No-pull "Don't be a Dope on a Rope" Dog Leads - for both dummies, and lateral thinkers:
Here are some unedited comments from dog owners who can now be proud of their dog's behaviour when they take them out for their walk...
"Shiphi is so good now I can take her out, we even walk right through the village and she walks past people, cattle, sheep etc. hardly looks at them and now she only shows mild interest in free running or feral dogs and they ignore
her completely!" RSA
"I followed your advice about Blikkies. I bought both of my dogs your leashes and started taking them for walks. It really does wonders for them. Since I started walking them, Blikkies seems his old cheerful and friendly self again. Thank you so much for your assistance, I really do appreciate it." RSA
"Took him for a walk (twice) on the lead, and used the method I saw on Don't be dope on a rope, and he is really much calmer now. And he also seems noticably calmer at home." RSA
After one weekend (Bullmastiff): "There is also a vast improvement on our daily walks with your leads and we are getting the hang of it." RSA
After walking a cross breed dog on the Don't be a Dope on a Rope for the first time: "It was a whole new experience!"
A (very) short while after being towed down the road by his 45k Husky: "It feels as if I don't have a dog on my lead!" RSA
"Your leads are amazing - they are the only ones that work!" USA
"Good news is that Shiloh (Pit Bull) is walking beautifully on her collar and lead." RSA
"Thank you for your encouragement. My wife and I took Bags for a walk tonight and followed your guidelines for how to walk him on a leash ‘to a tee’. Within minutes he was walking quite calmly alongside us. He quickly settled down to walking next to us (slightly behind) with the leash hanging loose." RSA
Before:
"They are such wonderful, loving dogs - it's just that what's supposed to be an enjoyable experience, has become a nightmare - because they literally drag us down the street, bark for and chase other dogs, and don't behave well on their way to the veld where we let them loose so that they can run to get rid of their energy. If we get home from their walk, we (my husband and I) are kaput*! It's not supposed to be like that!
After:
I just want to "report back" to you: this whole approach, with the help of these special leads, works wonders! We never thought we would say this, but my husband and I are actually looking forward nowadays to our daily walk with the dogs! There is still some work to do - they both tend to pull at times, but we're working at it and it just get better and better. When we're out of the gate, they don't pull like they used to. We make a point of doing all the things you say we must do in the e-books we received. The biggest reward for us as owners are the happy expressions on their faces when we get back home. Thanks a million once again - you changed our and our dogs' lives!" RSA
"I have spoken to a satisfied customer who tells me your lead and collar are the only ones that work." UK
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No-one need be at the mercy of their dog on a walk! Everyone can enjoy an outing
with their pet - yes, even dogs that think that on each walk they have to break new world records!
Don't be a Dope on a Rope dog leads.
These are the intelligent alternative. You don't have to be stronger than a 10 ton truck to drive
it. Just smarter. Same with your dog. We have seen elderly, tiny and 9 month pregnant women handle
dogs instantly with Pam's balanced dog leads, that strapping, 6 foot young men can't on conventional
leads. Once again - no force, no jerking, no commands.
The secret is - conventional dog leads actually give dogs pulling power! Including all the state of the art dog training harnesses,
however intricate and complex their rigging systems
are, whether on the dog's face or body, or anywhere
else they choose to put them in their quest for "controlling the dog!" Why is this?
Quite scientifically -
because they all give the dog the leverage!
For starters, our dogs having twice
as many legs as we have - now we give him the leverage
advantage as well - what hope do we have!? "Don't
be a Dope on a Rope" works scientifically, giving
the dog owner the leverage - not the dog!
As simple as that! And this enables the dog owner
to prevent pulling behaviour. simply by not causing
it! And this is done without any jerking, commands
or force. Which looks like, and feels like magic!
But it's not. It just logically (scientifically
- which has nothing to do with "being
firm" or being strong) empowers the owner over the
dog - instead of the other way around. Like suddenly
finding out where a car's breaks and steering wheel
are. The "behaviour" of the car will then change
most dramatically! Like your dog's will,
when you use the "Don't be a Dope on a
Rope" lead. Your dog will thank you for it.
The results are so dramatic that elderly and very young children have been able to
handle dogs on this equipment that huge, strapping,
powerful young men haven't been able to with harnesses
and conventional dog equipment.
Now you need never be a Dope on a Rope - and your dog need never get cabin fever, because he will always be such a pleasure to take out.
When you use Don't be a Dope on a Rope leads - you call the shots! It's literally child's play!
You won't get these facts anywhere else.
Talking of child's play, on the
CD, you see an 11 year old boy walking his dog beautifully on her lead within minutes
of his gaining the leverage advantage over his dog. One of Pam's
clients phoned her the day after she had cured her
Pit Bull of racing down the street with her husband
in tow, and said: "I could not believe my eyes.
My two year old was walking down the road with my
dog's on his lead!" We ourselves still never
fail to be gob smacked at this natural power!
Ebook - Walking Your Dog on a lead - the (Very) Easy Way.
But what do I do if my dog:
• Has a sit in strike, and won't walk on the lead at all at all;
• Rolls on his back;
• Chokes and coughs and splutters;
• Chews his lead;
• Circles me, so that I get ensnared in his lead;
• Keeps hooking trees/poles/people/estate agent signs;
• Dives under every car/bush and won't come out;
• Barks at every dog on his walk who happens to have
the misfortune of standing behind his gate, and
not being out on a walk like him;
• Pulls so much that he is actually walking on his hind legs; (yes, some dogs actually do that.)
• Keeps hooking his foot in the lead;
• Keeps hooking his front feet, back feet and backside
in his lead so that he can't walk and falls over;
(yes, some dogs are even as innovative as that!
Don't forget, they are being bred more and more
intelligent.)
• Won't let you put the lead on him in the first place;
• Won't let you catch him to put the lead on him in
the first place.
One can only marvel at the artistry and
ingenuity of man's Best Friend when striving to
confuse and confound his kind owner, who only wants
to take him out for a nice little walk. Who needs
enemies? This ebook is free on request with the purchase of a lead and collar.
Natural Dog Training rescues you from every
diabolical strategy your pet dog could think up,
which Pam sees and cures on a daily basis. And of
course, none of it is done with any jerking, commands
or force. She shares all her secrets in her booklet
- Walking Your Dog on a Lead the (Very) Easy Way.
Once you have obtained the lead and booklet,
and followed Pam's instructions - if you still have
any further queries regarding your own individual
circumstances, she will assist you further by replying
to your email in person.
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Because:
• some dogs would put Houdini to shame the way they escape from collars on a walk;
• dogs come in a larger variety of sizes than choker chains do, some dog owners find that there aren't
any that fit their dog. Some are too tight, others are too large, so they slip off the dog when he
puts his head down to open his email, and check out who did what with who around the lamppost;
• many break, so the dog escapes;
• the metal links can damage the vertebrae on the dog's neck if pulled tight frequently enough;
• some choker chains are very heavy for the dog,
Comfortable, adjustable Dog Collars
Pam Whyte has designed slip collars that:
• no dog can get out of - even Staffies that have
no necks;
• are adjustable, so they fit snugly against your
dog's neck;
• are soft, light and comfortable;
• have strong welded rings that no dog could possibly
break;
• come in every size - from Chihuahua 's and Miniature Pinchers, to the biggest Rottoe, St Bernard, New Foundland or Great Dane.
Guide to the size lead and collar that you will need for your dog:
Small leads and collars - Chihuahua size to Maltese and Jack Russel size; Medium leads and collars - Spaniel, Beagle size;
Large leads and collars - German Shepherd, Doberman size;
Jumbo leads and collars - Rottweiller, Great Dane, size.
If you are uncertain of the size lead your dog will require - feel free to email Pam at Pam@Trustworthydogs.com for assistance.
Ordering Dog Leads:
Purchases can be made either by international bank draft, by bank transfer, or by credit card.
All goods are posted off within 24 hours of receiving your order.
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Medium - R65.00
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Jumbo - R115.00
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My Reflections on Morkie and applying Pam’s Program
I started with the program on Monday 12th of May! I was convinced that the ignoring will only last 2 days, which was all I prepared myself for emotionally!
I spoke to Pam on Monday evening, and she informed me that I should keep on going until Thursday! This was really hard for me, as I live alone, have no boyfriend, and am quite fond of my dog! To be honest this was harder for me, than it was for Morkie! I had to work on myself and detach myself emotionally from her, before it could be a success!
She was determined to prove me wrong, and pulled out every trick in the book to get me to notice her:
- she pretended she had an itch, just to look at me
- she jumped on my face while I was sitting
- she stared into the mirror, looking at me from within the mirror
- she barked constantly at nothing (it drives me MAD)
- she steals all my items
- she crept under my bed, and my tables, looking at me
- she kicked her hind legs backward, while barking at me
- she climbed on my bed
- she pretend to look forward, and then her eyes move sideways to have a look at me
- she pretended to be hurt outside
- she plays with her toys, and pretend to be a clown
Well, she stopped most of it! She truly is a different dog now, and to be honest so am I…
Morkie sleeps in another room now, and doesn’t get onto my bed anymore. She doesn’t go under the tables or beds, as I blocked her way in. All her toys have been taken away, and she sleeps on the ground, in her bed. She also doesn’t jump up on me anymore, sometimes she would put her paw on my leg, however when I fold my arms and look away, she turns around and go lay on her bed / on the floor. She still does the kicking thing, however it is much less, and she stops doing it immediately when I look out the window, go out the door, or do something in which I ignore her completely. Then we also go out for regular “sniffels”. Another thing, she still looks at me 24/7, it feels as if the paparazzi is in my home!
I am going to be honest, this wasn’t easy for me, and I’m not telling a lie, when I state that some evenings I sat crying in my car! It was hard, especially because she was so determined into ‘not’ giving in! I still feel the urge to pick her up, and hug her!
However, I can see the change in my dog, and I am really proud of both of us, due to the progress we have made. I agree that she was emotionally burdened, and yes, she deserves to be understood by me! The changes in her behavior made me aware of all the problems there was, and the problems I caused! Not only that, but also the problems dog trainers and behaviorists caused. This one lady (whom Morkie was terrified of) took her lead and forced her down on the ground next to her. I had to walk away, and then call her! This was terrible, and in that same class a Bullterrier attacked her! I was hysterical, and if I felt that way, I don’t even want to know how Morkie felt!
All this helped her in the state she is currently in, and that is why I am so happy to have found Pam, whom works naturally and I know my dog will be treated fairly! Thank you, Pam…
My goal with Morkie (2009) will be to do my dissertation on animal therapy, especially dogs, and the use thereof in therapy with a child. This will be done from an Educational Psychologist’s point of view!
However the problem at the moment is, and this was also the main reason why I contacted Pam, is that Morkie is scared of children, or people in general (however I do think she is terrified of children) and other dogs.
I do realize that I helped her in her fear, by immediately picking her up, and cuddling her! This I know now is very wrong!
Thank you for all your help, and support!
Suné & Morkie
Reflection 2
Morkie
On last Sunday (25 May 08) I was really getting frustrated, tired and discouraged, because Morkie just keeps on doing her thing, and it does not correlate with the program or anything Pam says! I really thought that I’m doomed...
Monday morning came, and my dog was a different dog! She didn’t jump on my bed, laid on the floor, did the bow towards me, and constantly faced me when she was lying on the floor. I was amazed, and to be honest I don’t even think the lotto would have made me that happy! I phoned Pam, and she mentioned that I can go to the next level now, and offer her my palm, look at her and touch her sometimes.
When I first did this, she was amazed, she looked at me as if saying, “what, are you for real?” She came to me, sniffed and licked my palm. I was so proud; I had to concentrate to stop smiling!! The whole week went on like this, and she was really well behaved. She started barking a lot, when I get home, and it drives me crazy! However I think it’s just to get my attention, because she looks at me while barking! We will get over that as well.
We went for our “sniffles” regularly, and I dreaded it, because Morkie kept on pulling the lead, growling, and wanting to go back home. Today (5 June) was the first day she didn’t pull. I applied the walking (10 to, 10 past) strategy, and when she barked at someone I turned away from her, and walked in the other direction. She barked again, and then decided, the guy is not worth it, if my mommy’s not interested! Thus that went very well. She still growls a little bit, and is still unsure when there are other people around, but I take it slow, and only go for short but rewarding walks. And yes, sometimes I still have to zigzag over the road, because of her pulling, but every day is getting better and better!
I am going to arrange a child, in order to go to the next step, and introduce her to children. I am so excited about it; I really can’t even begin to explain it! This would be the first big step into Morkie’s “graduation” as a little therapist!!
I am very happy to be at this point, however it was not easy. I felt discouraged a lot of times. It is hard to ignore your only companion in your home. It really gets lonely, and sometimes I felt like hugging her, just quickly so that she wouldn’t even know it! Luckily I kept on track and set myself firm goals, and to be honest I prayed about it a lot! Sometimes it was hard to let people understand why I am doing this, because they always mentioned that I am cruel, and that Morkie doesn’t understand why I am ‘abandoning’ her. This made it very hard for me, as I didn’t need to hear this, I would’ve rather wanted them to support me!
Luckily my parents, sister, friends, and Pam supported me a lot. My parents and sister started treating their dogs the same as Morkie, and when we went home to my parents Morkie was still in a routine and everything was great. Pam encouraged me a lot, and every time I spoke to her, I felt encouraged to do this again!
I would really recommend this to anyone! I was with dog trainers (whom I disagreed with), then I went to a dog behaviourist, which was total chaos. She manipulated my dog, and put my tiny little dog in a class with a bullterrier! That made me feel like a disappointment, as the lady constantly told me, it is my fault the dog is so scared of the other dogs, especially the bullterrier.
Well today I know she was wrong, but I have a lot of sympathy for people struggling like I did, and I truly believe that the natural way is better...
Thanks again,
Suné
A Note from Morkie....
Dear Auntie Pam,
Thank you for helping my mommy understand me! She did everything wrong! She barked at me a lot, she chased me while walking, she made me hunt my toys, and she even pretended I was a human! You helped her see me as a dog, and what’s more, is that you made her speak ‘dog’.
I couldn’t believe my eyes when she held out her palm in such a calm manner, I still get tingles in my tail when I think about it!
I also learned a lot, now that mommy understands me!
Thank you again...
Love
Morkie
Reflection 3 Morkie
Saturday was the big day! Morkie was finally going to meet a child, and thus face her biggest fear...
I’m going to be honest, I was quite nervous about the whole experience, maybe because I realise that my expectations and hopes, may not always be Morkie’s. However, I decided to pray about it, and decided to have a positive attitude, as I believe that she senses my feelings and emotions, and thus will sense my positive attitude.
The little boy, Alex, and his mother arrived at 12:15, and I quickly gave them a run through what they were allowed to do, and what not. No looking at, talking to, or touching Morkie, and all the reasons why this will work.
I phoned Pam at 12:30, and we let Morkie into the room (she’s been outside). Alex had to sit with his back to the dog, reading a book, without crouching. Morkie entered the room, and started circling Alex, jumping at every corner, pretending to be very frightened. She started to sniff all around him, and touched his back with her nose. She was extremely cautious, and came towards me several times, as if saying, “Don’t you see this child, he may be dangerous?” She also went to Alex’s mother several times, and tried to get attention from her, even trying to get onto her lap!
Later we asked Alex to lie down on his back. Morkie reacted to this, and walked to his head, sniffing at him. She looked at me again, and again no help from mommy! She lied down next to me, looking at Alex, and after a while placed her head onto her paws. Pam said this is a really good sign, as Morkie cannot flee from this position, and thus no longer sees Alex as a threat! I was really happy to hear this! Alex then had to turn on his tummy, and still Morkie kept on lying next to me.
During the whole ‘process’ Morkie kept on trying to get my attention, and to, as Pam calls it, turn it into a dramatic event! She ran towards the door, barking, looking around to see whether we saw her! She barked and growled at sounds outside, she really tried everything! I had to look at her from a hand mirror, and Morkie was so smart, she even looked into the mirror a few times, directly at me, leaving me feeling rather foolish!!!
Pam mentioned that we should see what Morkie would do when Alex sat on the couch, holding his palm towards her, still not looking at Morkie. Morkie was amazed, and if her mouth could have fallen open, if would have! Pam told me that in the past Morkie was used to receive the palm down, which was threatening, and now suddenly she received it upwards, which was not threatening! I still find this interesting, and really agree with this. Morkie stared at Alex’s palm, walked towards me, and then suddenly walked towards his palm, sniffed it, and pushed her nose into his hand! Morkie later stood up on the couch, and scratched Alex’s arm with her paw, asking him for attention. Pam mentioned that we should not give in now, as that would not win her respect, she should beg for it! Morkie did this about three times, and then we stopped the session for the day!
I couldn’t believe it, and my heart still goes warm when thinking about it! I can’t describe the emotions I felt, when Morkie pushed her little nose into his palm! This was a dog, that previously went hysterical when a child got near her, and manipulated me completely into reacting to her “freight”. Seeing her touching a child suddenly made all the struggles, hard work and frustration of going through this program, worthwhile. It made me feel proud about what we have achieved, and I had a feeling of being overwhelmed, because finally our hard work is paying off!
Thank you Pam, I don’t have any other words... You’re program is fantastic, very hard, but very rewarding!!!
A note from Morkie...
Dear Auntie Pam
I need to talk to you! My mommy changed, and although I thanked you for helping her to understand me, I now have another problem! She allowed a child to enter our home! I know, it’s terrible! She always cuddled me, and protected me in the presence of a child, and to be honest, I loved it, and she never knew that it was an act!
On Saturday she reacted differently, and I had the humiliation of my life, I had to sniff the child, and thus prove to mommy that he will not kill me! She now knows my deepest secret... If I think back about it, it wasn’t that bad, and I’m quite curious about what will happen if I make friends with the child... Maybe mommy will like that...
Thank you for all your help, however I want to ask you not to reveal all my secrets to mommy, because it feels as if you are reading my mind....
Love
Morkie
