By love I don't mean an imaginary love or a romantic love, but love that is humble, self-less and filled with respect and understanding.
Too many people begin training before they have any knowledge, or intimacy, of the individual they wish to train.
As Bill Dorrance was fond of saying, "You have to get the feel of the horse. And the horse has to get the feel of you."
Get to know one another. Spend time. Expect nothing. Accept the camel, or horse or dog completely. Be willing to give more than you receive and you will get more than you expect.
Be patient. Don't force or rush. Slower is faster. Be willing to yield. Be willing to feel fully, as fully as possible. Never endanger yourself or the animal. Deepen trust at every opportunity. Listen.
Breathe. Relax. Be firm and clear. Don't ask for much. Build daily on the "ask". Give lots of praise when you get what you want. Praise them when they try for you. The "try" is worth more than any result.
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