Pumpkin and Julia
Pumpkin showing us how it’s done!
We achieved this using the ‘capturing method’. Pumpkin had never used a target or a ring before this session.
Julia used simple, clear cues which were easy for Pumkin to follow.
Well done 👏
Pumpkin & Julia
Pumpkin showing us how it’s done!
This was achieved using the capturing technique. Pumpkin had never targeted or used a ring before this session.
Note how Julia delivers short and clear cues which are easy for Pumpkin to follow.
Well done 👏
Training with a hoop
🐶A fun training exercise with a hoop and a young Labrador.
I am working with a ball as a reward. This was the first time he was introduced to this exercise and the first time he has learnt how to drop a ball on command. (Turn your volume up to hear the commands being delivered). For his first try this is pretty impressive!
The goal of this exercise is to get him to ‘WAIT’ and then jump ‘THROUGH’ the hoop. When he retrieves the ball, I ask him to LEAVE’. When he releases the ball he gets rewarded with high value chicken.
Note the change in my voice tone when I’m delivering a command and how it changes when I am giving praise. Also watch how I give a ‘Finish’ signal at the end to show him that training has ended.
Keeping yourself calm, and delivering simple commands that are easy for your dog to understand is the key to successful training!l
Loose Lead Workshop
Fantastic work from everyone last night at the first loose lead workshop in Penybont Hall.
All 10 dogs showed great improvements and their owners learnt the techniques needed to continue their training.
The next loose lead clinic is Tuesday 27th February. Get into touch to book in 🦮
Recall should be short, sharp and instant! Correct training creates correct responses. 🐕
To achieve a reliable recall, practice makes perfect! Recall your dog at different points during your walk and always reward with a high value treat. I find having a few different high value rewards (chicken, fish, cheese) adds variety and will keep your dog interested. Your dog will think it’s a great game and will recall like a pro in no time! 🐕
Recall training using a long line.
The lovely Nelly doing some loose lead training this afternoon. Super clever girlie! Watch the whole video for the before and after.
Buster showing how he has learnt to regulate his own pace to keep a loose lead walk. At just under 5 months old, this is pretty impressive.
To achieve this, the dog must first learn the pressure/release technique so when pressure is applied, they know to slow down rather than lean into the pressure, causing a pull.
Perfecting the art of loose lead walking.
Note that the clip of the lead is hanging in a downwards position with a ‘smile’ on the lead. This shows no pressure is being applied to force the dog to walk at heal.
First lead walk for Buster today.
From pulling to perfect!
A lovely loose lead session with Ruby.
Look at this for self-control!
