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Updates on Finn...he pushed the button!

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I can't believe Finn will be turning two in a month! I'm not a consistent poster here, but I love reading the discussion threads, and like to give updates in case anyone is interested.

Finn is doing so well. Thank you to all the people who gave me brush recommendations a few months ago. I'm able to groom him more easily now. His baths and haircuts are also getting easier. I'm getting compliments on his style now, so I can tell we are improving together. My most exciting news is...Finn is pushing his button to communicate when he needs to go outside! I had completely given up on it after 12 months of trying with no success. The first time he pushed it, I thought it was an accident. After a few more pushes that looked totally intentional, I realized he gets it! So happy I am dancing. I'm considering adding a second button in a month or two. Not sure what the word will be yet. Poodles rock!
 
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There are communication buttons you can buy for pets. You recorded your voice, and when the button is pushed, whatever you recorded will play. So if Finn pushes his button, a recording of me saying "outside" plays. I have the button next to the door that leads to the back yard. There are a few YouTube channels that have footage of dog and cats communicating with humans using these buttons. I think similar buttons have also been used with gorillas and chimpanzees.