No kidding, gemy. The training is ongoing and one can readily see in interactions with our dogs when that is needed. I do the "leave it" refresher about 3 times a year but that is one thing he does very easily - leaves/drops things and backs off. He KNOWS in his KNOWER that this just delights me and he's going to get very good treats and one happy mommie so he easily does it - never really forgets - so far. Also he's really good at staying and remaining in place. Those two come easy for him. But front door excitement via doorbell/knocking is one thing we work on about once a month. He's a natural greeter and does so want to amp up and get all excited to greet in a furor. Have to keep reinforcing not to do that.
__________________  Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis |