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A German Shepherd on a leash looks up attentively. The dog is sitting on a sidewalk next to someones knee, with a blue tablecloth and pavement in the background.
A black and tan dog is curled up in a round dog bed, resting its head on a blue plush toy with a plaid pattern, looking up at the camera.

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve mastered 14 commands so far! I’ve been putting in the effort every day to learn my Hebrew commands in preparation for my move to Israel next year. I’ve got the basics down, including come, sit, stay, lay down, and no. The leave it command was a bit challenging, but my puppy raiser emphasizes its importance for focusing when I’m paired with my partner. My favorite phrase is “kelev tov” – good dog! That one really makes my tail wag.

Currently, I’m tackling some directional commands, which can be tricky, but I’m enjoying the challenge. I know how to turn left, turn right, go straight, and come to the left side. Next, I’ll be learning p’nimah – sideways to the right; hatziah – sideways to the left; and a’cho’ra – back. Sometimes, it feels like I’m dancing!

🐾 Peggy

A German Shepherd dog looks out over a city skyline from a rooftop, with metal railings and a cloudy blue sky in the background.A German Shepherd on a leash looks up attentively. The dog is sitting on a sidewalk next to someones knee, with a blue tablecloth and pavement in the background.A German Shepherd wearing a dark vest sits on a sidewalk. Part of a person holding its leash is visible behind, and burlap sacks are stacked in the background.