baby learned sit + paw

Baby finally learned to sit and give paw in the same session! We have been doing 5 min training every morning before work, and last week she only got the sit right maybe 1 in 5 times.

What worked for us: treat in my right hand, slowly move it over her head, and she sits by herself. I say 'sit' only once, then the treat. Paw took longer. I hold her paw for 1 second, say 'paw', give the treat, and repeat. By day 4 she started lifting it when I open my hand.

We are not perfect yet. Sometimes she ignores me and goes to the balcony to look at birds. The neighbour's kid came to watch us once and Baby showed off so much, I was so proud.

I read that Shih Tzus can be stubborn, so I try to keep sessions short and happy. End on a good note every time. Next target is roll over, which I think she will hate.