On Mon, 14 Feb 2005 03:19:32 GMT, "Jodi"
wrote:

For those of you who go off to work in the mornings, what kind of routine do
you have for your dogs before you leave the house?

My morning routine is incredibly varied, time-wise, but we have the
same routine whenever we leave the house. Each dog gets a small treat
and a dictate to guard the house (seems to be working ;-D). Franklin
hops up on his loveseat and Lucy waits at the side. I always exit
through the same door (to garage) - if I go out the front door,
Franklin seems thrown off. He's a very creature of habit creature.

With puppies, I give a "crate" command, followed by treat reward and
close the door and leave. Obviously, an elimination outing right
before I leave and as soon as I arrive home, is a must.

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Janet B
www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com