Can an old dog really be taught new tricks?
Absolutely. While old dogs can require a bit more patience and persistence to teach them new behaviors, they certainly can learn. Motivational methods are the key to getting an older dog’s cooperation. When your older dog feels he is being rewarded for new behaviors, he will become keen to learn them. Rescue dogs are certainly a prime example of this. Dog training methods that are positive make dogs feel safe and confident. “Some people enrich our lives and I must say that LL (Linda Lukens) is one of them.
