Three days later, the fire passed. Grandma arrived on a ranger’s truck, soot-faced but smiling. “You did good, little one.”
Tonight, smoke stained the sunset.
Bring the dog into the same room as the small animal's cage while the dog remains on a leash and in a down-stay position. If the dog shows any signs of fixation—such as whining, stiffening, lip-licking, or intense staring—increase the distance immediately. The goal is total neutrality, where the dog acknowledges the other animal but chooses to ignore it. Training Essential Safety Commands