Feeding Ritual

My daily feeding ritual for my dog - Ginger.
1st : Establish eyes contact. Your dog stay focused on you, not the food bowl.
2nd: Communicate with your dog using soothing eyes. I usually think about how much I love her being calm and submissive and I'm going to share the food to her as long as she remains calm.
3rd: Ask her to go into crate and wait for me to put down the bowl. I have her sit patiently until I give her the release command which is "OK".

This is a great way to mentally challenge the dog by teaching her that a calm and ­submissive state of mind means getting the food.

Having your dogs mind in a calm and open state before he/she receives their food strengthens your relationship and your leadership. Not only that, but performing this ritual every time your dog eats, virtually eliminates the risk of food aggression developing.