Learning To Be Patient And Polite

Saber has been at the prison for a month now and has adjusted well to his new environment. His inmate trainer says it has been a joy training this gentle giant.  He knows all of his basic commands quite well and his trainer will keep practicing with him until they are perfect. 

When Saber came to the prison he didn't like to "hurry" on leash.  With patience and perseverance, his trainer is proud to report that he has overcome that obstacle.

Saber loves to play with toys.  His favorite is a stuffed alligator, a nylabone shaped like a wishbone and the kibble ball.  He would play with the kibble ball all day long, hoping for treats to dispense with every roll.

Saber loves to eat.  You would think he never gets fed.  Saber has to "wait" in his kennel until his trainer tells him to "heel".  They walk over to fill his bowl and then back to his kennel.  He can barely contain himself.  He then has to "sit" or "down" and "stay" while his trainer puts his food in his kennel.  Saber is learning to be polite, patient and to slow down a little while eating.

Saber is a smart, calm and obedient greyhound.  Stay tuned until next week to see what great things this gentle giant accomplishes.