Today's Lesson

Started the day training a 6 month old Standard Poodle; he arrived here last Sunday. First lesson for him. He's a super smart dog, very calm demeanor, but hasn't had any formal training. First objectives... 1.) Up/ Off... we need to get him to load into a vehicle because he is going to be too big to pick up; 2.) Walking on a Leash... he has no idea what to do when a leash is on, and so to prevent him from panicking, we have to gently get him to understand it; 3.) Kennel Up... he doesn't like his crate, and is displaying a bit of separation anxiety when the owner is gone. Need to get him to like it and be calm. 4.) Need to get him on a feeding schedule. The breeder had him free feeding, but that leads to issues regarding house training; 5.) House Training... no accidents in the home yet. Need to get him on a schedule, and to potty on command. Plus, gave the owners a shopping list of items needed for his training and care. There are other objectives and needs, which will get addressed along the way.

Every lesson is customized. This was what he needed today. I'll see him again on Sunday