| I start my pups learning to lie quietly in a spot I choose when they are young. It is not as formal as a true obedience stay, but rather "here is where I want you to be until I excuse you." It is usually done beside my chair and after a few minutes they relax and accept it. I do this with the leash on and no interaction except to replace the pup if it gets up. Attention and interaction tends to stimulate the pup and what I want is them to learn to rest quietly and accepting in a spot I have chosen. This is very helpful when there is company or business going on. |