September 22, 2016
Hey everyone, so this past week was a busy one! I started my Doggy Potty Journal, this is a journal that I am using to keep track of Muppet's behaviour. So, if Muppet has an accident in the house I'm recording the date, time, where it occured and the events leading up to it. For instance, did Muppet bark before the accident happened? Did Muppet try to hide the accident or do it out in the open? When was the last time Muppet was outside? How much water has Muppet drank today? These are all questions that I am keeping in mind when Muppet has her accidents.
From the Doggy Potty Journal I found that, Muppet had five accidents in the house from September 15 to Sptember 20. This was almost one accident a day, however, two were in one day. The reasons for Muppet's accidents varry.
The first accident she had on the 15th was at 6:30 pm, around dinner time. Muppet usually eats just before this time and everyone in my family was busy preparing dinner. Thus, Muppet had a pee waiting for us at the backdoor.
Consequently, on September 16th, Muppet was found barking and begging at the back door. Eureka! At 12:15pm I took Muppet outside onto the grass and she immediately went to the bathroom. I greeted Muppet with lots of praise, love and of course sweetness.
Furthermore, on September 18th, I was awaken by Muppet. Whenever, I am home both of my dogs sleep in my room, Muppet and Meadow. I woke up to Muppet sitting at my bedroom door, barking and begging to be let out! I was extremely proud of Muppet for not only vocalizing her desire to go out but also immediately running towards the backdoor to be let out and to do her business. Muppet recieved lots of praise and rewars dor being an obedient dog.
Lastly, on September 20th, I took Muppet outside around 7:25. This morning she needed a little extra encouragment to stay outside and focus on the task. However, after wandering around for a little bit, Muppet found her scent and did her business. In the afternoon, at aroud 4:15 there were construction workers at my house. This created an issue for Muppet because she was terrified to go outside with all the noise. Thus, Muppet had an accident in the house.
This past week was an interesting one. It taught me alot about Muppet and her adorable yet subborn attitude. Next week I need to conduct some outside research on house training methods for dogs who have been poorly trained. I need to develop this research and put it to test on Muppet. As well, I need to continue my training and consistency with Muppet. I need to start thinking about what I want to do for my trailer and my TEDtalk.
I hope you all enjoy reading this blog an have some AH HA moments as well as lots of laughs.
Cheers, Courtney
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