About 50 years ago, L. David Mech and others observed the interaction of wolves in their packs. Part of their scientific observation was discussions of alpha dominance in the packs.
Various people then took these ideas and applied them to dog behavior.
Since then MANY scientists, and the original observers, have come out and proven that these ideas are NOT appropriate when it comes to DOG behavior. One of their arguments, if this were true, we should be able to apply the behavior of apes to humans.
Due to a certain TV personality, these methods are enjoying a resurgence. Unscientifically, I've noticed that these methods are especially touted by the macho part of our society.
So, is this simply an excuse to rationalize abuse, or is there any SCIENCE behind any of this? If you think it's science, please give me one or two SCIENTISTS so I can read their work.
2007-08-29
05:49:50
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