On 2008-03-14 14:31:00 -0400, "cshenk" said:

As mentioned, not trying for a perfect heel or anything like that.

It's okay to teach your dog to heel. You sound apologetic or like you
think you're not going to be successful. Perfection is what works for
you, but it's also okay to teach your dog a proper heel.

Dogs, like children, understand that different people have different
rules. Do your best to communicate clearly what your rules are.

Classes will help, as will practice. Hope your whole family will go to
class together so you are all on the same page.