Haha - I'm obviously not painting a very accurate picture.
The beagle was easy to train, using the same techniques we have tried with the Yorkie....and I've had success training other dogs using the same techniques. Trust me, we use positive reinforcement and simple commands such as "no" when discouraging unwanted behavior.
He's getting proper training, love, exercise, etc.....he's just obstinant. Perhaps dogs have disorders as humans do. Just frustrating.
I do like him - he's cute. Don't take my screen name to heart - I do have a sense of humor. If I didn't like him I wouldn't be registering on a forum where the experts are. For the most part, we've done everything you've suggested (except the pennies in the can, and the expen).
Perhaps you've just been lucky enough not to come across such a dog as Finn. |