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– to be comfortable in a crate, both when owners are home as well as when owners are gone
– to eliminate outside (on command would be nice!)
– to respect human hands and skin (no nipping or mouthing!)
– to not jump up on humans or countertops
– to respect their owners as the leader of the pack
– to release or relinquish food, toys or inappropriate objects when told
– to come when called
– to be tolerant of handling (nail trims, cleaning ears, kids grabbing fur, taking things out of mouth, drops in eyes, giving pills, bathing, brushing/grooming…)
– to “leave it” when told
– no chasing bicycles, children, squirrels, rabbits, cars, balls…
– to walk without pulling
– to sit, down, stay, wait on command
– to be comfortable and under control in new or uncomfortable places such as: the veterinary hospital, groomer, boarding kennel, training class, pet store, other people’s homes (perhaps even over night!)
– to be comfortable if and when separated from other dogs, pets or people in their family – able to be left alone without destruction, barking or nervousness
– to play, chew or relax without constant contact or interaction from owner
– to be tolerant of and possibly sociable with other dogs
– to not be protective of food, bowl, crate, toys or bed
– to quiet barking when told
– to greet friends & strangers without jumping or shying away
– to not rush through doorways or down stairs ahead of owner
– to move location (even if on furniture or bed) when directed without complaint
Pam Young, LVT CDBC CPDT
Dog Gone Good LLC
Dog Behavior Consultant
Personal Dog Trainer
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