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Including the start where the young dog looks forward to pushing it's head into the lead.
We are using the 'slip collar' and lead, this will help when so that the dog doesn't get confused or learn that when the lead comes off it is a sign to Go!
It also helps at this early stage to put in the triggers when retrieving,without 'faffing' about with the lead off the head.
Heelwork is a work in progress,and will remain so for many weeks yet!..but they no longer pull,nor sniff whilst walking on lead at your side.
Memory retrieves are done on flat easy to to find places ,and with a full size dummy with no toggles.
The slip collar' allows you the opportunity to install the triggers and ques which the dog is unconsciously learning for a blind!
Even although she is returning at 'full pelt' ,the re-call whistle is still used ....this avoids any other possible distraction on the way back,and further ingraining the recall.
A delivery to hand is all that is asked or expected at this early stage!..the Sit present',will come later for these two.
Marked retrieves are always done into cover!!! never on flat ground where the dog finds by sight!..(that was done when they were eight weeks old)...and after all?.It's why we have a gundog.
The stop whistle gets attention ! and is always followed with a command ,for a retrieve that can easily be had!..whether that be 'back', left or right.
And of course! If it is a fun game?> then the dog is only too happy to bring it to you,...So you can both do it all again!
..........pictures much appreciated all the same.
