We had two training breakthroughs over the weekend. They may seem minor to you. They were major for our little furry family.
The first breakthrough involves Maddy. Gracie has been a part of our family for almost eleven months now. For the entire time, Maddy has hidden under the bed whenever Gracie is upstairs. Over the weekend, Maddy crept from her hideaway a few times while Gracie was upstairs. She even came face to face with Gracie on a few occasions. She did not run. She stood her ground. She hissed at Gracie a couple of times. It was a miracle.
The next breakthrough came from Miss Gracie. From Day One, I have asked her to sit before she is allowed outside. I am happy to say that, within her first 24 hours here, she mastered that command. However, there is one time when she refuses to do it – the bedtime potty break. She looks at me sideways and pretends not to hear me.
It is frustrating. On Saturday night, she plopped down on command and happily waited to go outside. It was amazing.
Will these little miracles continue? Who knows? The important thing to remember when you are training your pets is that it is an ongoing battle. Rejoice when it goes well. Continue to be patient when it does not.
Happy Labor Day holiday to our readers in the States and Canada!
Rescue Mommy
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