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Old 03-05-2008, 02:42 PM
Nishasmom Nishasmom is offline
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Re: Good training classes

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Originally Posted by ArmaniMink View Post
She is starting to listen, but I think sometimes my tone may throw a wrench in her decision to come, especially after she has done something wrong like pee in the house on the way outside for her walk.
You shouldn't use commands in a negative way when you are teaching them. If she comes, there should always be some sort of reward!!

Example...you call your dog to come so you can leave the park; before you actually "leave" maybe play a short game while on the leash. Rotties are smart dogs, you don't want them to learn " if I come, the fun ends"

If you call her inside for bed, give her a treat and some love first. If not it will seem like coming inside when called = bed time

Good luck!!
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