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yelping will follow, lasting for several days, if not 
effectually checked sooner. Let him have his own 
way about it for awhile; oernaps before long he 
may come to the conclusion that his behavior is 
alike foolish and useless, and then cease his 
acrobatic performances. If he does not submit to 
the inevitable at once, don’t be alarmed—it won’t 
hurt the chain and collar, nor the dog! Should he 
not quiet in due time, then proceed in the following 
manner to stop the racket. 
“LIE DOWN!” 
Get a stout but limber switch, walk up close to 
the dog and gently tap him with it, increasing the 
switching until he seeks to escape the punishment 
by retreating into the kennel; then give the order : 
“Lie down!” While he remains within, keep the 
switch playing against the side of the kennel, often 
repeating the command. Turn to side and out of 
view of dog, and decrease raps on kennel, finally 
ceasing, but remain in position perfectly quiet and 
motionless. In a few minutes the puppy will expect 
to be alone, bound out and repeat his former yelp¬ 
ing ; instantly again the switch is brought to play 
against the kennel, whereupon he will quickly re¬ 
treat within. Repeat a few times, then stealthily 
move away some little distance and keep concealed. 
The puppy may remain within, but howl or yelp. 
In this case throw a pebble or other small object 
against the kennel; this will remind him of your 
