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Originally Posted by bettyeanne  Good job! I read in one of my training books that if they do something you don't like ... respond in kind with something that THEY don't like, i.e., lightly tap on the wire part of their kennel! Operative word here ... "lightly" tap! We taught Toto in one short afternoon that barking was not acceptable except at appropriate times ... now that's one thing she learned well and she never ever barks [we can't stand yipping] unless she is playing or occasionally when she is startled. Also, in conjunction with the "tap" if you say "no" then pretty soon all you have to do is say a firm "no" and that's all it takes! I think a lot of people confuse "firm" with "mean or loud". We don't allow anyone to speak to Toto in angry, loud or mean sounding voices ... it's not necessary and certainly does nothing but scare her! If you use commands with just a word or two then they actually learn the words. It's easier for them and much, much easier for us! |
Thats funny..
i have also a blanket around his bench... only the front is open so he can see. but its much more relaxer for him... when he is whining or at least dont want to sleep,.. (most of the time he sleeps right away cause he knows is mommys bedtime ) but i only have to say "no" or,. "snickers sleep now,. im dont with it,. mommy needs to sleep"and then he lay down look at me like,. ok mommy .. thats sooooo sweet.