life (and your dog's) even better." Natal Mercury.

"Proof of the success of Pam Whyte's dog psychology lies in the two books and two Home Movies on dog behaviour that she has released. Her latest book, Living with an Alien is selling gast as local bookshops on an Australian TV channel has invited her to participate in a show. Dog Behaviourists in the UK are also knocking at Pam Whyte's door for her expert advice." Southern Courier.

"Covering a variety of aspects, including commands, food, separation anxiety and others (there is even a chapter for those who don't like dogs), Pam Whyte's formidable knowledge of her subject is evident." The Citizen.

"Pam Whyte's latest book, Living with an Alien, is essential reading for every intelligent canine. It's 350 pages packed with good advice largely based on the questions dog owners ask about dog behaviour. And it's delightfully illustrated by cartoonist Walter Pichler. Sunday Times.

"Successful close encounters of the canine kind. Living with an Alien by Pam Whyte should be required reading for every city dweller thinking of acquiring a dog. Pam Whyte has also produced several videos on dog behaviour, one of which is used by guide-dog trainers in France ." Cape Times.

"Pam Whyte has spent over 3 decades working with dogs, and encapsulated much of her wisdom in the 340-page volume. In fact this book is the best excuse I've ever had for not getting up early on a Sunday morning and standing in a field with other dog owners..you will be entertained by her wealth of anecdotes and case histories." John Scott, Cape Times.

"Pam Whyte's latest work will leave you with a distinct feeling that the mutt lying at your feet, on the sofa, or bed, knows more than you could ever imagine." District Mail.

"Pam Whyte's 's book Living with an Alien is an amusing but perceptive book on animal perception and dog language." Farmers Weekly.

"Pam Whyte sets out to help humans tap into and develop the instincts that a dog brings when it comes to live in our society, instead of trying to force them into un-doglike behaviour by imposing our will onto them, which usually confuses or even breaks a dog." Cape Times.

"Pam Whyte shows dog owners how to overcome behaviour problems by outlining practical guidelines to overcome them. She does this chiefly by showing the family how to help their dog adapt to his life-style and how to communicate in his own pack-tongue. This may sound deranged to the ignorant ear, but once explained, sounds a more positive bet than communicating through a host of often-aggressive commands. Pam encourages one to shift one's perspective and to get a "dog's eye view", advice that will enhance the pleasure of dog owning." The Citizen.

"Too much stress is placed on what dogs look like and making them do as they are told, instead of helping adjust to the culture shock of domestication." Cape Times.

"Ideal Guide has humorous tone. Through more appropriate communication techniques, the confusion, which often prompts naughty behaviour, will be eradicated. The book is peppered with assertions about doggy behaviour which may not be the solutions you are expecting to find, but take heart - these culture shocks may produce startling results." The Citizen.


"Send right signals to mutt from mars .You need top apply the very simple principles of pack communication as laid out in Pam Whyte's book on Dog Language - Living with an Alien, so that what you say to your dog becomes congruent with what he hears. Once you understand your dog, your enjoyment of him will increase, and your relationship with him will be enriched." The Star.

"Dog training presupposes that dogs think like humans. Think again! But if you're prepared to let the dog dominate, then you might as well switch on the electric blanket, open the fridge, hand over the can opener and the car keys and move out to the dog kennel." Star.

 

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3) Testimonials from readers.

Unsolicited, and straight from the heart - including spelling and grammer.Original copies of these letters and emails from which these extracts have been taken are available at Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training offices for viewing on request.

“I got your book from my granddaughter for my birthday. I have enjoyed it very much. Thankyou for writing such an essential book.” Australia (Letter to Pam.)

 

“Thankyou so much – your book helped save a distressing situation – it is because of people like you who dedicate their lives to these “special beings” – animals that make the world so special.” Olga. E.U. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Your book has given me much needed information on how to make Bozo a more enjoyable pet, and myself a more understanding owner.” New Zealand. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Hi Pam, Just to let you know that I tried your method . You, of course, were absolutely spot on". UK ( Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanks, Pam. You're an angel in disguise." Wales. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Wow - I didn't know my dog was so clever!! It's incredible what I can get him to do now." Norway. (Email to Pam Whyte).

“I received my book and have been staying up until 2 in the morning reading..what wonderful helpful information..I haven't got to the part I need yet..but I'm sure it will be soon...just wanted you to know how thrilled I am with your work.” U.S.A. (Email to Pam.)

“Living with an Alien” is a LIFESAVER. I really cannot express myself strongly enough as to how important it is for dog owners to read this book.” RSA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"10 Years back you helped solve my pet Bull Terriers tail chasing - I'm glad to share with you he died of old age a few months back as opposed to the vet's recommendation of having him put down." RSA (Email to Pam.)

"I am up to Chapter 6 in your book. It's riveting! I am really starting to get the idea, especially about body language."USA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“In our household the golden rule is “Pam says…” – and it works like a bomb! I am happy to say that friends who borrowed the book are also implementing your techniques and they have been very successful. Thankyou so much, it means a lot to us dog lovers.” UK. (Email to Pam)

"...my goodness I never would have thought such a simple thing would make such a difference..and I also would never have thought of doing it...thank you very much..I love your book..and reading it intensely..." U.S.A. (Email to Pam.)

"I am gobsmacked at how amazingly well this works!  For the first time ever, Emily, my 14-month-old choccie labrador, didn't try and jump onto my lap in the car!  She just walked around calmly - well they all did - and then walked down the drive with me." U.K. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I'm busy reading your book and all of a sudden, you understand why your dog behaves in the way he does." RSA

"I'm busy reading your book and find it very interesting. All of a sudden, you just seem to understand why your dog behaves in the way she/he does." - U.K. (Email to Pam.)

"all other training books would say shout at them or throw tin cans or shoot them with water. basically natural dog training treats the causes and not the symptoms, i am very impressed." U.S.A. (Email to Pam.)

"Just a note to let you know, that the dogs no longer jump all over my children, which is wonderful."RSA. (Letter to Pam.)

"Thankyou for your book with it's excellent advice. There are many of us out there who appreciate you and your workable methods.” Wales (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“I now have a “well-adjusted” doggie. I have NO problem with him whatsoever – and I have only YOU to thank for it." USA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"We had family here all Easter week-end and I was afraid I'd lose the progress I had made..but much to my > surprise..we all saw better behavior..we're not fully there..but my we've made progress your advice on how to put the lead on the dog is truly heavensent information. Oh my I wait every night for reading time to come..I'm so enjoying

your teaching.."USA (Email to Pam Whyte.)


"I'm reading your book - and I'm having a ball!" RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Once again, congratulations on a brilliantly written book with lots of very entertaining reading! I'm sure it is going to alter lots of people's set ideas.” UK (Email to Pam Whyte.)

" Please let Pam know that even with a little glimpse at her books so far, we are gaining great grounds."Australia (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Please let Pam know that even with a little glimpse at her book so far, we are gaining great grounds." Australia (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"He (Shar-Pei) could so easily have turned out an impossible dog to live with. Thank goodness that I can communicate with him in his mother tongue. Thank you for all the good work keeping dogs out of trouble." RSA"You are seriously good value – I love your book and I believe you know what you know!" Australia (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Thank you for a delightful, entertaining and educational book – a pity it's not compulsory reading in schools for prospective dog owners!” UK (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"You and the people that work with you are a real gift from God! My ideas of pets were all twisted by all the experts, but you have rescued my family (all four of us) from a very sad ending. I am strong and focussed on following the complete programme. USA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“We lent your book to friends whose dog was completely unmanageable and within days they found a remarkable transformation in their dog's behaviour.” France (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"...my goodness I never would have thought such a simple thing would make such a difference..and I also would never have thought of doing it...thank you very much..I love your book..and reading it intensely..." U.S.A. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I am gobsmacked at how amazingly well this works!  For the first time ever, Emily, my 14-month-old choccie labrador, didn't try and jump onto my lap in the car!  She just walked around calmly - well they all did - and then walked down the drive with me."
UK (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanks Pam,  I read the first half of the book last night - it's so interesting, and so easy to read!  And it just makes sense.  I started last night, and already she was a much calmer dog." Australia (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanks for the book, it definately made a lot of sense.  My daschund and staffie puppies haven't fought since i have been applying the principles taught." RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Your book is hilarious as well as very informative." Pinetown (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I picked up the book and the video, and I had the most wonderful time reading your book!" RSA (Email to Pam Whyte)

“I have just read your book “Living with an Alien”. What a book!! Thankyou for giving us a book like that. Now maybe we will understand our dogs better.” Nelspruit. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Have just finished reading your book, Living with an Alien and Shai-ming has been shown gently where he will be most comfortable in his world..." RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I have been told that your book is the best there is out there." USA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thank you very much for your book! you've done a wonderfull work, you've studied the predatory side thoroughly, that's amazing! i must re-read it, i am thinking about your approch, it is very convincing and complete. it explains the way dog behaves very very very good!" France. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanks for the book, it definately made a lot of sense. My daschund and staffie haven't fought since i have been applying the principles taught." Bloemfontein (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"It is a new slant on how dog brains work, and I have not met it in any of the UK books." UK (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Accept my compliments and thanks, and my admiration for your splendid book.” Dog Trainer, RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I picked up your book from the post office and had the most wonderful time reading it! Your book is an absolute delight!" New Zealand (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“I lent my book to a friend, and when she returned it, she said: “I always enjoyed my dog – now I enjoy him even more! And my dog enjoys me even more!” RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Having done 6 months training with my female German Shepherd, we were both bored and I think I was more obedient than she was. We are now trying your suggestions and feel that we have already made progress.” Thankyou very much. RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

I have personally had success with applying your methods for my Beagles – particularly the feeding aspect.” Botswana (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“After only a weekend of applying a few of your rules, there is a definite improvement in Mish and Stevka (and me). They are long haired Weimaraners. RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“We have followed your advice with our four-legged demolition squad and changed our way of handling her. She is a different dog. She is still full of life and fun, but she has settled in beautifully.” All at Wellwood. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“A very comprehensive book.” Dog Trainer RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Thank you so much for bringing around a copy of your book. I thought that my dogs had to be put to sleep – now I see that it is I who has to be put to sleep. I no longer go around kicking cupboards and slamming doors, my dogs have stopped fighting and my ex-wife is moving back. RSA (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thank you for the change your book has brought in my life.” Germany. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“It is wonderful to see Bella's personality for the first time!” Germany. (Email to Pam Whyte)

“I really enjoyed your book and the cartoons are a delight.” ‘Ives'. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Yes, I had a “problem” and – quite by chance I bought your book “Living with an Alien” – last week – just as my problem was getting out of hand. What good sense it made. So now I am following your rehabilitation programme, and being a better owner.” Wales (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“Many thanks for your book and tape. They make things much clearer and enable everyone in the family to understand and behave in a consistent manner.” RSA  (Email to Pam Whyte.)

“I have had the great good fortune to come across your book. It is beautifully presented, so informative and truly delightfully illustrated.” Signature not clear. (Postcard to Pam Whyte)

“I have enjoyed your book very much and I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on the quality thereof!” Talken. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

“Thankyou very much indeed for such informative and interesting reading. I really have learnt a lot.” Bloemfontein. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

“Living with an Alien saved the lives of 2 children on Sunday. They came into my yard to fetch their ball. My large male dogs had been going to dog training, and were getting more and more vicious. They did not tolerate children. They were also very aggressive toward anyone who came into their yard. The programme I learnt from your book was starting to work, and I was starting to get a measure of control over my dogs. Then I happened to see the children jump off the wall, and after reading your book, told them to stand quietly with their hands over their faces. The dogs left them immediately!" RSA. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

"The dogs and cats have met and are settling well. We just did what your book says about not joining in their hunt!" Australia. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"If anyone is interested there is a very good book by Pam Whyte called "Living with an Alien" I am reading this at the moment and recommend that anyone with a dog should buy it! I have two Boerboels who have not been entirely innocent in their response to strange children (Mainly because of noise and Boistrous behaviour) However, I trust both of them implicitly with my children as I have educated the kids on how to behaviour around them.(with a little help from Pam!) RSA. (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanking you kindly for a wonderful book." Miss Lala. France. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

" I have what people think they need. Pam Whyte has what people need. (I am always going to the physiotherapist for treatment to my right shoulder!" And the dog of course, to the vet for treatment to his neck!) Comment to Pam Whyte, by Dog Trainer, Israel.

"Your leads are awesome." U.S.A. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"I can see such a huge difference in my dogs; they are behaving so well! Tell Pam that I am extremely happy about the advice she had given me!" Canada (Email to Pam Whyte).

"We have noticed dramatic changes (positive)!" Australia.    (Email to Pam Whyte.) 

                  

"Once again, thank you for the eye opener and support!!" RSA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thank you so much for your answer to our question on how to help [our dog's fear of thunder]. We had a terrible wind storm last night and tried your advise and it is actually amazing! Instead of hiding in the cupboards, she soon stopped panting, and just went and got into her (own) bed. Thank you so much." RSA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)


"My friend has been wonderful giving me some suggestions from your book to build his confidence back up.....and it seems he's improving daily!" USA. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)


"I have noticed some changes in the puppies' attitude - not jumping up on me with as much energy as before when I get home from work. They are really enjoying their evening sniffles and have started to leave messages of their own for the neighbouring dogs. Definitely getting calmer and "nicer". No accidents during dinner last night." RSA.(Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

"I would love to discuss the idea of you 'training' us to 'speak dog'... Anastasia (my wife) and I are so impressed with what we have read so far, and what we have been able to see in action with our own puppy, that we could not possibly subject our gorgeous puppy to the conventional dog system...
RSA (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

"I admire your work and I am so glad there are people like you to help the animals. I have always wanted to do something similar and maybe with all the knowledge I get from this I can help friends and family with keeping their pets happy."
RSA

"Thank you for teaching me Doglish. I am enormously grateful." USA. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)


"The look of surprise on the dogs face [when they realised their game was up] was a picture. It is working a treat." Canada. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)


"Half an hour after looking at The Dogs Must be Crazy, we could already see a change in our Jack Russels." RSA

"Your videos are awesome."
USA. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

"I have noticed some changes in the puppies' attitude - not jumping up on me wih as much energy as before when I get home from work. Definitely getting calmer and "nicer" RSA. (Email to Dog Pam Whyte.)

"Thankyou so much for your support!" RSA. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

"You sorted out my Bulldog - Peggyjoe about 10 years ago - we lived on the Sandton Fire Station and have moved to Australia. [She was the Station's mascot.] I am still astounded at how easy Natural Dog Training is and the positive way it impacts on pet dogs" RSA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Thanks once again for all your assistance for my wife and our family. We really appreciate it. I shall begin lobbying the Pope for your canonization as the saint of beleaguered dog owners and misunderstood dogs. You really are a Godsend." RSA. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

"Juan says her dogs are knew people!" Bloemfontein. (Post card to Pam.)

*****

4) After Dog Training Nature's Way.

And here are some extracts from letters and emails received from famlies who have learnt Dog Training Nature's way's kind and simple techniqes, unsolicited, and straight from the heart - including spelling and grammer. Original copies of these letters and emails from which these extracts have been taken are available at Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training offices for viewing on request.

Before:

"Hey Pam,

I was frustrated and dispaired. When I go out for a walk she is pulling on the leash is very hectically and barking on other dogs and sometimes children/People. In such a moment I am just helpless, she ignores me whatever I am doing. I really love these dog but I realize that I am getting more and more frustrated.

After:

I wanted to give you a report now after doing Natural Dog Training. Today my dog behaves very good! She didnŽt nip at our friends coming to our house, she didnŽt even bark at them!

She is more relaxed. Seems she is enjoying to not be the pack leader anymore. She also reduced/stopped barking at people passing our gate.

So, I think these are the first results.

Thank you!" France. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

 

"Hello Pam,

I am delighted that my pup no longer pees in the house. Gradually, the smell of his puddles is dissipating. Thank you so much for your constant advice and support for my wife and myself. I have a calm, yet self-confident dog which is rapidly approaching adulthood.  I would never have been able to do this without you. You have given me the knowledge and tools to deal not only with my dog, but with any other dogs which might come into my life in the future. I wish you well - your approach is sorely needed in this world." RSA.

 

"Dear Pam

Thank you for your time yesterday, I am still amazed at all the new things I’ve learned you and Joshua [Pam’s working dog] are AMAZING." RSA

"When I got home they did not jump around as they normally do." RSA

"Dear Pam,

My wife and I found it extremely interesting  spending time with you on Sunday. Cleo is barking less, and not nipping visitors as they go out the gate any more." UK

 

"Choco is enjoying her walks thoroughly and Gumbi our Boerboel cross is amazingly calm about watching her set out – I hope he is getting the idea!  Visitors have remarked on how much calmer they are, even though we are not 100% there yet.  There is progress with bangs however – 2 loud ones caused no reaction from either dog 2 nights ago!  And as Hugo said: they no longer rule this house!Peace." RSA. (Email to Obedience Training Nature's Way.)

"It was lovely watching you work with our dogs. There has been a really, really big improvement. There have been no more fights since you came!. RSA. (Email to Pam Whyte.)

 

"Thank you for all the help and assistance that you provided yesterday. Titan seems so much calmer this morning. It was nice to go out side and not be jumped on in my work clothes." RSA. (Email to Obedience Training Nature's Way.)

 

"Weekly report:

Hi Pam, Thought I would mail you a progress report with out dogs. Our guests came over for our house warming, about 20 of them, and everything was perfect, they didn't jump on our guests, they didn't lick or rub themselves against the guests.

They have calmed down with fighting over the food when my wife feeds them, and initially they would fight over the hooves, but that has all calmed down now." EU. (Email to Dog Training Nature's Way.)

 

Pam Whyte's  Natural  Dog Training and Independent Research into the Behaviour of the Wild and the Domestic Dog.

       Since 1967 - Leader of the Pack

By Paul Anderson

and Horst von Steinmetz

www.Naturaldogtraining.info

Pam Whyte's breakthrough research into the behaviour of wild dog and the domestic doghas been recognised by such institutions as: RSPCA UK; SPCA RSA' Animal Protection Institute USA; Veterinary Universities; Anglia Survival UK; The Plastic Surgeon's Association RSA; Child Accident Prevention Society UK; Conservationists in Africa; University de Nancy France; Paneikon Italy; Wild dog Productions; Guide Dogs Ass. France; Holistic Veterinarians USA and Medical Research scientists in New Zealand.

Pam Whyte's work on dog communication has been published widely. Dogs are her mentor, and she shares the secrets that they have let her into willingly with dog owners around the world. She has frequently been on  radio and television; she has had her own chat shows and columns, and been published in numerous publications locally and overseas. The London Times said that Pam's work "provides a much needed new approach to dog owning." Her alternative natural dog training methods have successfully cured vicious Pit Bulls of aggression. Pam Whyte has saved countless dogs from losing their homes and from being euthanased by veternarians and animal welfare organisations. She has also saved many innocent people - particularly children - from dog attacks, which according to statistics are increasing.

Pam Whyte's work on dog behaviour involves studying and teaching pack behaviour in the wolf, the wild dog and in the domestic dog; consulting with behaviour therapists, veterinarians, dog trainers and conservationists; giving workshops at dog training schools where conventional methods are not working; vital breakthrough research into such subjects as non verbal communication within a close knit communal system; feeding dogs for temperament; writing books on the Language of the Pack; achieving a deep understanding of the dog's innate instincts and the Rhythm of the Wild; guest lecturing at Universities and Institutions on dog behaviour and dog communication; assisting families globally to understand and therefore to control their dogs easily and naturally, as well as to keep children safe from the trauma of dog bites.

Because Pam Whyte is able to achieve results that the mainstream dog system cannot even dream of, her work unfortunately inspires a lot of jealousy. Pam therefore, like all successful innovators has been subjected to a lot of jealousy, hostility and smear campaigns.

Unlike the mainstream behaviour therapists who gained their qualifications through studying dog (and rat) behaviour in laboratories, Pam Whyte's research has been conducted on the (spontaneous) behaviour of the wild and the domestic dog, within the environment in which they live.  

Professor Reinhold Bergler states in his book: Man and Dog, the Psychology of a Relationship:

“Since the dawn of mankind, animals have always played an important part in the complex scheme of human relationships...A psychology that only studies behaviour under laboratory conditions, and then generalizes on the basis of these findings, can not lay claim to scientific credibility or indeed to any practical social relevance….”

Pam Whyte's background in the social sciences therefore enables her to give the service to the families that they are seeking. I.e. - to teach them how to live in harmony with their pets by learning how to control them kindly and easily. Her methods therefore appeal to the intelligent and open minded dog owner who is seeking to get to know their pet through entering into a closer relationship and forming a deeper bond with them. The more intelligent dog owner is finding thatlimiting dog behaviour to merely superficial Pavlovian react/counter-react responsesdegrades them owner into throwing things at their dogs or squirting them with water bottles, or into bribing them with so-called treats. This so called "negative and positive reinforcement" which was developed through working with rats in laboratories, and is then used on domestic pets - without ever actually been subjected to any quality control tests outside the laboratory in real life situations within the dogs' own homes. Where the success rate is proving to be abysmally low.

www.Naturaldogtraining.info

Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training is therefore unique. Mainstream obedience dog training imitates the drilling, force and giving orders which use fear to coerce dogs into submisssion - comes from the army It has credibility - not through results, but through propagnda. When it doesn't work, instead of taking responsibility for the lack of results, dog trainers simply blame the dog owner and "expels" them. [See: http://www.naturaldogtraining.info/freetips1.html ]

The secrets that Pam has learnt from the dogs are startling – but they produce the results that families are looking for, curing dog fights, excessive barking, chewing of possessions, chasing cats, digging the garden… in a far shorter space of time than giving commands, punishing, throwing things, bribing, distracting, dominating, clicking, clapping, squirting or shocking (the list gets longer) can ever hope to achieve.

Pam Whyte's natural studies are obviously going to differ vastly from those developed in artificial and contrived laboratories situations. But, learning how dogs are genetically programmed to behave has enabled her to achieve a vastly higher success rate than either Pavlovian or military methods can ever hope to achieve. .

Conservationists have also taught Pam Whyte that, contrary to popular teaching the leader dog does not dominate his pack! This is a widely held myth and is causing dogs to retaliate and to rebel, breaking down trust between dogs and their families and contributing to the escalating incidence behaviour problems in domestic dogs. Because unity in the wild is strength, the leader is the Captain of his team, and not a tyrant - so when he eats, they eat, and when he survives, they survive, etc. The desire to cooperate with his or her leader is built into every dog's DNA - but they have to recognise (and trust) their leader through identifying with the leader's leadership skills. Which are not included in the conventional dog training and behaviour therapy programmes. Pam Whyte teaches dog owners around the world how to work with and not against their dogs in order to achieve an astonishingly high success rate in a remarkably short time with very little effert. This she does through her workshops, home natural dog training, natural dog training books and home training DVD's. (Note that working together cooperatively does not mean "positive reinforcement". Cooperating with a leader involves both subtle and powerful techniques - and bribery is neither.)

Because Pam Whyte has studied in the human social sciences, she is well equipped to understand and to keep up with the changing needs of to-day's busy families. Unlike mainstream dog training, Pam Whyte not only includes the whole family in her dog training, but unlike the mainstream conventional dog training and behavioural modification - she also adopts the goals and priorities of the family, giving them a service that is tailor made for their own individual needs and circumstances. Shedoes not believe in the conventional "one size fits all" dog training, but rather adapts her programmes to suit each family that she helps. Dogs that live on farms, for instance, will not need the same training as dogs that live in flats; and families with children to cart and carry and supervise home work and birthday parties will also need a very different programme from those who have no children and all day to devote to their dogs. Each family needs a dog training programme that is unique to them, and that works for them.

Domestic staff and extended family are also all included in Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training programmes.

In order to protect her privacy, and that of her family, Pam Whyte now very seldom agrees to media interviews. She reaches dog owners globally through her website - www.NaturalDogTraining.info

Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 

Natural Dog Training.

www.Naturaldogtraining.info

By Pam Whyte.

In the beginning, there were dogs. There were, in fact, dogs and man. But they did not cohabit. Because this is not what they were made for. In the beginning, dogs were made to live with dogs, and man was made to live with man. But some bright spark of a caveman got the idea of inviting a dog into his cave - and initiated the communication crevasse of all time.

In other words, says Pam Whyte - man thought these dogs were his fellowman, and dogs thought man were his fellowdog. And so down through the centuries, we have crossed our wires, garbled our signals, and confused one another completely, while trying to make some kind of sense out of what the other is saying. We share our homes, our secrets, our leftovers, and even our beds with our natural predators (because that’s what dogs actually are) – we share everything in fact … except our language!

This, says Pam Whyte causes many misunderstandings, which we label: Behaviour Problems. For example, if we push ourdog away from us, he perceives another dog asking him to play. So he gets worse. If we tell a dog to stop barking, he thinks we are barking too. So he barks more. If we go to stop a dog doing something, he thinks we are coming to help him. Because that’s how a pack functions - dogs come from the rear to “pack” with the front dogs. And if our dog is pulling us on a lead, he thinks we are chasing him. What a culture clash! So what does man do about these “behaviour problems” - otherwise known as “ downright disobedience”, “no ears” and “hasn’t been to training yet”?

Obedience Training:

This, points out both Pam Whyte and the conservationists, involves teaching dogs our language. Sit, down, stay, leave, stoppitt! GIMMETHAT! etc. It presumes that our dog understands our commands, and if he doesn’t, he’s bad and must therefore be punished for “disobeying us ”, by having his choker chain jerked, and being commanded more aggressively. (“Being firm” is simply “lose your temper”.) Dog owners are frequently being told to “control their dogs” – which if they could do – they would not be there.

The reason why so many dogs go for one another at training (and cats, children and the next door dog when they get home from training), is because dogs only have close body contact during a hunt, but they socialize individually. So by holding our dog close at our side during dog training … we are actually “ telling” him that we are hunting! So he looks around for his prey, and when he doesn’t see any, he then starts to think that dogs must be prey, and starts to “go for” (or “hates”) other dogs. Both vets and Pam Whyte have noted that It is very common for dogs that have been to training to start attacking the other pets at home. And because dogs do not command each other, they think that when we command them, that we are barking. A bark is a sharp, loud outburst, and a command is a sharp, loud outburst that actually sends a barking signal to a dog (that is not a person). In a hunt, the dog from behind barks at the dog in front to incite him to kill the prey, so when we stand behind our dog’s head at training (making him the leader because he is in front), he is hearing the complete opposite to what we are saying. And when he gets home - there is still a hunt to complete! This explains why points out Pam Whyte, a study that was reported in the British Medical Journal, vol 303 reveals that 27% of dogs that attacked children were obedience trained. (Less than .001% of domestic dogs are taken to dog training.)

And of course, conservationsists point out to Pam Whyte, by keeping our dog’s head just ahead of our knee (to make the trainer’s lines look nice and neat)…. The dog is the leader! So when he gets home, he keeps up this status by pushing in front of his family at doorways. And he keeps us “barking” by “being naughty” to provoke commands out of us. The leader barks first, and the subordinate dog barks second… so once again, he is given leadership status.

But what about the dog who obeys commands? What independent studies have revealed is that the dog is actually setting his owner up to command him (being proactive), and he would not be doing 90% of the things that provoke commands if he had not learnt how to train his owner to command him – by doing things his owner doesn’t want him to do!

This all leads to a very high failure rate at dog training, with many people either dropping out, being expelled, or having to lock their dogs away at home. Or, animal welfare societies point out to Pam Whyte - having to get rid of their dogs.

The Wolf-Pack Blue Print.

Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training applies the exciting concept of dog language! In order to cross this communication crevasse – mankind takes the Giant Leap! Actually, it is a tiny leap, because it is so easy. It is achieved by learning the “language of the pack” which is the blueprint for communicating that is already stamped into the dog’s genes. Dog language has been around since before Romulus and Remus – and has had a consistently high success rate since it’s inception. Instead of trying to force a dog to do as he’s told - it harnesses his desire to please.

And because, point out behaviour therapists who work under Pam Whyte, many behaviour disorders are stress-related, we also assist dogs in coping with their lifestyle – rather than make them perform. A chilled out dog is much easier to live with than a dog that is jumping walls, barking for “nothing” being destructive, because they are continuing to perform when they get home after training. A calm dog is not only a far better watch dog, he is also a pleasure to live with. And costs us less on vet bills.

The focus of Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training is on the dog’s relationship with his family, how well he behaves at home, children being able to play outside without the dog knocking them over, being able to leave their toys around without dogs chewing them, swimming in the pool without the dog barking, or the dog knowing the difference between visitors and burglars, the garden being left alone, opening the gate without the dog running out…. Not on how sharply the dog owners turn their corners and whether their lines are neat and straight. In place of constant struggles, we offer harmonious coexistence.

By crossing the communication gap ourselves, which is what Pam Whyte teaches dog owners and families around the world, the dog does not have to learn anything. He understands us instinctively. When we apply the Wolf-Pack Blue Print, the techniques can be seen to be working right away, as the dogs’ behaviour alters within a few minutes (or seconds). For example, the dogs that have been at each other’s throats for weeks and even months (or years) at dog training, are seen to be friendly within a few minutes after their perception of one another has altered through not “packing” with their owners any longer. (Sorry, old boy, I thought you were a rabbit - now I see that you’re a dog - like me. Nice to meet you.)

No amount of commanding in the world, points out Pam Whyte, can make a dog choose to be good! We have become conditioned from the cradle to believe that the only way to have control over our dog is to use force and to be firm. (I.e. hostile.) The concept of having a well adjusted dog that co-operates of his own free will, without being commanded because he no longer wants to be naughty is still new to many people. They therefore find it difficult to believe that a dog can become completely “trained” in only a few hours.

But what so often happens during dog training,conservationists have taught Pam Whyte, is that the dog gets his owner’s undivided attention while he is being aggressive, plus the fact that he is being exposed to so many hyperactive, barking and aggressive dogs, who are also distracting him – and winding him up. This means that he frequently comes home with these bad habits. So we think that we “have to” keep going back! And this is why, as a Western Society, we have come to believe that dog training takes months! But when the dog owner is given advice that is relevant to his or her own circumstances, and their dog is not being stimulated by other hyper dogs, and - understands him - weeks and months of commanding and jerking the dog are no longer necessary! So, by applying Pam Whyte's Wolf-Pack Blue Print in the dog’s own home where the actual cause of any problems may be directly addressed – there is nothing amazing about getting results right away. You will see an immediate change in your dog’s behaviour as he now understands you – but may take a week or two to actually break bad habits, like digging in the garden, points out Pam Whyte.

You learn how the pack functions, how the dogs’ exciting and complex mind and instincts work. Pam Whyte answers all your questions. She has lectured at, and had her papers published by many academic institutions, dog training schools, breed clubs and animal welfare organisations both locally and overseas.

You will learn techniques from Pam Whyte that the whole family can apply - even the children! Conventional dog training expects the person who can shout the loudest and jerk the hardest to take the dog to training. So Dad had better not go to work, in case he has to be at home to command the dog! Because Pam Whyte uses communication in place of force, children master it easily. They then have this knowledge for always, and will be much safer around big dogs – where they visit, for example. If dogs jump on visitors, visitors are called over during the session to check on the results we are getting. Dogs are walked on leads, so that they don’t pull or bark at other dogs. Kids run around to check that the dog is no longer chasing them….

The dogs are also socialised with Pam Whyte ’s own socialising team of dogs, who project calmness onto the dogs, and show them the “ropes”. They are handpicked by Pam Whyte for this very special purpose. Because dogs learn by example, hyperactive behaviour spreads like wild fire – and so does chilled behaviour!

You will also be shown a demo DVD produced by Pam Whyte, where you see behind the scenes. Pam Whyte shows you a vet talking, wild dog behaviour, and people with their dogs before they understood one another - and then after. Dog owners find it quite lekker to see other people struggling worse than them! What they like about it is that they see that they are standard! The current dog system evades taking responsibility for their low success rate by spreading their propaganda that says: “It is not the dog’s fault – it is the owners!” Pam Whyte's home dog training DVD's place the blame squarely where it belongs. It also puts the power where it belongs – in the hands of the dog owners. Not in the dogs, and not in the dog system’s.

Pam Whyte trains all dogs are done for the price of one and only charges for the first three hours. Thereafter her time is free. If the problems recur, or if you still need further assistance, it is her pleasure to call on you, and assist you further without any further charge for her time.

You do not have to give up your weekends, and because you are not divorcing your dog from reality – he adapts to you. You do not need to set aside time “to do your home work”… these simple techniques just become part of your lifestyle – rather than a set of rules that have to be adhered to. And actually save you time. Time that you would otherwise be disciplining your dog, replacing plants, giving him “quality time”…

And you will never need to train another dog again!  Because now you understand all dogs – they will therefore understand you. As Pam Whyte says - you don’t need to learn Chinese every time you meet a new Chinese person! And because your dog is now well adjusted, and is therefore able to make correct choices – his natural protective instincts are also developed, so he will be a far better family protector. (No one needs to learn to protect what is theirs!) 

If you would like to call Pam Whyte in, you will have a most enjoyable and enlightening session learning why your dog behaves the way he does, and therefore how to change the behaviour the way you want it.

You will feel both empowered, and liberated! We see very relieved owners, and very relieved dogs, now that they are in tune with one another … because now they understand one another – and can achieve a meaningful connection with one another.

Natural Dog Training does not imitate -

                    it innovates.

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Pam Whyte can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 

 Our Dog is a Member of our Family - Dog Owning is a Relationship!

by Pam Whyte.

When we own a dog, we are in a relationship. Dogs are designed to be members of a community that is very closely related to those of wolves and wild dogs. It is in their DNA to both harmoniously coexistent in a close knit social system, as well as nd for survival. To put it another way - dogs are designed for both love, affection, compassion, loyalty, and caring for and supporting each other under the authority of a leader whom they trust. Within a pack of dogs there exists a moral code which is strictly adhered to, and political power play takes place according to complex and rigid rituals - which are reflected in all social systems, including ourselves. (Which makes it all the more fascinating!)

Pam Whyte points out that in fact, dog packs are structured in many similar ways to human societies. Indeed, all social systems function according to the same underlying universal principles, such as: leaders lead by example; unity is strength; the survival of the community depends on close cooperation amongst all its members; children are all reared in afamily and the parents are their role models. Environmentalists have noted that when food is adequate, wild dogs actually feed their puppies before the adults eat and even care for their weaker members. A pack of dogs is in fact a cameo of an ideal social system.

When we own a dog we are in a unique relationship because this relationship exists between two different species (cano-sapiens, and homo-not-so-sapiens) – who do not even speak one another’s language. Members within a pack of dogs or wolves communicate with each other through the use of a highly sophisticated networking system made up mainly of body signals, nuances, power play... And when we learn to understand these natural and simple signals, (many of which are part of our own human repertoire of non verbals) we are able to enjoy and control our dogs to the full.

 However, says Pam Whyte that this does not mean that our dogs do not understand our words! Through having lived very closely with humans all of their lives, yet still possessing and finely tuned survival instincts - which include “antennae” that we (mere) humans do not possess, they are able to learn far more words than most dog owners (and certainly nearly all dog professionals) give them credit for. It is when we challenge them, over stimulate them, excite and cross communicate with them that we confuse them. (Then think they are stupid.) But when we chat calmly to our dog (as most dog lovers do, but few admit to – I can't think why), or in front of our dog, that they in fact understand a great deal of what we are saying to (and about) them.

We make a big mistake when we divorce dogs from reality, thus creating more problems for both ourselves and our dogs than we are solving. However, when - instead of attempting to impose human logic onto our dogs, by shifting our perspective, and viewing the world (and at ourselves) through their eyes – dog owning immediately becomes a mutually enriching and exciting experience. This is because dogs within a pack are designed to enrich, enhance and support one another's lives with loyalty, love, respect, trust and cooperative synergy.

To summarise, a social system is interconnected with the social cement of love and loyalty; the politics of status and leadership; the networking of non verbal communication; and the protocol of respect. The potential for all of which are built into the DNA of a pack of wolves, a pack of wild dogs - and therefore into the genes of our domestic dog. (And meercats and cheetah - and all highly developed social systems. This enables them to survive through countless centuries in an eat or be eaten, kill or be killed environment - where unity and close cooperation are vital for the survival of a social system.

Pam Whyte teaches in her lectures that within this social system leadership status is won through complex rituals and power play - which is remarkably similar to the ego jostling of humans. Influence which has been won through these subtle primal rituals, as well as through strength of character - are far more powerful than dominating, commanding and making our best friend afraid of being punished. Therefore, whenever we attempt to and impose human logic onto our dogs - we interfere with their natural instincts, confuse them completely and stifle their true personality -and label the consequences of the culture clash of domestication “no ears”, disobedience will grow out of it when he is two, hasn't been to training yet... When they are, in reality, a consequence of a one sidedrelationship that is not considering the viewpoint of the other. So what is the solution then?

It is actually very simple: Healthy relationships are all built on meeting each other half way. There are other aliens besides dogs that we find ourselves living with. We also coexist with aliens like teenagers, toddlers, the opposite sex, different cultures, cats, a parrot or two… none of whom are on exactly the same wave length as us. So, how do we meet our dog half way then?

On our side - we

-       meet their needs;

-       allow them to be who they are.

-       learn their language;

in order to help them adjust to domestication, and to our way of life, as well as to develop their full personality and character potential, says Pam Whyte

on their side, they:

-       live by our ground rules, ( i.e.         respect our visitors and our possessions, etc., (etc.) 

-       protect us (by showing loyalty toward us),

then dog owning could not be more rewarding and enriching on both sides! And it gives us more control over them.  Sounds easy? It is easy! It is the  humans who complicate things! Nature is always simple.

This is an ideal that is within every dog owner’s ability to achieve! They only have to know how. The exciting and very empowering connection which this mind shift that Pam Whyte teaches dog owners gives adds an extra dimension to the already very special relationship that we have with our four legged family members. Which is why people have dogs. (And vice versa.) Most of us own dogs to be our companions – even our children. Yes, even families who have six (or more) children – to them, their dog is still their child. (So they tell me.) And if you treat your dog like a child, (because he is genetically programmed to live in families), he is equipped to simply slot into our (two legged families). All we have to do is make dogsense (and not nonsense) to them!

So here we have a dog that is designed to live within a family, (great!); to abide by a strict moral code, (getting better all the time)  under the direction of a loved and trusted leader; (are we that??)  and to communicate with the other pack members with their highly developed communication system; (don’t know how to speak “Dog”) who are made for loyalty, devotion, compassion, caring, love… ( good I want one of those) and it is our identification with these parallels of love, loyalty and affection within our own lives and social system that draws us to one another. (Plus the fact that they look so darn innocent.)

Pam shows us that the secret key to the dog’s mind is... the Law of the Jungle. So let's go to Mother Nature (who wrote the original instruction book right there within the dogs' DNA) and you will see it work right in front of your eyes.

Relationships (in both the green and the concrete jungle) are all built around love, affection, communication, trust, loyalty and cooperation. (Not dominate and submit, or bribe and confront, traumatize, startle…)

And once you have taken these  kind, simple and natural (totally non-gimmicky) steps in our relationship with our dog – our dog will have the security of being understood and having his needs met, and we will have the enrichment, the protection and the control over our dog that we are looking for.

And the secret key to the dog’s mind is – the Law of the Jungle. So let's go to Mother Nature (who wrote the original instruction book right there within the dogs' DNA) and you will see it work right in front of your eyes.

Relationships (in both the green and the concrete jungle) are all built around love, affection, communication, trust, loyalty and cooperation. (Not dominate and submit, or bribe and confront, traumatize, startle…)

Once you have taken these kind, simple and natural (non-gimmicky) steps in your relationship with your dog – your dog will have the security of being understood, and having his needs met - and you will have the enrichment, the protection and the control over your dog that we are looking for.

By Pam Whyte.

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Pam Whyte can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 

       Dog Training Nature's Way -

      The Intelligent Alternative!

 

Curing Indoor Soiling when Dogs Refuse to be House

Trained.

By Pam Whyte.

Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

Many dogs that refuse to be house-trained are using their excreta in order to try and draw attention to something that is either confusing them, or is stressing them. So why would our best friend be confused and stressed when we love him so much, and take the trouble to discipline him properly?

This is why…. Dogs do not speak English (or any Humanlish for that matter) so it is actually extremely common for dogs to be confused - when we (mere humans) think they are being disobedient – and that includes those in the dog behavior professions - most of whom are also trying to impose human logic onto dogs, instead of seeing the dog's viewpoint. Which is not the same as ours.

Because we have been living with dogs for so long, we simply take it for granted that they understand our commands and that they perceive everything the way we do. They don't. This leads to what is called “behavior problems”, “disobedience”, “puppy behavior” and an ever-growing list of gimmicks and new angles on dog training which are a fast growing multimillion dollar industry. When all we need to do is cross the communication gap ourselves.

Then, we won't have to raise our voices at, dominate or punish our best friend for not understanding us! Commands are as entrenched in the fabric of our society as behaviour problems are. The solution is not to be found “in the box”. (Obviously - or there would not be all these gimmicks and flavors-of-the-month dog training.) The proven solution is to look out of the box and stop reasoning like a human!

This is not to say that dogs do not understand words – they do. When we chat. They even eavesdrop on our conversations. But commands are not chatting. It is the raised voices, the negativity of being firm, giving orders and dominating dogs, squirting them with water that confuse them, and cause them to lose their trust in us, to retaliate (after all, he has feelings too) and/or to cry for help in the only way that they can.

But… as soon as the dog's perspective is considered, the “need” for commands, firmness, dominating, gimmicks, etc. fall away, because problems like messing and urinating in the wrong place – simply stop automatically. Because the confusion has gone.

Dogs are made for living within a social system in their pack in the wild where there is a highly developed moral code, so, because unity is strength in the wild, the desire to cooperate and live in harmony together is already built into your dog's DNA – all you have to do is learn how to unlock this potential. You do not have to teach them – it is already there!

Included in the moral code of this social system is urinating and defecating away from where the pack lives and sleeps; away from their food and water; on an absorbent surface.

So when a dog is messing all over the place, it is unnatural. Like a bedwetting child - he is saying "help, I'm confused!" And this confusion is a direct result of the culture clash of being domesticated without their instincts being properly understood. Instead of adding to this culture clash by trying to impose more human logic onto our dogs by rubbing noses, pointing fingers, etc. - Nature's Formula for Obedience helps dogs adjust to their lifestyles so that all this confusion automatically goes.

In order to get our dogs and ourselves out of this spiral, all we need to do is understand our dogs' viewpoint instead of trying to make them understand ours. Which they simply do not have the wiring up system for. They just don't get it.

So what do they get (besides verbal abuse, treats and being squirted with water pistols)? This is what they get:

1) Dogs do not do what their leader says (they can't speak) – they do what the does. He leads by example.

2) Which means that if we direct aggression or hostility toward our dog (which is what “being firm” and “dominating” in reality actually are – he is learning to be aggressive. (Which, when you come to think of it, explains a lot…) and even if he does not actually become aggressive – he becomes angry.

3) And he expresses his frustration and anger in various ways – taking it on our possessions; retaliating by being aggressive; using “gutter language”.

 

Put yourself in your dog's place, says Pam Whyte.. Would you like to be spoken to “firmly” while having a finger pointed in your face; have verbal abuse directed at you (which is what “being firm” actually is); being squirted with a water pistol, or threatened with a rolled up newspaper??  (Even if you are not being physically hurt – your feelings will be hurt. Dogs have feelings just the same as we do. Would you be angry? So is your dog.

But what if you got treats and love as well, and actually loved the person who does these things to you, and is loved by the person who does these things to you? I'll tell you. You would be even more confused. And so is your dog.

Dogs that mess all over do so for two reasons:

 < they are confused;

 > they are angry.

And these are 2 very good reasons to use gutter language. Our dog is not in insentient robot. He has feelings, opinions and needs. And one of those needs (which we all have) is to be understood, and to have their viewpoint considered.

Because that is what a dog that is “not house trained” is doing – retaliating by saying “I am also p**d off with you!” when he urinates inappropriately and “You stink!” when he defecates inappropriately. (Humans who love each other also have these types of conversations, so don't be too alarmed at your dog for speaking to you like this. It does not mean that he does not love you – it means that he loves you enough to be angry with you. And like humans who work through and resolve their anger issues, Natures Formula for Obedience shows you just how to do this with your dog.

And this is the process:

o      Why is your dog angry with you?

        Because you are angry with him.

o      And why are you angry with him?

        Because he is disobedient!

o      And why is he disobedient?

        Because he does not understand you!

Aaah – now we have the solution…. When our dogs understand us, they will not disobey us, then we will not get angry with them, then they will not be angry with us, and will therefore not retaliate with gutter language. Or in any other way.

So as soon as our dog is understood, and correct communication (which is totally non-gimmicky, and is mainly simple and subtle nonverbals, most of which we humans use on a daily basis) replaces dominating, giving orders, punishing and bribing – then the problem automatically goes by itself. (As I said – the solution is to be found “out of the box”! Get ready for an exciting journey into your dog's mind!)

These that Pam teaches techniques have never once been known to fail! Some of the dogs who have gone through our programme had been so angry with their owners that they had been “topping up” on extra water, drinking huge amounts simply so they could express their anger all the more graphically. And the very day after correct communication replaced firmness, orders, verbal abuse, etc. – the dog was immediately toilet- trained. Without any rubbed noses (creating yet more anger...) citronella, pepper, mustard or vinegar (creating yet more confusion…) The dogs simply went to their toilet naturally – away from sleeping areas, water and food on an absorbent surface. Just like a child no longer bed wets when the child is properly understood, and the underlying cause of the problem has therefore been removed.

Nature's way is always simple.

Pam teaches dog owners what is going on in their dog's heads! (Yes, and cats, too.) Dogs have highly complex minds, instincts and emotions. Being genetically programmed for social networking and survival, they are capable of strategizing and thinking, and have a highly developed communication system built into their DNA. Pam teaches dog owners how to cross this communication gap and get onto the same wavelength as their pet. As she demonstrates in her home movies on dog language - there is no such thing as a naughty dog - only a confused dog. Once you understand the subtle and exciting nuances of the dogs' body signals and how they interpret ours, you will be able communicate correctly with your dog! And bingo - now that he actually understands you - he will be only too happy to obey you! All dogs want to be good. They only need to be understood!

Pam Whyte.

 

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Pam Whyte can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 Saving Money by Curing Excessive Barking in the Domestic Dog.

By Pam Whyte.

Written on request for publication by the holistic vets in California by Pam Whyte.

Conservationists have taught Pam Whyte that the reasons why dogs in their natural habitat bark are:

1) Because their adrenalin is levels are too high.

Dogs are designed for living under survival conditions. They therefore have a very finely tuned central nervous system. When we do the “civilized thing”, and unwittingly activate our dog's emergency nervous system through play, commands, and so on, we put them on “high alert”. This means that our dog's survival instincts are informed that there is danger, so in this state of heightened awareness, they react to every single sound, and overreact to every situation. (Exactly the way a human does when they are in “fight or flee”. Many dogs who have been in this state of high alert for a long time are actually “shell shocked”, and live on their nerves, restlessly running round and round, barking with a very high pitch, and chasing anything that moves.

We can only shut down our dog's sympathetic, or emergency nervous system and put them into social mode by removing these emergency signals until the barking, panting and restlessness (which are all symptoms of the same syndrome) have gone. This means that high pitches, raised voices, raising our voice at our children as well as our dog (which never works any way – it only makes them rebel), not giving orders (homes are not army camps or class rooms) using tones that convey trust and illicit cooperation. Alternatives for commands which our dog's instincts can relate to are all part of the book on Dog Language by Pam Whyte – Living with an Alien.

Next, Pam Whyte points out in her lectures and talks that our obsession with our dog's fitness causes many dogs to be too fit for their lifestyle. Excessive exercise causes dogs, like humans, to become addicted to their endorphins, and when they go cold turkey for a “fix” – they bark.  Dog owners then think that their dogs need to “get rid of their energy” – where as they are in fact simply getting a fix, which makes them peaceful again. For a short while. As well as fitter so that he can no longer cope with the size property that he lives on. Then he barks because he is stressed and frustrated.

Until eventually, many of these dogs get sent to a farm. Where they kill sheep. And are then sent back to the city, where their owners are told “They need lots of exercise…” So their new owners buy their new dog a new electric collar, which the dog soon gets used to. So he has his bark cut out, and this causes breathing complications, with further operations, and so these misguided and misinformed dog owners are caught up in the “consumer loop”, which is supportedby so many of these myths about dogs.

Dogs that are high on endorphins do not protect their families properly as they do not have the mental clarity to distinguish friend from foe. Many also even think that the intruder has come to throw their ball for them. Or they are so busy chasing the next door cat up a tree that they don't even notice the burglar.

Dogs get plenty of exercise running to and fro in their homes – what they are needing is mental health. Mentally healthy dogs do not bark for nothing. Do not run up high vet bills. Are automatically obedient. Automatically protect their owners. Don't pull on the lead (see below :**), chew possessions, or dig in the garden. Are loyal and trustworthy friends. Our dogs have brilliant minds, thrilling intuition, an already inbuilt desire to please their owners, plus their own inbuilt language. Dog owners are being short changed, as they are not being given the opportunity to get the full value out of their (truly amazing, and very underestimated and misunderstood) dog. And so is he.

More good news… All carnivores (and that is what our dog is – in the wild sleep 18 hours a day. When we disturb this natural rhythm in our dogs, we get behaviour problems, high vet bills, disobedience, incessant barking, dog fights, chasing the cat, bolting out of the gate and running down the street... and possibly illness through burnout. When a dog is pumped full of endorphins through rough play, chasing or running, he then barks to call other dogs in the neighbourhood to his perceived hunt to pack with him, because his instincts have received hunting signals from all these activities.

Pam research reveals that one of our studies has revealed that 87% of all dog owners admitted to experiencing behaviour problems with their pet dogs. The reason for this - the current mindset toward dogs is focusing on turning dogs into Olympic Champions instead of developing healthy and rewarding relationships with them. Which removes their compulsion to bark, disobey, not come when they are called, pull on their lead, etc.

2) To warn intruders off. If a dog is to know the difference between normal and abnormal, friend or foe, right and wrong, he has to have mental clarity. Which is basically what this pamphlet is about.

3) To draw attention to themselves, or to have a tantrum. This means that the dog is getting too much attention, so that when they are not the centre of attention, they have a barking wobbly. How much attention to give a dog is roughly the amount of attention one would normally give to a 12 year old child. (That's not a movie star.)

4) Due to overreaction or fear. A dog that barks through fear usually cannot see out, or does not get out of his property. Allowing our dog to see out of his property gives him a frame of reference for visitors and life in general, contributing to the dog's (vital) mental soundness. 

If, first of all, a dog is given a view out onto the street, (if he barks at everything he sees, his adrenalin is running too high – see later); and second gets taken onto his pavement for 5 minutes a day to sniff and stare at this “big new world”, he does not over react to everyone who comes in. This enables him to distinguish between friend and foe.

Trying to reassure a dog that barks at visitors thinks they are asking him for help. If everyone turns their back on a dog that is barking through fear of visitors, the barking behaviour is not reinforced.  He then gets the message that all is well and he does not need to panic anymore.  Trying to reassure him only compounds the problem as the dog simply thinks their owners are asking him to rescue them. Dogs do not reason the way we do.

Environmentalists have taught Pam Whyte that this is because all dogs are genetically programmed for survival in the wild. And because these scientific facts are totally overlooked by both dog owners and dog professionals, the result is – a lack of ability to control our pet dogs, “disobedience” and behaviour problems. So because dog owners are not understanding their dogs, the widely held belief that that dogs “need” training persists, and they try different types of training and one new gimmick after another, (clickers, crates, water pistols, electric collars, etc.) as the new flavour of the month appear on the market to confuse dog owners (and delight the behaviour problem industry” even further.

5) They are frustrated and/or stressed.

Pam has noted that our domestic dog needs to be given the opportunity to be understood, and to adjust to his lifestyle and to us in order to have peace of mind, so that he does not bark in order to express his stress and frustration. This makes him easy to control and a pleasure to live with. Dogs cannot speak or attend to their own needs, so they bark in order to “cry for help”. Disciplining or punishing them does not solve their problem. Which is:

a)      Hunger. Dogs howl and bark for the same reason that babies cry - they need to be heard and to be understood. As people, we do not recognise a dog's “cry” for food. Our obsession with our dog's shape causes more than 79.4% of privileged domestic pets to experience incessant hunger pangs. The current trend to treat dogs as specimens and trophies is increasing the incidence of' excessive barking, and families are finding it increasingly stressful living with hungry, restless, hyperactive, noisy dogs.

Shifting the focus from the dog's outward appearance to his feelings and to our relationship with him, removes the need to bark as a result of hunger. Like with ourselves, only the dog himself knows when his hunger is satisfied. Every dog has a different fuel requirement and this varies with such factors as the temperature of the day, the size property he lives on and his individual metabolism.

Like with ourselves, our dog needs to eat an enjoyable meal twice a day until he leaves food behind in his bowl. The carnivore continues hunting until there is food left behind for scavengers. He brings home excess food for the rest of the pack and for his food caches. Until our dog is taking in as much fuel as he is burning out, he is living under famine conditions. We have no right to dictate what shape a dog should be.

Dog owners are constantly reporting to Pam Whyte that their well fed, stocky dogs that are not anorexic are child-friendly, neighbour friendly, garden-friendly, cannot be bribed by intruders and save an arm and a leg on vet bills. Many a family has been burgled, and many a dog has been poisoned after being put on diet.

b)      Loneliness. The dog may also bark because he is lonely. The compatible companionship of another dog of similar strength and opposite sex will relieve loneliness. Dogs are social animals and do not cope any more than humans do, when spending long hours alone day after day.

c)      Isolation. They can't see out and/or never get out. This has been covered in point 3)

6) Separation Anxiety. A dog that is over dependent on their owner cannot cope with separation from them, and this leads to barking non stop and howling. The easy, inexpensive and proven cure for this is described above and in detail in Pam's book on The Language of the Pack – Living with an Alien”. This simple cure is now used by holistic vets in USA.

7) Because they are bored. Toys do not relieve boredom. They wind dogs up and stimulate their adrenalin secretions – and adrenalin causes inappropriate (hunting) barking. Cow hooves that have not been over sterilized (so that they still have their vitamin B) have a calming effect on the dog.

Other calming chewies that Pam Whyte recommends are pig ears, ostrich tendons and marrow bones. At the end of a hunt, dogs chew on bones, horns and hooves, and this activity brings their hunting steroids down again so that they can show affection and express social behaviour again. Which does not take place during a hunt.

8) Dogs bark in order to train their owners! Yes, dogs are far more successful at training humans than humans are at training dogs. All a dog needs to do is say “Woof!” to condition his owner to:

i) Come when called;

ii) Look at him;

iii) Say his name.

And the next time he is feeling lonely (dogs that live outside in isolation to their families like to see their owners from time to time) he says “Woof!” And it works so well. The solution is to let your dog become part of your family. Living with an Alien by Pam will show you how to integrate your dog into your family without any messing indoors, jumping on furniture, chewing things or running off with possessions. Easily and kindly.

9) Because they have been to dog training. (You notice that our dogs don't need to go to school to learn to train us. We have to go to school to (try to) learn to train them. And this process can take a year or more. Most of us are expelled. In the meantime, as you have seen, our dogs are training us. (To look at them, to say their name, to give them our undivided attention…) This is accomplished within the first lesson. (5 minutes of the first lesson, to be exact.) 

Conservations have taught Pam Whyte that this system takes its rules from the army which has nothing at all to do with the wolf pack. Sergeant majors command their platoons – Alpha dogs don't command their pack. So because this is an artificial system, when we command our dog, he thinks we are barking as well. (Both a bark and a command are a sharp, loud outburst, impacting on the dog's instincts as a call to an emergency.) You only need to listen to the neighbourhood networking system to realise that it only takes one dog to set all the others off. So our knee jerk reaction to our dog parking is therefore perceived by their instincts as us joining in the neighbourhood networking system as well. (They're dogs, and that is the way they are genetically programmed to reason.) So if you don't network with your dog (“bark” as well), this chain reaction between you and him will automatically stop.

ii) At dog training, the dogs all bark, and their owners “bark” too. So dogs think that they all gather at training in order to bark. (They are only dogs, they don't reason like we do.) The trainers also bark – in fact they bark at the owners as well.

Environmentalists have taught Pam that dogs learn by example. So it's no good exposing a dog to a lot of barking dogs in order to teach him not to bark – he just brings these habits home with him. In fact, they have now become the norm.

  

*Dogs that pull on the lead are easily cured by Don't be a Dope on a Rope leads which have been designed by Pam herself.

(Research that has been conducted by Pam Whyte with the cooperation of conservationists.)

If you would like to know more about how to enjoy your dog to the without overstimulating him, Living with an Alien by Pam Whyte goes into this subject in full in her book Living with an Alien.

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Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 

     Insanity is hereditary - you get it from your owner!

 

Our dog’s behaviour is a result of our behaviour.  (Oops..)

By Pam Whyte.

Dogs lead by example - not by giving orders. If we are aggressive our dog will be aggressive. If we are calm, our dog will be calm. If we command our dog to stop barking our dog thinks we are barking too. (Dogs don’t command each other.) And if we command our dog to stop jumping on a visitor - he thinks we are barking at the visitor. Or child. (He’s a dog - not a person.)

We cannot enjoy our dog until we can co-exist with our dog. We cannot co-exist with our dog until we can communicate with him in a way he understands. Dogs are not disobedient, Pam Whyte teaches in her classes - they do not understand us. There is no such thing as a naughty dog - only a confused dog. When we say to our dog - "Look what you've done you naughty dog!" -He (being an alien) hears - "Look what you've done you clever dog! (Which explains why he continus to dig.) And when we say: "Don’t you dare dig up my flowers!" - he hears: "I dare you to dig up my flowers!" (Which explains why he does.) And when he pulls us on the lead, he thinks we are chasing him. (He’s a dog.)

Animal Nutritionists have taught Pam Whyte that food quantities on packets are worked out for laboratory dogs - who burn up far less fuel than our domestic dog. When our dog is hungry, he cannot tell us, and he cannot hunt a rabbit (only our possessions, our children and our visitors) - so we owe it to our Best Buddy to attend to this essential and very vital need to balance his individaul calorie input with his calorie output. In a human society, where there is hunger - there is crime. (Which we call "behaviour disorders, puppy behaviour he’ll grow out of it when he’s two, disobedience" etc. in our dogs.) And in the wild where there is a food shortage, love, loyalty and unity all break down in a pack of dogs and they go into survival mode. (What we call disobedience, behaviour problems, destructiveness, dog aggression, etc.) Conservationists and environmentalists have taught Pam Whyte that we have lost sight of the fact that dogs are animals. In fact, they are social animals, who are capable of intense loyalty, affection, respect and trust toward their fellow members. Provided that they are out of survival. In other words, provided that their calorie input balances their calorie output. Dogs that are in survival dig, disobey, chase cats, bark for nothing, chew the sprinkler system, jump o visitors, chase children, have weakened immune systems.

And what about some of Pam Whyte’s “30 second solutions”?

  •  > If you want your dog to stop demanding attention - put your hands on your face.
  •  > If you want your dog to stop chewing a carpet or electric wires - walk out of the room.
  •  > If you want your dog to drop your shoe - don’t let him know you want it then he won’t want it. After all, 30 men   fighting over a ball won’t want it either if everyone else decides that they don't want it. Closing a door between you and him soon makes him drop his loot.
  •  > If your dog rushes ahead of you through a door, close the door immediately behind him, then open it a second or two later and he will dash back through it. The threshold is then yours.

However, owning a dog is not about winning. It's about not losing. I.e. - developing a healthy relationship with your dog, so that he does not want to insult, abuse and take advantage of you. Which automatically means not losing, because dog owning is not a competition. So when all the simple and kind (to both dog and owner) natural principles that Pam Whyte teaches in her Natural Dog Training are put into practice - 30 second solutions will become obsolete. And of course, don't forget that dogs are smart. So if you break the Laws of the Jungle, your dog will soon find new ways to outwit you.

However, if he understands and respects you - it will not even cross his mind to pull these stunts over you any more.

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Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

 

By Pam Whyte 2007.

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Put yourself in your dog's place, says Pam Whyte.. Would you like to be spoken to “firmly” while having a finger pointed in your face; have verbal abuse directed at you (which is what “being firm” actually is); being squirted with a water pistol, or threatened with a rolled up newspaper??  (Even if you are not being physically hurt – your feelings will be hurt. Dogs have feelings just the same as we do. Would you be angry? So is your dog.

But what if you got treats and love as well, and actually loved the person who does these things to you, and is loved by the person who does these things to you? I'll tell you. You would be even more confused. And so is your dog.

Dogs that mess all over do so for two reasons:

 < they are confused;

 > they are angry.

And these are 2 very good reasons to use gutter language. Our dog is not in insentient robot. He has feelings, opinions and needs. And one of those needs (which we all have) is to be understood, and to have their viewpoint considered.

Because that is what a dog that is “not house trained” is doing – retaliating by saying “I am also p**d off with you!” when he urinates inappropriately and “You stink!” when he defecates inappropriately. (Humans who love each other also have these types of conversations, so don't be too alarmed at your dog for speaking to you like this. It does not mean that he does not love you – it means that he loves you enough to be angry with you. And like humans who work through and resolve their anger issues, Natures Formula for Obedience shows you just how to do this with your dog.

And this is the process:

o      Why is your dog angry with you?

        Because you are angry with him.

o      And why are you angry with him?

        Because he is disobedient!

o      And why is he disobedient?

        Because he does not understand you!

Aaah – now we have the solution…. When our dogs understand us, they will not disobey us, then we will not get angry with them, then they will not be angry with us, and will therefore not retaliate with gutter language. Or in any other way.

So as soon as our dog is understood, and correct communication (which is totally non-gimmicky, and is mainly simple and subtle nonverbals, most of which we humans use on a daily basis) replaces dominating, giving orders, punishing and bribing – then the problem automatically goes by itself. (As I said – the solution is to be found “out of the box”! Get ready for an exciting journey into your dog's mind!)

These that Pam Whyte teaches techniques have never once been known to fail! Some of the dogs who have gone through our programme had been so angry with their owners that they had been “topping up” on extra water, drinking huge amounts simply so they could express their anger all the more graphically. And the very day after correct communication replaced firmness, orders, verbal abuse, etc. – the dog was immediately toilet- trained. Without any rubbed noses (creating yet more anger...) citronella, pepper, mustard or vinegar (creating yet more confusion…) The dogs simply went to their toilet naturally – away from sleeping areas, water and food on an absorbent surface. Just like a child no longer bed wets when the child is properly understood, and the underlying cause of the problem has therefore been removed.

Nature's way is always simple.

Pam Whyte teaches dog owners what is going on in their dog's heads! (Yes, and cats, too.) Dogs have highly complex minds, instincts and emotions. Being genetically programmed for social networking and survival, they are capable of strategizing and thinking, and have a highly developed communication system built into their DNA. Pam teaches dog owners how to cross this communication gap and get onto the same wavelength as their pet. As she demonstrates in her home movies on dog language - there is no such thing as a naughty dog - only a confused dog. Once you understand the subtle and exciting nuances of the dogs' body signals and how they interpret ours, you will be able communicate correctly with your dog! And bingo - now that he actually understands you - he will be only too happy to obey you! All dogs want to be good. They only need to be understood!

Pam Whyte

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Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

Pam Whyte’s Recipe for Mental Health.

By Pam Whyte.

You can live comfortably with a person (whether they have two legs or four) that is not in peak physical condition - but not with one that is mentally unhealthy.

A dog that is mentally unhealthy is a dog that is displaying behavioural disorders.

Mental health is a subject that is 100% overlooked by the mainstream dog system. (Ever heard a behaviour therapist, vet, puppy socialiser or dog trainer discuss the subject of Mental Health in the Domestic Dog? Pulease...) Put that together with statistics like - "Behaviour problems in dogs are doubling every 10 years"; "87% of all dog owners in a study conducted by a Medical Journal admitted to experiencing behaviour problems with their dogs" and according to a Veterinary Journal, "More dogs under the age of 3 years die as a result of being euthanased by vets than from any other cause." And two and two make four.

So how do we give our dogs mental health?

1. If a dog cannot see out of his properly, he cannot have a frame of reference for all who come in. How can a watch dog be a watch dog if he cannot watch?

2. His mind must be on his relationships with us and with your other pets, rather than his next meal. (Or “meal”). In other words, his calorie input must balance his calorie output. hunger satisfied. Children at school are also be troublesome, their work suffers and they cannot concentrate when all they are thinking about is food.

3. He needs to understand you. Which is what the book on Dog Language, Living with an Alien by Pam Whyte is all about.

4. He must have a measure of self-sufficiency in order to prevent separation anxiety.

5. He must have access to his family indoors when they are at home - especially to the living area. Our dogs are our children, and we don't lock our children away from the living areas. Dogs that are locked away from their families are our neighbours -not our family member! And you can’t tell your neighbour what to do. "Hah!" I hear someone say - my dog will just chew my carpet and jump all over us and our furniture! No problem, email Pam Whyte at pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com and she will come to your rescue!

6. He must have an outing on the lead on his pavement (local is lekker) about 4 or 5 times a week for about 5 - 10 minutes (dogs multiply everything by 7) to open his wee-mail and leave wee-mail, or he will get cabin fever. Dogs will retian their original instincts, so pavement politics is even more important than exercise. ou can live with someone who is not in peak physical condition, but not with someone who is menatally unhealty.

6. He must adapt to your individual circumstances and lifestyle - which is where Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training is unique - it is tailor made dog training for each individual family.

7. You must have realistic expectations of your dog. Modern marketing is encouraging dog owners to make impossible demands on their dogs, which causes dogs to become stressed and confused and their families to be frustrated and angry with their dogs. Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training teaches you how to own a dog that is compatible with his family.

8. He must be adaptable. Changes take place with new babies arriving, house sitters coming, moving house, visitors, builders.... an adaptable dog copes with each these inevitbale changes - Pam Whyte's Recipe for Mental Health shows you how.

9. He should not chase children on roller blades, playing ball, on their tricycle or when running - out of choice. If they obey a command not to chase, either an authority figure will always have to be present when children play - or the dog will have to be locked away when children play, and the resulting barking, scratching and chewing and eventually escaping creates more problems than it is solving. Children should NOT have to stand still, not scream, not breathe, not exist becaus the family has acquired a dog! Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training is unique in that it adopts the priorities of the family and teaches them how to make the dog fit in with their children -and not the other way around. Like all members of the family, with Pam Whyte's Natural Dog Training, you will learn how to make your dog simply slot into his place in the family naturally and easily, and without any stress and trauma and repeating and practising...

10) A mentally healthy dog can distinguish between visitors and intruders without being told or taught. This is because only when he is mentally healty can his (primal) intuition kick in. As many grateful dog owners can testify.

Pam Whyte - 20010 In conjunction with the International Institute of Canine Mental HealthUSA.

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Pam can be contacted at Pam@TrustWorthyDogs.com.

Every day we receive emails from delighted dog owners - here are some unsolicited comments from dog owners who have experienced the exciting results that Natural Dog Training with Pam Whyte has given them.

Spelling and grammar remain unchanged - all are spontaneous and straight from the heart... (Original copies are available for viewing at the offices of Natural Dog Training on request.)

"Not only have you solved our problems but at the same time we had so much fun doing it." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I tried your method on Sunday when I went to visit a friend who has 2 very large dogs that are always jumping all over you when you walk thru the gate and it worked like a charm, they both ran right past me and went to aggravate my husband instead." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Pam Whyte really knows her subject!" (Email to Pam Whyte' office.)

"Pam, thank you so much for last nights valuable information."  (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"Pam, I 1stly want to tell you that you do amazing work!... you must love every moment... Your book is hilarious as well as very informative." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Our guests came over for our house warming, about 20 of them, everything was perfect, they didn't jump on our guests, and they didn't lick them."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"Last night no puddles and this morning no galloping out of the gate when I took out the rubbish - I was AMAZED - they sat and waited until I went through the gate, followed sniffed around and came straight back in - instead of rushing up the road and having to be herded back in !!! " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thank you for your time yesterday, I am still amazed at all the new things I’ve learned you and your dog are AMAZING. When I got home they did not jump around as they normally do." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"My Mom stayed for the weekend after your visit, She participated willingly with our methods and was amazed by the results. We also had 2 friends over for supper. They also used the techniques shown to us and were eager to try it out on their staffies." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Ben, our Bull Terrier is now behaved so that our friends can come and he will sniff them, then leave them. It is unbelieveable. That jumping and running around is gone, thankyou. Yesternday evening for the first time we had a frieind of mind visit, while he lay quietly next to us."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"Gosh... all 3 dogs are behaving like angels & Shadow has not barked once, despite the maid arriving (which is usually a whole orchestra performance)& garden service...say no more! " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thank you very much for coming … we never realised just how complex our dogs could be and the implications. I have been reading your book and started with the case history's which are so interesting and eye opening and I can start to understand peoples experiences." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Four years ago you came to my house to train a very naughty little doggie. He is 16 or 17 years old. It's the small black thing that I got from the SPCA. He was such a naughty little dog, and now he is the sweetest little boy. After all these years, thankyou very much for everything you've don for me." (Letter to Pam Whyte.)

"You have given me extremely valuable information." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thanks a million once again - you changed our and our dogs' lives! " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"2 years ago you came and gave me some good advice that completely and permanently solved the problem we were having with our dog barking and digging in our farm in Cornwall."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"WOW,  What an eye opener!  Thank you for your time and patience with the 4 of us.  When you left last night we let both dogs in the house.  Arthur try his tricks again by jumping on me, but we did as you showed us and he got down nicely.  We got on with our normal stuff and they were much more relaxed."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"My dog is still fascinated by the rabbit that you came and cured her of chasing in my little cottage in London, but over the weeks I have noticed her reaction to him become more and more friendly. He goes up to her on a daily basis, sits and eats near her and touches noses – and she wags her tail!"  (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I can even leave them alone unsupervised now. Thanyou again for your help."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"I read what you sent with a lot of interest. It really resonated with me about how we need to see through their eyes. (Do you have any hints for me as a teacher of a difficult class of 7year olds too?!)" (Email to Pam Whyte)

(Report after first consultation with a very aggressive dog:) "Just to say thanks again. Monty is a different dog. He still growls on the very odd occasion at my husband, but no more biting. (I think he has growled maybe 3 or 4 times since your last visit 2 months ago and I probably would have growled as well if I was him)  (Email to Pam Whyte)

Much calmer and accepts his place in the household.  One big happy family now resides in our home at Claremont!" (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I thought you were just going to be another spin doctor – but I am very glad you came. It makes our dogs so enjoyable for me and my wife - and its so hassle free." (Email to Pam Whyte.)

"We went away for the week end and our Bullie never dug a single hole." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"You have given us back our lives, our sanity and our chairs!"

"After Pam cured dog fights: We are in heaven - we keep pinching ourselves. I will now show my vet how to get his dog off Prozac." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"put the dogs in the front when we went out after you left and came back – they didn’t dig one hole!" (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thank you, thank you. I have not been nipped once today. Thanks so very much for your time and expertise yesterday.  

"Personally I am much more informed and equipped." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Am now comfortably writing to you  while Flame, my Bull Terrier is sleeping at my side - ignoring all the yaps from the next door dog."(Email to Pam Whyte)

"Such a pity I did not meet you much earlier as we both have to unlearn 7 months of "training".  Am also pleased to have your book, it makes so much sense and has helped to reinforce and remind me of what you said last night ( what an exciting learning curve). (Email to Pam Whyte)

I am confident today knowing we are on the right track at last and Flame is so much calmer. She did not lunge out of the gate this morning but walked quietly behind me." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I saw Pam last night, and she helped me so much. Thank you, I'm doing much better today..." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"THANK YOU for all your assistance & guidance yesterday. He is already a changed dog…. First time since we had him that we had a quiet night. This morning when we opened the door he went outside by himself (no jumping or barking) We also watched your DVD and I am enjoying the book a lot." (Email to Pam Whyte)

 'Thankyou for coming to help us, so that we all can live together. Last night, Monty didn’t attack me as he does when my husband comes home, he growled and barked, then he left me and went to go lay down. Definite improvement." (Email to Pam Whyte)

He also only went out about twice to go bark and was much calmer – not jumping up and barking at every little noise. He was also not tripping me up every where I walked, like he used to and getting under my feet!!"' (Email to Pam Whyte)

"After you left, our visitors arrived and our Boerboel went straight to his bed. He stayed there all through supper (he usually hassles us endlessly at the supper table) and only got up once later to check everyone out again, but again we ignored him and he returned to his bed. Our visitors say they have never seen him so calm." (Email to Pam Whyte)

 

"Thanks again for the session yesterday. It seemed to have a real effect on Sirius. Last night after you'd left he was alot calmer and alot less mischievous than usual. I could straighten out me cupboards without him grabbing any of my belongings. He did in fact take an object but as soon as i did what you said he left it and went to someone else in the house with the same effect. (Email to Pam Whyte)

So, there's definitely a difference there..." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I honestly think that you are fantastic, Pam. Integration [between aggressive dog and cats] successful so far " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thanks Pam for an interesting evening! So far so good! Usher has walked much better on the lead: no tripping up, no pulling back (or forwards) minimal barking at labourers. He has not weed indoors at all today I do feel we are making headway... let's see what tomorrow brings! Whole family are co-operating fabulously! Thanks so much! " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Without Pam we'd all be a bunch of ignorami." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Just an update on how we doing? I'm def feel less tension in the house and am more relaxed " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"left the dogs in the front garden after you left, and when I got back – no digging! And they did not jump on us or bark at us the way they usually do." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Thank you so much for your help yesterday with Chloë and Toby. We had to go out after you left and when we got back we just walked strait on to the door they did not jump up on us they just walked with us. Usually at night they are very hyperactive but last night nothing. (Email to Pam Whyte)

In the mornings they usually jump all over us after they have been fed. This morning nothing. Jason pulled the car out this morning the usually story they will run for the gate. He said this morning the gate was wide open and they just sat there did not even make a move." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"They know something is up but they just can't put their finger on it. Last night we had a couple over they walked in there was no jumping on them and not once did the two of them set foot in the lounge like they normally do to lick the people or jump up on them when they are sitting." (Email to Pam Whyte)

"I called you in 10 years ago with my Boerboel – she never gave us a day’s hassle after you spent just one afternoon with her!"(Email to Pam Whyte)

"I haven't written to you in a while and my dogs are much much better (the barking has definately calmed down) " (Email to Pam Whyte)

"Pam, I 1stly want to tell you that you do amazing work!... you must love every moment... Your book is hilarious as well as very informative." (Email to Pam Whyte)

 

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