WHAT?!!? No. Absolutely NOT. This is not kind, or in any kind of spirit of any friggin holiday. This is CRUELTY. This is why they make bricks and BOX TAPE, man! Do you know why Christmas gifts are supposed to be a surprise? That's right, because anything less is just MEAN. Yes, I know the meaning of self control. That's when I put the bottle on the other side of the table, so I have to get up to pour myself another glass. And that's IT! Making a dog look at a thick steak while he "stays" is not training. It's a sick joke. I wouldn't DO it to a dog. Come on up to Michigan, Bro. I'll share mine with ya. Tell em you'll be home in a few weeks. Word.