Hope reporting for training

CR Wys Muv – Hope had a BUSY first day! Coming into a new environment with all different types of sights and smells. Getting a bath with flea and tick removal, ears cleaned, weighed, nails cut, checked all out, and then exploring her new living quarters… whew! That’s a lot!

She did well on everything except for being a little nervous during bath time. She wanted to get away from the water being poured on her, but once she realized it was inevitable, she settled down. Later that day and for the past few days, she and her trainer have been exploring the dorm together. He lets her walk all around the place, smelling and seeing where she will be staying for the next 10 weeks. She loves meeting everyone and sniffing their hands – always looking for treats!

She has also been working on walking properly by her trainer’s side and not out in front of him or behind him, getting her used to being led by whoever has the leash. The let’s go command goes along with this one, letting her know that we are moving, to pay attention, and that we may be changing direction. 

This coming week is all about slowly introducing her to the new commands. He starts with easy ones so that she can get a good foundation, get rewards, and it helps build her confidence in herself and in her trainer. Baby steps – you got to have a level of trust. 

Well, this is all for now – stay tuned for more of Hope’s adventures, and take care!