Training methods - what worked for you?

[Goob]

All on my own, we live in the boonies...no pet smart nearest is 85 miles. no real training schools, even kmart, wal mart, home depot (Karen) are 40 miles away.

I keep large bowls of fresh water in the kitchen and a small one in the bathroom. If any are empty..Puppen "Brings" it to me.:hearts:

LUCKY!!! Our Home Deeeps is only five minutes away.

How sweet that Puppen keeps the water bowls filled for her big sisters. I know dogs can learn hand signals, and Puppen is a very smart little girl indeed!

As for my two - no formal training, but they do the basics. Specially when Mom uses her "not messing around - do it now" voice!

[Courtney]

Mary - I want to be a dog trainer/behaviorist! how do I get started???