Just curious, What is the origin of the hand over the head before sending a retriever?
Sorry if this has been discussed many a time, just looking for a simple response.
Thanks,
Krista Wendland
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Type: Posts; User: rainkist
Just curious, What is the origin of the hand over the head before sending a retriever?
Sorry if this has been discussed many a time, just looking for a simple response.
Thanks,
Krista Wendland
Thank-you Paul. Very well said and what it should be about no matter what method you choose.
The only thing is all people do not gauge being fair to the dog in the same way.
Krista
I would like to see this type of research as well. As a dog owner that has played other dog sports, what strikes me as different in the field game is the young age the dogs can compete at. In other...
I often see a dog just pulled from the truck, walked around a bit on lead to air and then brought to line tests. In humans we have been taught the importance of a good warm-up and stretch.
With...
I couldn't agree more with your post Nancy,very well said.
From a toller owner and breeder, plus friend of Ms. White;)
Krista Wendland
Rainkist Tollers Reg'd
very interested