Dog Health Questions: Has anyone found success through Don Sullivan's dog training secrets?

I just recently got my package in the mail and was very pleased to find it all there. I have watched the DVDs twice already and have begun the no pulling and sit and down and stay commands. Has anyone been having trouble with the heel command? My dog really tries to resist me when I do this one and does not want to keep his head up. I hold him up with the leash and collar on, but he still wants to sulk and keep his head low to the ground. I have tried to hold his head up with my free hand while leading him with my other and keeping him close. He also does not want to stay very close where he is supposed to. He wants to tug and shy away like I'm going to kick him or something. He does have a history of abuse comingfrom an area where dogs were plenty and roamed free and not really cared for by humans. He is being obedient to me and my friend and gets lots of love and attention from us. I'm just wondering if anyone has had the trouble of their dog resisting or being scared of the heel command when they walk.

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Don Sullivan is one of many respected trainers. However like most things not all tactics work on all dogs. How long have you been teaching the heal command? It seems to me that you need to use a more assertive approach. When he tries to get ahead of you, use a swiping motion with your leg to block him. This will redirect his attention from the ground and keep him behind you. When he does better reward him for a job well done. Healing is not only walking but being beside you whether in a sit or stay. Use a treat and have him circle and sit beside you, not in front, when he does this praise him.

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• From what I've seen of this program- It is basically a pinch collar, which gives the dog a physical correction, i.e. punishment, when he does the wrong thing. Punishment can make dogs fearful and cause a lack of confidence, especially when they don't understand what they are doing wrong or what is expected of them.
  
  I've seen much faster and longer lasting results with positive reinforcement training. One of the best aspects is that it builds up the bond between you and your dog as well as your dog's confidence. I'd recommend looking into clicker training.
  
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