Interview with pet sitter Mary Willinger

Want some great advice from members of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers? Check out this Four on the Floor interview: four questions -- and answers -- from the floor of the 2008 APDT conference.

Thursday March 31st, 2011

Mary Willinger
Pet sitter
Muskego, Wisconsin

What's the best dog toy? The Kong.

What mistake do you see owners commonly make? They have no idea about the body language of dogs--they should become familiar with it and know how to read it.

Advice for new owners? Be consistent with boundaries. Also, use the "nothing in life is free" approach.

What's the most important cue or command to teach your dog? "Sit makes things happen."

website: Professional Pet Sitters of Wisconsin

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