bring (someone) to heel
To force someone to obey one's wishes or commands; to make someone act in accordance with one's authority.
What bring to heel mean?
Force to obey, subjugate. For example, The prisoners were quickly brought to heel. This term transfers commanding a dog to come close behind its master to similar control over human beings or affairs. [
What does it mean to bring a dog to heel?
The definition of heel is for your dog to be at your left side, walking parallel to you with no more than six inches between you. ... It also teaches your dog to walk under control when off leash.
