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For tagging questions related to behavior where dominance and pack hierarchy (e.g. "alpha dog") are assumed to be factors between 2 or more animals, including humans.

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Is a dog placing it's head between two objects a sign of dominance or a desire for affection?

Some websites say this a sign of the dog trying to assert dominance, others suggest it's a sign that the dog wants to be pet, or say hi. Is there any definitive answer on this topic? … Edit: Ok so the dominance theory seems to be bunk. (It's a shame that it's the most common answer on google right now) So I'll add some more to my question. …
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Is it important to walk into a room before your dog? Are any "dominant behaviors" important?

I.e., even if "dominance theory" is bunk, are there certain behaviors**, that one should insist on for a proper relationship with a dog? Example Behaviors: Never let a dog lead on a walk. …
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