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Tips on dummy training
HI everyone,
Hope to get some advice on whether to do dummy training or not.
As we do not find any gun dog club around Perth, we have to rely on our ability as self-learners.
Anton & Gina are now 9 months old.
We are no hunters; Gina & Anton are our pets. As they are littermates, we train and walk them separately, (a tip from this forum by-the-way - thank you). And, of course training is part of our every-day life.
Both are obedient, very well behaved and good on and off the lead, while Gina is a tick more reliable than Anton (boy/girl thing, maybe?). Joggers, bicycles, other dogs, even the birds on the beach are no problem. Both are great outdoor companions and a pleasure to be with.
However, I am wondering if the usual training (sit – stay – heel – come – bring it – drop it and so on…) is enough. As Anton is my partner's dog, I can only speak for Gina. She does all the things, brings and drops balls and toys, but she looks at me as if to say – “Yes, I do it, but it’s boring.” But aren't they too young for the real challenges such as agility?
As we are no hunters, we would be happy about some tips how to give them some more stimulation that suits their age – what to do or whether to do such training at all? Does training awaken their hunting instincts, or does it rather channel them?
Are there books? I would be grateful for tips!
Ilona, Rockingham Western Australia
Hope to get some advice on whether to do dummy training or not.
As we do not find any gun dog club around Perth, we have to rely on our ability as self-learners.
Anton & Gina are now 9 months old.
We are no hunters; Gina & Anton are our pets. As they are littermates, we train and walk them separately, (a tip from this forum by-the-way - thank you). And, of course training is part of our every-day life.
Both are obedient, very well behaved and good on and off the lead, while Gina is a tick more reliable than Anton (boy/girl thing, maybe?). Joggers, bicycles, other dogs, even the birds on the beach are no problem. Both are great outdoor companions and a pleasure to be with.
However, I am wondering if the usual training (sit – stay – heel – come – bring it – drop it and so on…) is enough. As Anton is my partner's dog, I can only speak for Gina. She does all the things, brings and drops balls and toys, but she looks at me as if to say – “Yes, I do it, but it’s boring.” But aren't they too young for the real challenges such as agility?
As we are no hunters, we would be happy about some tips how to give them some more stimulation that suits their age – what to do or whether to do such training at all? Does training awaken their hunting instincts, or does it rather channel them?
Are there books? I would be grateful for tips!
Ilona, Rockingham Western Australia
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Permalink Reply by Melinda Auld on
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Hi Ilona
Not sure if you realise this but retrieving training is held on Saturday afternoons in Guildford by the Retrieving club. It starts at 3pm and costs $2 per dog. It's specifically for beginners and beginner handlers.
You can call Gary Papamakos on 9444 0937 or email moralana@iinet.net.au
Pretty sure the CAWA also still holds Monday night retrieving training at Gosnells. Maybe give them a call?
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