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In this brief instructional clip, dog trainer Max Randall warns owners against touching a dog’s bowl or the dog itself while the dog is eating, explaining that such interference can trigger resource guarding. He advises that, to prevent this behavior, owners should allow the dog to eat undisturbed and demonstrate that nothing negative happens when the owner is present. Additionally, he recommends reinforcing the calm behavior by adding extra rewards or food, thereby teaching the dog that the owner’s presence is a positive, non‑threatening cue. The overall message is to avoid provoking the dog during meals and to use positive reinforcement to discourage guarding tendencies.
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