An Irish Setter running freely? - Exclusively Setters2024-03-29T12:17:30Zhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/forum/topics/an-irish-setter-running-freely?commentId=865021%3AComment%3A936027&feed=yes&xn_auth=noStill bring him for socialisi…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9369812012-05-15T13:34:03.600ZCarmel Murphyhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/Clannrua
<p>Still bring him for socialising but perhaps with a long training lead? Perhaps also look for a group of doggie friends who could get together in a smaller well fenced play area or garden? So he can still run, play and socialise but with more control;o)</p>
<p>Still bring him for socialising but perhaps with a long training lead? Perhaps also look for a group of doggie friends who could get together in a smaller well fenced play area or garden? So he can still run, play and socialise but with more control;o)</p> I usually break it up ...10 m…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9368462012-05-15T13:22:35.967ZLesley Gilkshttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/LesleyGilks
<p>I usually break it up ...10 mins lead walking, then we have a game of fetch and then he has 10 mins off lead so he can play with other dogs. I never just let Risgby off for long periods as it's asking for trouble. I also use a training lead which is 10m long rather than a retractable lead. There's no tension with a loose lead so there's nothing for him to pull against, it gives him a sense of freedom but is still under my control.</p>
<p>I have been lucky in that his recall has always been…</p>
<p>I usually break it up ...10 mins lead walking, then we have a game of fetch and then he has 10 mins off lead so he can play with other dogs. I never just let Risgby off for long periods as it's asking for trouble. I also use a training lead which is 10m long rather than a retractable lead. There's no tension with a loose lead so there's nothing for him to pull against, it gives him a sense of freedom but is still under my control.</p>
<p>I have been lucky in that his recall has always been reliable, even from a young age, so I'm more happy about letting him off to run free. I'm still very much aware of what is around me...Rigsby went through a phase of chasing fast moving objects (joggers, cyclists, kids with kites), so I'm still aware at all times of what is around me. I find it also useful to pair up with someone who has a well trained dog that has a good recall as it rubs off on the younger dog. </p>
<p>I have to also say that from day one I've taken him to a very good training club and their advice has been invaluable. It does make a big difference if you put in the hours from day one.</p> I agree about the whistle bec…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9367552012-05-15T10:59:29.365ZSuzanne Davieshttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/SuzanneDavies
<p>I agree about the whistle because both Irish and English will return to the whistle but not always to their name. Their breeder Nigel Naylor told me about this when we got our first English and I have always used it. My 2 year old Golden Retriever is struggling to return to anything but does "hear" the whistle before he decides if he is coming back now or later!! I had got fed up with him not coming back and kept him on the extension lead for a week and he is now much better. </p>
<p>I agree about the whistle because both Irish and English will return to the whistle but not always to their name. Their breeder Nigel Naylor told me about this when we got our first English and I have always used it. My 2 year old Golden Retriever is struggling to return to anything but does "hear" the whistle before he decides if he is coming back now or later!! I had got fed up with him not coming back and kept him on the extension lead for a week and he is now much better. </p> Kerry also is very birdy. Tha…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9369032012-05-15T07:09:51.795ZRhonda Fisherhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/RhondaFisher
<p>Kerry also is very birdy. That did not help during obedience classes as well. Swallows in the distant horizon were more interesting than nibbles, pats or anything we could come up with.</p>
<p>Kerry also is very birdy. That did not help during obedience classes as well. Swallows in the distant horizon were more interesting than nibbles, pats or anything we could come up with.</p> Hi Carmel, I've broken up the…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9367332012-05-15T04:20:12.980Zlouisehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/marieszychowski
<p>Hi Carmel, I've broken up the training a lot more and found he's much more interested in his toys - with not letting off lead in public until good recall ie a dog park, would it be better not to go until he does have a good recall?</p>
<p> What I'm worried about is he won't be able to stretch his legs and the socialisation - thankyou</p>
<p>Hi Carmel, I've broken up the training a lot more and found he's much more interested in his toys - with not letting off lead in public until good recall ie a dog park, would it be better not to go until he does have a good recall?</p>
<p> What I'm worried about is he won't be able to stretch his legs and the socialisation - thankyou</p> Hi Finn, I've never used a wh…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-15:865021:Comment:9368122012-05-15T03:38:06.580Zlouisehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/marieszychowski
<p>Hi Finn, I've never used a whistle - is it he gets a reward when he comes?</p>
<p>How was it done in a week?</p>
<p>I know, every setter is different and may take longer to catch on.</p>
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<p>Hi Finn, I've never used a whistle - is it he gets a reward when he comes?</p>
<p>How was it done in a week?</p>
<p>I know, every setter is different and may take longer to catch on.</p>
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<p> </p> Louise! I always do my recall…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-13:865021:Comment:9361652012-05-13T20:37:45.140ZCarmel Murphyhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/Clannrua
<p>Louise! I always do my recall training at home, either in the house or garden, before my setters get any freedom off lead! I do start them off as tiny pups and reward at first with cheese or chicken(little pieces) and as they improve, then with a toy or praise(depends on personality)</p>
<p>Short training sessions work best(2 or 3 mins at first) and always finish on a good note;o)</p>
<p>Whistle training works too and use same method of training in a secure place!</p>
<p>I never let my…</p>
<p>Louise! I always do my recall training at home, either in the house or garden, before my setters get any freedom off lead! I do start them off as tiny pups and reward at first with cheese or chicken(little pieces) and as they improve, then with a toy or praise(depends on personality)</p>
<p>Short training sessions work best(2 or 3 mins at first) and always finish on a good note;o)</p>
<p>Whistle training works too and use same method of training in a secure place!</p>
<p>I never let my setters off lead in public until their recall is good! So far all of mine have good recall (Abbey best of all!!)</p>
<p>Best of luck;o)</p> I love the thought of you dan…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-13:865021:Comment:9360272012-05-13T20:05:54.652ZGeraldine Gaulhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/GeraldineGaul
I love the thought of you dancing like a drunk uncle I must try that one. JD has always been very good at recall but the last few days he has decided he will only come back when he wants to. When Fergus comes back to the whistle do you treat or make a fuss of him?
I love the thought of you dancing like a drunk uncle I must try that one. JD has always been very good at recall but the last few days he has decided he will only come back when he wants to. When Fergus comes back to the whistle do you treat or make a fuss of him? He is special in many ways.tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-13:865021:Comment:9358762012-05-13T12:09:57.682ZRhonda Fisherhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/RhondaFisher
<p>He is special in many ways.</p>
<p>He is special in many ways.</p> Hi Sue,
Yes it was a challeng…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2012-05-13:865021:Comment:9358652012-05-13T11:19:53.986Zlouisehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/marieszychowski
<p>Hi Sue,</p>
<p>Yes it was a challenge - it became a game with me chasing him around the park then when caught he calms down almost straight away and I released him and he gets straight back into it. I thought this isn't working so I stopped, I'll be doing this again.</p>
<p>I was disheartened when we went to training but I see it's the way to go, it's good to know I'm not the only one, setters aren't popular here - most people ask me what breed he is.</p>
<p>At the dog park there are mainly…</p>
<p>Hi Sue,</p>
<p>Yes it was a challenge - it became a game with me chasing him around the park then when caught he calms down almost straight away and I released him and he gets straight back into it. I thought this isn't working so I stopped, I'll be doing this again.</p>
<p>I was disheartened when we went to training but I see it's the way to go, it's good to know I'm not the only one, setters aren't popular here - most people ask me what breed he is.</p>
<p>At the dog park there are mainly malamutes/huskies and at training there are mainly german shepherds, border collies, cattle dogs, staffies and labs, he's the only setter in either place. </p>