I began training Remi to go into the doggie pocketbook by carrying him around the house. I make sure several of his favorite treats are already in the bag so that he bends his head and body down to retrieve them. When he does this I zipper up the bag. I do this almost every day at different times so that when I go out he is used to the routine.
I think that because he is used to this as a normal occurence, he accepts being in the bag. Yesterday he was in the bag at the dentist's office. He is quiet and well-behaved in the small space.
Of course, he is never left in the doggie pocketbook for extended times. I also have a carry on suitcase with wheels that is made for little dogs. I also put him in this with his treats almost every day and wheel him about the house. I have brought him to weddings and parties in this great "suitcase".
Hope this is helpful. |