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orhunter wrote:20/30 minutes may be too long. I’d do more shorter sessions.
ForTheBirds84 wrote:I have a Pudelpointer that is about 8 months old. I plan on starting Force Fetch training after the first of the year. I have an outline, I plan on following the green book steps and methods. Those of you who have done the FF process what stumbling blocks did you encounter and what advice would you have to give? I realize this process will take weeks to complete.(and will need to be maintained always) I plan to keep sessions to around 20-30 minutes per day about 5 days a week.
ForTheBirds84 wrote:I have a Pudelpointer that is about 8 months old. I plan on starting Force Fetch training after the first of the year. I have an outline, I plan on following the green book steps and methods. Those of you who have done the FF process what stumbling blocks did you encounter and what advice would you have to give? I realize this process will take weeks to complete.(and will need to be maintained always) I plan to keep sessions to around 20-30 minutes per day about 5 days a week.
Dakotazeb wrote:Why do you feel you need to FF? Does the dog have a natural retrieve?
GONEHUNTIN' wrote:Remember that you have a hunting dog, not a trial dog.
I think it's best with a V dog to modify the system somewhat and use treats in conjunction with the force.
If you train the dog to flawlessly come when called, sit, and hold the FF will go smoothly when you start it.
You will get into less trouble using less pressure than more.
Pinch the ear against the collar buckle to get a more even pressure.
The same as you, if a dog is in too much pain it can't perform the task it's given.
Smart Fetch DVD has been the bible for years and I think it's probably the best teaching aid out there.
I haven't seen the Perfection DVD but they are all based on the Carr system.
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