Sadie says hello!
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I'll definitely look into the clicker. I almost think she will be afraid of the sound though. We'll see, they are usually pretty cheap right?
I'm just hoping someone can tell me if some of her behaviors are Basenji like or if she's just a goofy lovable licky monster
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I'll definitely look into the clicker. I almost think she will be afraid of the sound though. We'll see, they are usually pretty cheap right?
I'm just hoping someone can tell me if some of her behaviors are Basenji like or if she's just a goofy lovable licky monster
Trust me, once she figures out the sound signals food, she will be very happy to hear it! Yes, clickers are inexpensive. IMO, they are the best way to teach new behaviours, and generally once you start, you will find your dog will enjoy solving the puzzle of what will gain her a reward. Do have a look at the articles so you understand proper use of the clicker and how to begin with it. A couple of good links:
http://www.clickerlessons.com/
http://www.video.clickertraining.com/free-01
Happy training! (BTW, your girl looks like a real sweetheart!) :)
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any other suggestions? this is going to be great!
What you can do with a clicker is only limited by your imagination, but I would work on basics first. Then just see what your dog offers, what you can reward, what tricks you can teach. Happy clicking! :)
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It is furry but no more than your average chihuahua. That's the general length of her fur. Basing this off of the 'Bleu' Chihuahua my sister has (looks like a tiny little husky in coloration)
**Question: is there a Health or well being reason to use wide collars on hound dogs?
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Thanks so much for the feedback, I'm playing with a new camera lens and will be posting new pictures as soon as I can!
funny that you mention rat. I've been doing research because she really doesn't fully fit the basenji profile but it turns out I'm pretty convinced she's a Rat Terrier mix but has very strong and big jaws that don't match…. I found an image of a rat basenji mix who's face looks very similar to hers.... So at the moment that's where I'm putting my money... Thoughts?
and it doesn't really so much matter what she is as far as how much I'll love her (i've got that part down solid), but it's more so I can find the best way to train her