FAQ

Start by modeling the button's meaning through consistent use, associating each button with a specific action, and reinforcing correct presses with the desired outcome.

Dogs perceive time differently from humans, and 1 hour may feel much longer to them due to their faster sense of time and different cognitive processing.

Start by associating one or two buttons with specific actions like 'outside' or 'food' using modeling and consistent reinforcement until your dog makes the connection.

Due to dogs' faster perception of time compared to humans, one hour might feel significantly longer to a dog—possibly akin to several hours for us.

Start by modeling one button's meaning, like 'outside', by saying the word, pressing the button, and giving the related outcome; reinforce with consistency and rewards.

Because dogs perceive time differently, one human hour may feel significantly longer to them—possibly several hours—due to their higher sense of immediacy and shorter attention spans.

The hardest command to teach a dog is complex communication using soundboard buttons, as it requires abstract associations and intentional action.

The 7-7-7 rule for dogs refers to a guideline often used when adopting or bringing a new dog home: 7 days to decompress, 7 weeks to learn routines, and 7 months to fully settle in.

Teaching a dog to use soundboard buttons can take a few weeks to several months, depending on the dog's individual learning pace and consistency of training.

Yes, studies show that dogs can learn to use talking buttons to express specific needs or desires, though claims of complex communication remain debated.