Blueberry at a dog show

Piper's mom said:
Thanks Sharon...I’m still learning myself! I just need to be firmer with her on the table, I’m a bit of a pushover with her and she knows it. She’ll actually growl at me on the table!
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Something I found that helps dogs who aren't table fans is to keep one up all the time at home and put them on it a few times a day, just to give them a treat or play a little game with them. Make it a fun time. Some of them object to it if the only time they're on the table is to be groomed or stacked LOL.
 
Ann said:
Something I found that helps dogs who aren't table fans is to keep one up all the time at home and put them on it a few times a day, just to give them a treat or play a little game with them. Make it a fun time. Some of them object to it if the only time they're on the table is to be groomed or stacked LOL.
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I usually do have the table up, it’s been difficult with my arm getting her up there but it’s getting easier. I can now do anything (within reason) without fear of damaging the ligaments. Funny thing Finnie hated the table when he was a pup...absolutely in fear every time he was put on it. Now he’s my best dog on the table! I had to devise a setup where he could get on it because he’s just too heavy for me to pick up. I put a small stool beside the table which he jumps on and then a hop onto the table. A good way to get a big dog onto the table!
He never would’ve done that before. He’s also the best with the blower, Piper will fight to get off the table! Funny how they change!
Blueberry is funny in that she holds a grudge...I put her on the table and the next time she sees me near it she’ll go the other way! Little stinker is too smart for her own good lol!
 
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