By now most of the dogs understand the clicker, showing that you have been working at home with them. Tonight everyone walked away with a good base for stealing the handkerchief. This is a multi-step process for some that will take time. Keep practicing! Remember that most of the dogs will concentrate better at home where they are comfortable and there are less distractions. Don't get discouraged. It only takes a few minutes at a time, multiple times a day. You might walk away thinking "They just don't get it" and the next time you try suddenly they've got it!
Many dogs are learning other tricks (such as paws up on a ball) and social skills. Anything you and your dog learn is plus, so be proud of all that you have accomplished!
I had a great time giving my teaching skills a try, thanks to Mark, our local ""Dog Whisperer". However I'm looking forward to Kim being back next week.
Next week our dogs will learn to "Crawl".
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