Originally Posted by
Summerthyme
Stubborn
Headstrong and willful
Sitting in high places, looking down on everything
Barking or whining at humans which many owners consider "talking" (without a command to do so).
You have to know your breed. These characteristics listed in the OP as undesirable describe the behavior of a good Livestock Guardian Dog. Here's an article about LGDs:
http://americanpreppersnetwork.com/2...and-flock.html
IF you are willing & obedient , you shall eat the good of the land: But if you refuse & rebel, You shall be devoured with the sword: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it. Isaiah 1:19, 20