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Puppies: Behavior vs “Obedience”

So, here you are and you have a growing, teething puppy and you are confronted with a mountain of natural but undesirable behaviors. From jumping up and nipping and shredding…

A “cue” has a beginning and an end

When you would like a dog to “do” something you provide them with a “cue” such as “sit” or “come” or “down”.  “Cues” are sometimes referred to as “commands” or…

Sadie

I am thrilled to report that Sadie has been able to walk out of her neighborhood, past strollers, skate boarders, trucks, delivery carts, dogs. Good girl, Sadie!! You are amazingly…

Obedience Practice

Here are Mya and Sadie practicing their “stand/stay” together. This exercise is not easy and, as you can see, they are still tempted to look back at me when I…