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lolabella · 06-26-2006, 02:36 AM

I have started to read "The Dog Listener" by Jan Fennell. It seems logical, but I am wondering how it works with Yorkies on a practical level. Has anyone tried the methods discussed in this book? How did it go? Or, has anyone read another training book that worked very well?
Mia is starting to get vocal and stubborn, so I want to start on a proper (and consistent) training method before her behavior becomes her personality.
Oh, and if you went to puppy training classes, when did you start?
I have read that it is good to start before 14 weeks... because the hormones kick in after that??? Well, anyhow, the vet did not want Mia to attend classes because of health concerns (she is 11 weeks today, and doesn't have all her shots yet), but if its really worth it I will schedule private lessons at home. Please let me know of your training experience.
Thanks.

06-26-2006, 02:36 AM	#1
lolabella Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: . Posts: 493	Training Questions and "The Dog Listener" I have started to read "The Dog Listener" by Jan Fennell. It seems logical, but I am wondering how it works with Yorkies on a practical level. Has anyone tried the methods discussed in this book? How did it go? Or, has anyone read another training book that worked very well? Mia is starting to get vocal and stubborn, so I want to start on a proper (and consistent) training method before her behavior becomes her personality. Oh, and if you went to puppy training classes, when did you start? I have read that it is good to start before 14 weeks... because the hormones kick in after that??? Well, anyhow, the vet did not want Mia to attend classes because of health concerns (she is 11 weeks today, and doesn't have all her shots yet), but if its really worth it I will schedule private lessons at home. Please let me know of your training experience. Thanks. __________________