In all honestly, I was taking them out for a while but then once I saw they were doing their business outside I just let them out and brought them after 15 minutes. When I was taking them I brought treats with me and didn't acknowledge them until they went and then they would get a treat. Now they get treats when they come back in and I can see where that might be hurting me. I will have to go back to walking outside with them and also playing with them.
You know, I think I got spoiled with my oldest because she never gave me this kind of trouble. She trained well all the way around. And maybe the mistake I am making is treating them all the same. So you would suggest I train Luna (3 year old) and Mia (puppy) because they are the leaders? How do I get them to quiet down? How do I introduce them to people and not have them bark or nip? Does walking more help? And when they walk and bark, what should I do? I'm sorry for all the questions but I am at my wit's end! LOL |