Pack Leader
A person, whether Pup or Handler, who leads a Pack.
Definition
A Pack Leader is the person who leads a Puppy Play Pack, holding responsibility for its direction, welfare, ceremonies and admission of new members. Different Packs vest this role in a senior Pup, a Handler, a shared council or a rotating position.
Historical background
The Pack Leader role emerged as Packs developed structure and community weight.
Discussion
Communities differ significantly in whether Pack Leader is a formal title, an informal recognition or expressed through Alpha-style vocabulary.