A place to learn a new language, the Koehler Method of Dog Training, which is an entire language of communication between owner(s) and their dog. Let the journey begin.
Here is the Week 1 EXAM examples. The point of this first EXAM is to determine if the learning dog, when faced with a distraction, will CHOOSE of their own volition to turn AWAY from the distraction and instead remain close to their handler. To pass this EXAM, there can be no pressure on the collar at all when the handler turns away, the dog is given the choice to choose.
Suzanne,
ReplyDeleteHere is the Week 1 EXAM examples. The point of this first EXAM is to determine if the learning dog, when faced with a distraction, will CHOOSE of their own volition to turn AWAY from the distraction and instead remain close to their handler. To pass this EXAM, there can be no pressure on the collar at all when the handler turns away, the dog is given the choice to choose.
Does this make sense?
Roxanne