OBEDIENCE TRAINING
"Every parent should read at least one good
book on dog training. Odd how, in a day when
children are notoriously disobedient, dog
training and obedience classes are increasing
in popularity. Basically the rules are simple.
"Keep commands simple and at a minimum.
One word to a command and always the same
word. Come. Sit. Stay. Heel. Down. No.
(I talk my children dizzy.)
"Be consistent.
"Be persistent. Follow through. Never give a
command without seeing it is obeyed.
"When the dog responds correctly, praise
him. Not with food. Remember, don't reward
children materially for doing well. Your praise
should be enough.)
"It is a fine kettle of fish when our doges are
better trained than our children."
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