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by judron55 on 13 February 2008 - 15:02
put a tug on a long leash to increase distance from the helper. This has nothing to do with socialization. It is a helper going far beyond the dogs comfort zone at this point in time. Play, prey, play! Nonconfrontational.... would be better if helper could do it on his own without handler involvement other than praising dog...and carrying!
by senta on 13 February 2008 - 18:02
by KYLE on 13 February 2008 - 20:02
I hope your young dog bounces back. You have been given some good info to work with. Young dogs should only be worked in prey until they have gained mental confidence to handle the stress. This is why the dog must be a min of 18 months to obtain a sch 1. Too many young dogs ruined by rush training. As suggested before put a leash on a tug or piece of jute to bring the helper out of the picture. The flirt pole/horse whip with a tug attached to it is great for making prey movement and taking the helper out of the picture.
The only way to find a good club is to do some road tripping to different clubs. See how the helpers work young dogs. Any helper that pressures young dogs as a means of starting grip work has a poor foundation for the work.
Kyle
by Haus Simpkins on 13 February 2008 - 20:02
Carefull with doing to much with a flirt pole then sometimes i have seen dogs not want to work at all with helpers only with you. they include you as part of the game instaed of part of there team. everything in moderation
steve simpkins
516-315-2500
by Arko on 15 February 2008 - 20:02
Thank you all for the input.
Now, I have to read the thread "Proper starting age for protection work." Looks interesting. I bet that something is going to be there.
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