Thursday, March 24, 2011

Force Fetching to a Pile

Well I am finally back in the video mode again.  After a very successful Iditarod I have been able to return to get some footage.  I have continued to train Tuvuk throughout the race, but was not able to video much. In this video I am concentrating on teaching Tuvuk how to retrieve a bumper from a pile and return quickly.  I am using a Dogtra 3500 to apply the pressure needed to get a quick response.  Again this is only used to teach Tuvuk how to get the pressure to turn off.  If you keep this in mind you will not see any hesitation from the pressure.  I apply the pressure as soon as I give the command on this drill and then it is released when he returns to heel.  This drill will allow us to stretch Tuvuk out to 150-200 yard piles very soon.  This teaches the dog to run straight lines and also builds confidence that there is a bird out there if you send them.  Hope you enjoy the video.  If there are questions with areas that you would like me to refocus on for your training needs feel free to let me know.


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3 comments:

  1. scojoMarch 26, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Why is the leash dragging behind him in recent videos?

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  2. Scotty WatkinsMarch 26, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I have used this leash for all types of training scenarios. I still have it on him just in case I need to direct him if his concentration is lost. It just still provides me with the ability to be in control at all times. I will continue to use it for certain drills until I feel comfortable with how he is performing the drill. In this video you can see that I use it to just provided a quick response once he retrieves the bumper to return quickly.

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  3. DadApril 15, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Sorry it took so long to comment!!! Again Tuvuk showing how smart he is and his trainer is doing a pretty good job too!! Great response with very minimal pressure. To be a pup, it still amazes me his ability to focus with distractions all around him. Like the attention to detail; the way you made him get a better grip on the bumper. Most of us "lay people" would just be happy he brought it back!!! LOL

    Great Job!
    Love you,
    Dad

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