If you are a dad charged with taking care of a boy, take my advice and keep a cane in the house. Make sure that the boy is aware you have it and knows exactly what it's for.  I believe many discipline problems will be resolved before they start when a boy is aware a cane is waiting for him. However, if it does become necessary to use the cane, begin by having the boy undress. The disparity in the levels of dress creates a clear distinction in rank and also makes the boy feel more vulnerable and hence easier to control.   Since it should already have been explained to the boy that canings are for his benefit, he should assist in the process by fetching the cane for you.  By fetching the cane and handing it to you, he is tacitly signaling his acceptance of his punishment. Now with the cane in your hand it is time to give him a formal lecture and for this the boy should be fully naked.  This lecture should be very specific, listing his misbehavior, your disappointment and what you i

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 A boy shows appreciation for his dad's use of the cane!

Nothing looks or sounds quite as good as the cane on tight shorts.