A lot of people on here advise taking a dog to obedience school. My dog does NOT have any serious behavior issues, and I have no desire to go to obedience classes. I'm just interested in teaching her to do some funny stuff like roll over, play dead, sit up and beg, etc. I got her from the pound. She is 3 years old. I started off by teaching her "sit," and we are now working on "down." But she really only listens if I have some treats out. Without the food, she won't necessarily do the trick. Also, she won't always come to me when I call her. She doesn't run away or anything like that, but when she's comfortable on the bed, she may or may not come when I call her. Any suggestions? How long should I spend training per session? How many sessions per day? Are cut up hot dogs a suitable treat? I'm afraid to give her too many because I don't want to upset her stomach and cause her to have an accident in the house. Thanks!
2007-09-13
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