Day 9 (09/19/17): training, playing at the creek

We hadn't done any clicker training sessions in a few days because I had too much going on mentally. We got back into it today with review of the target stick, continuing shaping going to the mat, beginning a stand-stay, and beginning going around a PVC pole. The training for each behavior goes for 10-15 treats, then there's a clear break. I need to get into the habit of using more playtime for her breaks, as I tend to just cuddle (which we both love).

I'm very lucky to have a beautiful creek just 2 minutes' drive from my house. (I would just walk but we'd have to go along a road with fast cars and not a lot of room.) So today was Terra's second introduction to bodies of water. I took the Welshie along, as she loves playing in water and I was hoping that she would convince Terra to go in.

Terra did put all four feet in three times, but each time she promptly changed her mind. But there were more times that she stood with her front feet in and I loved on her and told her how brave she was. She played with the Welshie on the shore. The Welshie is leaving tomorrow, so next time we go, I'll bring toys and play with her.

Click on any picture below to see a bigger version. I just love Terra's long, cat-like tail!