Pretty neat. I've been meaning to teach mat training to our Bichon for ages now. It would certainly come in handy when people come to the door. However, one problem I think I'd encounter, is how to do this alone. I'm wondering if my dog will get confused if I ring doorbell, run upstairs, and tell him to "go to mat." I want him to have the association with doorbell and mat. You really need two trainers for some exercises.
Pretty neat. I've been meaning to teach mat training to our Bichon for ages now. It would certainly come in handy when people come to the door. However, one problem I think I'd encounter, is how to do this alone. I'm wondering if my dog will get confused if I ring doorbell, run upstairs, and tell him to "go to mat." I want him to have the association with doorbell and mat. You really need two trainers for some exercises.
ShelterDogs 2 years ago