Just let the dog do whatever it wants. Animals should be free. Why train them at all? Let 'em eat that couch! #FidoFreedomFighter

Is consistent training also about sticking to the same person doing the training? My partner and I can't seem to align our commands and it's throwing our Puggle, Gizmo, off big time.

I see we've all suddenly become experts on dog psychology over here, huh? But yeah, seriously, consistency is the key. Unless you want your sofa to become a chew toy, you better stick to the rules you set. Or don't, and you can have a home that looks like it survived a tornado - dog edition.

Great point on consistent training. As a pro trainer, I see many folks get frustrated because their pup isn't behaving 'as expected.' One thing I always preach is: Consistency is king. Dogs love knowing what to expect from their environment and their human partners. You keep that up, and they will follow your lead. And don't forget the timing of your rewards—critical for them to make the right association.

I cannot stress enough how important it is to be patient with your dog. Our four-legged friends can sense our frustration, and that won't help them learn. Pairing consistency with patience is like the secret sauce to effective training.

haha totally get it! first time training my pup and it’s like defusing a bomb trying to figure out what works 😂 patience is a virtue, right?

100% agree. I've raised three Border Collies and each one thrived with a strict training regimen. They need to know the boundaries and what's expected of them to feel secure. And never underestimate the power of a well-timed treat!

Ugh, this is so true. I made the mistake of being inconsistent with my lab mix and it set us back weeks in training. Once I started being consistent with commands and rewards, it was like a light bulb went off in her head. It's all about that routine, people!