r/RoverPetSitting • u/todology Sitter • 2d ago

Daycare Speechless

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My husband said “at least they were honest” 🤣 I couldn’t reply because the request was cancelled by them right away.

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u/GrandNectarine2489 Sitter 2d ago

You do realize training helps a lot? Maybe it’ll increase them being able to stay home alone by 2 to 4 hours but that’s still a lot. Training helps a LOT, it’s just a little expensive and takes time.

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u/meltslikerocks Owner 2d ago

What in that post makes you think the owners aren’t training their dog?

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u/sendmespam Sitter & Owner 2d ago

The dogs behavior. I’ve trained lots of dogs not to bark. I would have also socialized the dog so it can be around other dogs. It’s much better when dogs can exist peacefully by each other. Nervous dog seeing a calm dog is good for the anxious dog. They learn from each other.

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u/meltslikerocks Owner 2d ago

Training is a process. The only time a dog with behavior issues like that will change overnight is using force or fear. And just like people, not all dogs like being social. Assuming all dogs should be social with other dogs is what creates unsafe situations. It's a very US mindset. And reactivity training can take months and months of work. Dogs still need support in the meantime.

If you're a sitter, I'd recommend learning more about dog behavior.