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  • Looking for training options...

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    elbrantE
    I am not in your area, but ... you should know that dog training is about teaching you how to interact with your dog, as opposed to teaching your dog how to do things. Most area Kennel Clubs offer training where you are your dogs partner in the class. The things you will learn will last your lifetime. I applaud the non-punitive approach. A lot of people fly off the handle when their dog chews on the wrong thing, or doesn't quite have potty training down. One of the best things you can do is give them love when they do it right and don't react when they don't. Recognize that he's just a pup. You can trade an acceptable chew toy for your shoes, and you can avoid the problem by closing the closet door so your pup can't get to your shoes. Accidents will happen and learning to potty doesn't happen overnight. Just provide a lot of verbal love when the pup gets it right and don't react when he doesn't. Love and praise are the best tools in your training bag. Congrats on your pup. Can't wait to hear about all of your adventures!
  • How long does it take to potty train a puppy.

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    elbrantE
    @tanza @debradownsouth Exactly what I meant. Like a child, you cannot expect a pup to do something their body has not grown enough to do. It's been years since I've had a puppy in the house. "Bug" came to me at 18months, well past potty training. (Thank heavens!)
  • He has me trained well

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    eeeefarmE
    I am lucky with my guy. Although he has attempted digging a few times and been told "no", he doesn't take advantage of my absence to pursue the habit. One exception was when I assume he was cold, and he dug his way under the comforter on the bed, managing to do some damage to the foamy we have on the bed to make it softer. (never assume the bed that felt soft enough in the showroom will be so when you get it home! :) ) He has free run of the house and seldom abuses the privilege. Obviously if the damage occurs when you are gone the only solution is to restrict his access to the things he is likely to harm. Or suffer the consequences. ;)
  • AYO, training for the show!

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    ArwenA
    Oh my gosh! Look at his long, clean lines. I think I just fell in love! :D
  • The Trio of Chaos

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    AnetteA
    Oh no… Don't even say it! Lol. I don't think I can handle to basenjimales going through the teens together. But he is a sweetheart and I'm sure we'll fint the perfect home. :)
  • Coursing Training with Banshee, Shakti and Vega

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    JannekeJ
    @soulmate: Thanks you all, Janneke, you will meet three of four in a few weeks ;-) Regards, Esther Looking forward to it! :)