WOMEN can tame troublesome partners by treating their men likedogs, says the author of a new book.Am...

1. 10 ways you can train a man just like a dog; Down boys: New
book tells girls how to control partners.
WOMEN can tame troublesome partners by treating their men like
dogs, says the author of a new book.
American Karen Salmansohn makes the controversial claim in How To
Make Your Man Behave In 21 Days Or Less Using The Secrets Of
Professional Dog Trainers.
Her techniques include withholding affection from a man when he
misbehaves - just
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resisting those puppy dog eyes.
And rewarding a man when he's good - but always keeping him on
a firm leash.
Karen, a 30-something former advertising executive, says she
discovered her man-training skills by accident while trying out
dog-training techniques on her cats.
She explained: "I lived in a building which didn't allow
dogs so I got two cats and figured the next best thing was to train them
to be like dogs - to do tricks, sit up and beg, stuff like that.
"Sadly, my efforts had no effect on the animals. However, I

2. noticed a marked change in my boyfriend's behaviour."
New Yorker Karen gave up on her cats and switched to training her
boyfriend without his know ledge. "It really worked," she
claims. "I was amazed."
Although Karen is no longer with that man - "I had him put
down," she jokes - she has used the same methods in her other
relationships and is now engaged to the man of her dreams.
"He thinks the book's hilarious," she says,
"but that's probably because I have him trained to laugh on
command.
"But, all joking aside, taking the time to train a dog really
shows that you care - and I believe the same goes for men.
"And the rewards with a well-trained man are far greater than
with a dog."
Basic rules of man-training, according to Karen, go something like
this:
1. To keep him on his best behaviour, fill his bowl halfway so
he's always yearning for more.
2. If he is running away do not give chase. Do something to catch

3. his attention - maybe flaunt a colourful plaything. He'll soon come
trotting back.
3. Until trust is built, keep him on a leash. If that trust is in
question, advance to a choke collar.
4. Gentle strokes and playful petting will keep him on his best
behaviour.
5. Always say "No" clearly, so there's no mistaking
that you mean it.
6. Punish directly after misbehaviour by immediately rubbing his
nose in the mess he's made.
7. Never be nice to a man in the hope of winning him over. Refuse
to play with
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disobedient, resisting the lure of his
puppy dog eyes.
8. If he's panting after things he can't have, teach him
that forbidden temptation equals intense emotional pain.
9. Don't make a habit of yelling or in time he will never
listen.

4. 10. Find out his favourite treats then promise him one if he does
as he is told.
Of course, the older the man, the harder he is to train, but
Karen's book promises results within 21 days.
Madonna is said to be among the fans of this book - which is
perhaps why Guy Ritchie is often seen trotting along behind her wherever
she goes. To see how easily the book's advice could be put into
practice, the Sunday Mail caught up with Jon Eriksen, 29, and his
girlfriend Kirsty Mullen, 20, pictured above
She bravely put the techniques to the test to find out whether the
author is barking up the wrong tree.
The couple, from Abronhill, Cumbernauld, have been an item for two
years.
Jon said: "I'm really into the stroking idea, but not so
keen on the punishment."
Care assistant Kirsty said: "Jon is very loyal. The book
recommends you keep your man on a tight lead, but I don't think
that would work for us."
So confident is she of Jon's loyalty, she's happy for him

5. to hit the Highlands with a group of mates this weekend.
But loyalty isn't the only striking similarity that Jon has
with man's best friend. The full-of-fun estate worker claims he
follows Kirsty all around the house.
"Maybe he is simply marking out his territory," says
Kirsty.
KAREN'S FIVE BREEDS OF MAN-DOG
ASIDE from her advice for attached women who are already in
relationships and want to improve them by training their men, Karen
offers tips to single girls on selecting a suitable 'breed' of
man in the first place, and evaluates their behavioural characteristics.
She lists them in five main categories.
The Terrier

6. Aggressive, but a loyal companion. Consider how much time and
energy you are willing to put into a relationship.
Male equivalent: Bobby Carlyle.
The Sporting Dog
Needs a lot of daily exercise and attention. Unhappy if kept
indoors. Easily bored. Likes playing games with you.
Male equivalent: David Beckham.
The Hound Dog
A hunter by nature, instinctively driven to chase. Has great
stamina. Tends to be noisy and playful.
Male equivalent: Rod Stewart
The Working Dog
Strong, territorial and protective over whoever takes him home.
Tends to be quiet, independent and anti-social.
Male equivalent: Harrison Ford.

7. The Toy Dog
Bred mainly for show. As loving with others as with you. Often
inspires strangers to pet him.
Male equivalent: Hugh Grant.
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