All of our dogs got early obedience training. But, just like kids, they were pretty selective about showing us what they learned. What I found interesting – the skills they learned, but refused to do when they were young and rambunctious, showed up routinely, in later life.
The dogs learned a lot of things beyond basic commands – They were trained not to set foot off the curb. Our second dog was especially adept at following visual commands: If he was standing inside the gate when one of us came home, a wave of an arm would send him around to the back door to be let in. Our first Sheltie, the ultimate party dog, would sneeze on command. The third guy? He knew all the basics, but didn’t really appear to learn anything else, until we realized he was really good at manipulating the other two.
Catfeet Premium Member about 7 years ago
It’s a good start!
John Wiley Premium Member about 7 years ago
My dog Sophie actually gave me a half-eaten bag of fries she found yesterday. I’m very proud of her!
mymontana about 7 years ago
Good Dog, Rover – love and hugs, boys. Have a great day!
jpayne4040 about 7 years ago
Yes, and “go to sleep” looks like the next one.
sarahbowl1 Premium Member about 7 years ago
Love Red’s baggy jeans and sneakers! And love my little darlings! Everyone have a happy and joyful day!
Plods with ...™ about 7 years ago
Looks like “stay” is in order.
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member about 7 years ago
My girl has Nap Time down pat.
DedeBoyd1 about 7 years ago
My shawnnee girl likes that no train book pocket full of treats also…
ellisaana Premium Member about 7 years ago
All of our dogs got early obedience training. But, just like kids, they were pretty selective about showing us what they learned. What I found interesting – the skills they learned, but refused to do when they were young and rambunctious, showed up routinely, in later life.
ellisaana Premium Member about 7 years ago
The dogs learned a lot of things beyond basic commands – They were trained not to set foot off the curb. Our second dog was especially adept at following visual commands: If he was standing inside the gate when one of us came home, a wave of an arm would send him around to the back door to be let in. Our first Sheltie, the ultimate party dog, would sneeze on command. The third guy? He knew all the basics, but didn’t really appear to learn anything else, until we realized he was really good at manipulating the other two.
Stephen Gilberg about 7 years ago
Rover communicates with Red better than other people can. Why should he have to demonstrate the commands he knows?
Sailor46 USN 65-95 about 7 years ago
Knowing the commands and following them are completely two different things.