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same deal going on here in MS last week

2.92 in Byram, MS

Thanks for all the input guys. I take full blame for this one. I started out too hot for this particular dog. When I say FF went well, I mean that she responded as expected with pressure and learned...

Thanks for the help Rainmaker. I was thinking take a day or 2 off but I think your right on taking longer from CC and doing other things. Will try and see how it goes.

Sportdog collar level 5 out of 8. This is the 3rd dog I have collar conditioned and did not run into these avoidance problems with the other 2 so I feel I am walking a fine line here. Just wondering...

4th day into CC on my 10 month old BLF. First day started conditioning to sit on level 5 which could by where I screwed up although it did go pretty expected as with any dog on the first day. Second...

I see your point GG. That is exactly the reason I worry about going back to OB.

Thanks. I was weary about backtracking all the way to OB at first but i also realize it is the foundation for everything and there would be no reason on working on other things if OB isnt solid....

If you had the chance to kind of back up and work on some things, where would you start? I have a 2.5 yr. old BLM. He has been through everything in the yard and was running cold blinds and simple...

thanks for the help guys. I would say I have my BB throw angle backs a majority of time. Im going to mix in more flat throws.

Is there a general rule of thumb on how/in what direction the BB throws a mark? For example is the BB supposed to always try to angle the throw back from or perpendicular to the handler/dog. Am I...

Actually had a better day today. Guess the lightbulb finally came on in her head or I wasnt reading her correctly in the first place and trying to progress to fast (only my second dog to FF). I just...

As in pressure, you mean ear pinch (FF), Troy?

I did attempt to heel the pup for short distance but you can see the drop coming and correct it but it continues. I quit moving for this reason and backed up to just sitting and hold to try to firm...

Been working on hold for 4 days now with my 8mnth old pup. She is very receptive to the bumper. Doesnt put up a struggle or anything like that. She just cradles the bumper. I started trying to firm...

Thanks for the input guys. John and Howard, I'm working with 3 litter mates that are almost 8 months olds and are nearing the end of OB. Actually started "hold" with one 2 days ago. Just wandering...

If you only get the chance to train once a day, what would be the best way to get adequate yard and field work. In my case I work an 8 hr job and train after work which only allows me to do one or...

I totally agree with you Packleader and Evan. Train according to the dog.

Just curious how many of yall allow your dog to perform in field work/marks while going through force fetching. I have heard opinions from people who do and dont. Interested in hearing pros and cons.

The age he is at does make it tough because Im leary of just throwing a bark collar on him due to not being collar conditioned. At times it does seem like correction makes it worse. Hope he grows out...

Joe Mac Hudspeth Jr. has some good prints. I've got 2 hanging in my house. Can google him to see his prints.

Thats whats making it tough because it seems correction is making it worse at times. I do know it definately aint fixing it.

Just wondering if anybody had any tips on how to help me with a vocal problem a 7 month old pup I'm working with has. His barking/whining is constant when he is staked out or crated while I'm working...