Keep it stocked with a clean towel for the “go to bed” behavior, poop bags, a treat pouch and treats, a clean bowl for water, a clicker, and anything else you may need. Ideally, this is a small backpack, not a tote, so that your arms are free to maneuver your dog’s leash and food rewards. Pack, bring, and restock your designated training bag. Outdoor patios of coffee shops, restaurants, and breweries are sometimes pet friendly as well. Many hardware, home improvement, sporting goods, hunting, dog treat bakeries, agricultural supply, book, and pet stores are dog-friendly to well-mannered pups that are under proper leash control. Slowly expose them to wheels from a distance and then gradually get closer to different items – strollers, skateboards, dollies, and so on. To prepare, ensure they have positive associations – such as earning food rewards – with wheels. Speaking of wheels, was your dog safely socialized as a puppy to be comfortable around strange or new objects? Stores and restaurants require that your dog be composed and confident in the presence of carts with wheels. You can also translate the “go to your bed” or down-stay behavior to a large, flat rolling cart in a hardware store (or anywhere that may be dangerous) – just be sure to stabilize the wheels so your dog isn’t startled by movement. This useful skill has your dog maintain a relaxed down position on the towel. Generalize the “go to your bed” behavior to something like a towel for easy transport in public. Teach sit, down, leave it, and go to your bed. Master Basic Skillsīecome proficient at basic skills before going out in public. Want to spend even more time with your best friend? Beef up your training so that you can take your hound out on the town.
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