| Making the training fun shouldn't mean that a leash pop cannot be used when it is called for. After all, it is called "obedience" not "if you feel like it". There might always be something more intriging no matter how happy, excited and whatever wonderful treats you have. This is no longer a tiny pup. This dog is certainly old enough to absorb a leash pop combined with a "good dog" for compliance.
Again, however, do not start any training sessions without a lead and collar on the dog. Does your instructor compete? If her only training tool is presenting a cookie and hoping for compliance, I doubt it. |