Originally Posted by Corinthian

That is what Brad Pattison (At the end of my leash / In the dog house) recommended in an episode of his show for a fearful dog that reacted adversely to people and dogs. Brad, like in every case, traces back this to the dog trying to become alpha.

Will he ever meet a dog that isn't trying to take over the world?

He claims that by pinning the dog 22 times a day, you will establish yourself into the alpha position. And teach the dog... something? Helplessness is my guess.

Is this an approach you would recommend or practice?