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I agree with Roxy. It does sound like she has some dominate tendencies. Even though it sounds like you have most things under control most of the time, she is still testing you and taking a dominate roll on occasion.
I can't recall how old Ruby is? Is she experiencing her rebellious teen years? Regardless, I think it's great the time you spend with her. I found that doing obedience training with an obedience club was far more beneficial than I ever imagined. It's true. They teach you how to train the dog. However, I found it even more important for them to learn in a different environment with other dogs present. It's kind of like the dogs learn more from watching each other as humans learn how to handle the commands.
You mentioned your daughter having dwarfism and how she could get more involved. I am 4'10". Just very short. I do find that people don't always take me seriously or have a tendency to treat me as if I am younger than I am. Taking the obedience classes really helped me learn how to be a confident pack leader. Assertive and confident in what I do. It's amazing how these skills transfer to other areas of your life. I bet she would be a fantastic handler. Depending on her abilities, she may have to adapt a little to get past some challenges. She does that every day anyway.
There are clubs all across the US. When I get my new little puppy, I want her to become certified as a Canine Good Citizen. It's very challenging and not just the normal sit/stay class you might imagine it to be. You could take your daughter and visit before signing up if you want to see what it is all about.
I can't recall how old Ruby is? Is she experiencing her rebellious teen years? Regardless, I think it's great the time you spend with her. I found that doing obedience training with an obedience club was far more beneficial than I ever imagined. It's true. They teach you how to train the dog. However, I found it even more important for them to learn in a different environment with other dogs present. It's kind of like the dogs learn more from watching each other as humans learn how to handle the commands.
You mentioned your daughter having dwarfism and how she could get more involved. I am 4'10". Just very short. I do find that people don't always take me seriously or have a tendency to treat me as if I am younger than I am. Taking the obedience classes really helped me learn how to be a confident pack leader. Assertive and confident in what I do. It's amazing how these skills transfer to other areas of your life. I bet she would be a fantastic handler. Depending on her abilities, she may have to adapt a little to get past some challenges. She does that every day anyway.
There are clubs all across the US. When I get my new little puppy, I want her to become certified as a Canine Good Citizen. It's very challenging and not just the normal sit/stay class you might imagine it to be. You could take your daughter and visit before signing up if you want to see what it is all about.
