Many dog training methods are based on what makes the owner feel good, rather than on what actually makes sense to a dog.
As your children grow up and teach them how to respect your properly, you should train your dog as well. Respect Training is a balanced philosophy of dog training. "Balanced" means both positive and negative consequences for one's behaviors.

Teach your dog to come when called. When he comes, remember to reward him.
• Teach your dog that you are the leader. Always walk out the door ahead of your dog when leaving the house.
• Teach your dog that you will only walk side by side. Keep your dog to your side or behind you. This will also demonstrate to your dog that you are the alpha figure.
• Teach your dog about your daily schedule. He must eat, play or go for a walk at the same time every day. This is critical for your dog's health, both physical and mental.
• Help him relax at home. Remember your dog prefers an enclosed dog kennel, especially when he gets nervous where he can feel comfortable between the soft blankets.

Give your dog a unique place that he can call “kennel”.