Walking nicely on the lead ......... - Exclusively Setters2024-03-29T09:04:59Zhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/forum/topics/walking-nicely-on-the-lead?commentId=865021%3AComment%3A412551&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThe one I bought for Henry is…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-05:865021:Comment:4125512010-11-05T09:04:39.781ZHenry's Momhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/pamelalewisbooth
The one I bought for Henry is a size 4 and fits well. I didn't have a soft tape measure so I used a piece of ribbon and then measured that;-)) Used it again this morning and the pleasure of no pulling is beyond words ;-))))) Also, I attach my training lead to his normal collar and (if you have any horse riding experience) hold the end attached to the infin8 in left hand, dog on your left and the other end attached to normal collar in right hand. This way with a gentle 'half halt' it is such a…
The one I bought for Henry is a size 4 and fits well. I didn't have a soft tape measure so I used a piece of ribbon and then measured that;-)) Used it again this morning and the pleasure of no pulling is beyond words ;-))))) Also, I attach my training lead to his normal collar and (if you have any horse riding experience) hold the end attached to the infin8 in left hand, dog on your left and the other end attached to normal collar in right hand. This way with a gentle 'half halt' it is such a sweet sensation to have the control without any pressure on the pooch. Good luck! Thanks Fran : )tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-04:865021:Comment:4123312010-11-04T19:46:35.390ZCathy Smythehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/CathySmythe
Thanks Fran : )
Thanks Fran : ) Hi - what size infin8 did you…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-04:865021:Comment:4123262010-11-04T19:36:30.038ZCathy Smythehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/CathySmythe
Hi - what size infin8 did you buy? I want to get the boys one, but can't find my tape measure anywhere for getting the size right!
Hi - what size infin8 did you buy? I want to get the boys one, but can't find my tape measure anywhere for getting the size right! Great news! I have bought the…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-04:865021:Comment:4121882010-11-04T13:09:42.616ZDelia Brycehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/DeliaBryce
Great news! I have bought the dogmatic and am very pleased with it too ..... So far so good!
Great news! I have bought the dogmatic and am very pleased with it too ..... So far so good! Hi Delia, I read with interes…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-04:865021:Comment:4121842010-11-04T13:04:07.998ZHenry's Momhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/pamelalewisbooth
Hi Delia, I read with interest your letter about pulling on the lead. I too was apprehensive about tackling the icy pavements on the end of the lead when Henry decides to go!! As a rule I don't have big problems with him pulling, but as has been said danger is around the corner when weather conditions are bad. It is no problem for Henry to pull all 8st of me in any direction he wants to go if there is a rabbit to chase or a scent that has to be investigated. At 15 months old of course that is…
Hi Delia, I read with interest your letter about pulling on the lead. I too was apprehensive about tackling the icy pavements on the end of the lead when Henry decides to go!! As a rule I don't have big problems with him pulling, but as has been said danger is around the corner when weather conditions are bad. It is no problem for Henry to pull all 8st of me in any direction he wants to go if there is a rabbit to chase or a scent that has to be investigated. At 15 months old of course that is to be expected. In the interest of self preservation and his safety maybe more importantly, I have purchased an infin8 head collar. It arrived this morning and after about an hour of fitting procedure, we went on our first outing... It is a dream....... I can't believe the difference, I could have attached a piece of thread to it and arrived home safe and sound. The best £14-99 I have ever spent. One has to be gentle, use lots of reassuring words and favourite titbits but hey, this is the business!!! Dear Delia,
I use a Canny Co…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-11-02:865021:Comment:4109282010-11-02T20:59:37.113ZLindsey Joneshttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/LindseyJones
Dear Delia,<br />
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I use a Canny Collar <a href="http://www.cannyco.co.uk" target="_blank">www.cannyco.co.uk</a> when walking the dogs on the lead I use a size 3 for my setters and could hold them with my little finger! Brilliant!<br />
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Hope you find this useful Lindsey
Dear Delia,<br />
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I use a Canny Collar <a href="http://www.cannyco.co.uk" target="_blank">www.cannyco.co.uk</a> when walking the dogs on the lead I use a size 3 for my setters and could hold them with my little finger! Brilliant!<br />
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Hope you find this useful Lindsey I now train all my dogs to a…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-10-27:865021:Comment:4078782010-10-27T23:01:57.817ZSue Patersonhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/SuePaters0n
I now train all my dogs to a Halti from about 4 to 5 months as sometimes I need to road walk two together and as adults they can be way to strong for poor little old me! Steo walked well as a littl'un but I still trained him to a Halti for a few weeks...he's only 7 months now and walks very well to heel ( well with a tug now and then) but I now have the option of the Halti when I need it. Yes they do ride up sometimes, but with the usual training to treats incorporated, nothing too drastic for…
I now train all my dogs to a Halti from about 4 to 5 months as sometimes I need to road walk two together and as adults they can be way to strong for poor little old me! Steo walked well as a littl'un but I still trained him to a Halti for a few weeks...he's only 7 months now and walks very well to heel ( well with a tug now and then) but I now have the option of the Halti when I need it. Yes they do ride up sometimes, but with the usual training to treats incorporated, nothing too drastic for the majority of the time. I have also used a leather Dogmatic for Bridie, but she's now walked on the roads by my husband who relies on his strength in times of trouble! So a good aid to training I feel. And yes I've had comments over the years about 'muzzles' and am always happy to tell people all about the ins and outs of training aids. They can't wait to get away from me Ha Ha!!!! adding my peanuts on this...…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-10-27:865021:Comment:4078742010-10-27T22:54:36.497Zsilviahttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/silviamarco
adding my peanuts on this... have you tried to change directions all times? it is a tip we had at the puppy training school: everytime he pulls in one direction just suddenly change it, going back or left or whatever in circle.. he's supposed to be confused and follow the lead... well, of course is frustrating if he have to go somewhere on time, but when i spend time doing this I notice it works, eventually.. I look a bit strange to other people in the street, going back and forward on the…
adding my peanuts on this... have you tried to change directions all times? it is a tip we had at the puppy training school: everytime he pulls in one direction just suddenly change it, going back or left or whatever in circle.. he's supposed to be confused and follow the lead... well, of course is frustrating if he have to go somewhere on time, but when i spend time doing this I notice it works, eventually.. I look a bit strange to other people in the street, going back and forward on the pavement, but eventually Oberon understand that we *never* go in the direction he choose.. not sure it works on the long time, lets hope :) My boys are fine if they are…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-10-27:865021:Comment:4075862010-10-27T15:37:40.522ZCathy Smythehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/CathySmythe
My boys are fine if they are walked alone, but if you take them together (which obviously we do the majority of the time) then it's straight into super competitive mode and they pull like trains!!!<br />
I had the same problem as many with the Halti, in that it rode up and rubbed their eyes, so I think I will try your suggestion Fran of the Infin8 headcollar.
My boys are fine if they are walked alone, but if you take them together (which obviously we do the majority of the time) then it's straight into super competitive mode and they pull like trains!!!<br />
I had the same problem as many with the Halti, in that it rode up and rubbed their eyes, so I think I will try your suggestion Fran of the Infin8 headcollar. Hi
I have had a look at all…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2010-10-27:865021:Comment:4075792010-10-27T14:30:23.389ZDelia Brycehttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/DeliaBryce
Hi<br />
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I have had a look at all the various suggestions and I liked the look of the dogmatic one .... He sat very nice for the measuring but imagine when his new collar comes it might take a bit of getting used to!
Hi<br />
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I have had a look at all the various suggestions and I liked the look of the dogmatic one .... He sat very nice for the measuring but imagine when his new collar comes it might take a bit of getting used to!