Training time

Gunner & Grace grew up in a country setting where they didn't need to go on too many leash walks. Where they live now, in addition to running around the back yard chasing balls, toys, and the occasional squirrel or mouse that happens by, leash walks happen three times a day. With a bit more car traffic in our neighborhood, good behavior on leashes is a new idea for this pair.

Enter our new trainer, Peg Munves. Peg came by on Saturday to teach us the most gentle and reward-motivated approach we've ever seen! We watch in amazement as our rambunctious duo were charmed into being attentive, waiting for doors to open before bolting through them, and not pulling our arms off on the leashes. Quite a morning of learning!

There's more to do, of course, and Peg will be back to see us soon, but we're definitely off on the right foot with her guidance and experience. If you're in the Westchester/Fairfield area, you can reach her at pmunves@panix.com. Highly recommended!