Dale McCluskey
Dogs are a true gift and allow us into their world through the pack relationship. By adopting the lead role we can achieve harmony and true connection with our special pack members. This system of training builds a bridge between the human and animal world and offers hope for all dogs and owners regardless of current behavior issues, problems or goals. "The Power of Pack" A Complete Guide to Dog Training is available at k9pack.com
Articles by this Author
The Agent of Change
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 10/28/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Creating a mutually happy and balanced relationship with a dog doesn't come from treats, devices and gadgets but from the real agent of change, the owner.
A Moment in Pack
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 10/10/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Every moment in pack is an opportunity to move forward towards a new day regardless of the past. When a Device, Method, or Technique fails who gets the blame ?
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 09/25/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
When devices, methods and techniques fail to produce results what is really happening and who gets the blame ? Often the dog or owner are unfairly blamed when things go wrong.
A Higher Standard for the Police Service Dog
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 07/15/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
A higher standard comes through understanding the pack relationship and how to achieve harmony within pack and the roles.
The First Step Forward
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 05/5/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
It happens often. The decision to give Fido away. One moment too many.
How to Start a Police K-9 Unit on a Small Budget
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 05/2/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
The ingredients to start a successful K-9 program with a limited budget requires the ability for everyone, including the Department and Community, to see the potential benefits.
The Moments of the Journey
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/29/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
People have moments in life which cause reflection, some sort of realization. I had one of those moments back in 1996 with the loss of my first Police Dog Reuben.
The Psychology of Pack
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/29/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
When it comes to training your dog the power held within your own mind is a more effective tool than any other device, motivator or gadget available on the market today.
Tracking through Pack
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/25/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
The handler must mimic and become pack, creating and maintaining role change, taking the Leadership role. The ability for the handler to achieve true harmony and balance is really the difference between a good K-9 team and a outstanding one.
The Aggressive Pack Dog
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/25/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Once a dog has displayed aggression a greater understanding of pack is needed to bring the situation back from the brink
Enhancing the Drive of the Police Service Dog
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/17/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Achieving Harmony with the Pack Relationship is the key to success.
Flooding
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/15/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Why Dog Parks and Other Situations Become a Nightmare for the Dog Owner
Harmony within Pack
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/14/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Whether its a family dog bringing back a ball or toy or a Police Dog chasing down a fleeing felon on command both dogs share something in common ...a level of harmony within pack.
The Center of the Storm
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/14/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
A Journey of Self Discovery
A Force Unseen
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/10/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
What part do methods and devices play in maintaining balance within Pack
The Unspoken Language of Pack
- By Dale McCluskey
- Published 04/9/2008
- Pets & Animals
- Unrated
Learning to understand the language of pack