This is one of our most popular training sessions...
The recall training session takes place in our two-acre secure paddock. By training in a natural environment, we expose the dogs to real-life distractions, helping them learn to stay in sync with their handlers. In the early stages, this may be the first time a puppy has been let off the lead away from home. At the advanced level, the goal is for the entire group to be off-lead while remaining under complete control of their owners.
The recall sessions are typically attended 3 to 4 times or as often as each dog needs to reach the advanced level.
What happens in a session...
What Happens in a Session:
The training begins in the car park and progresses to the paddock once we have established good behaviour when getting out of the car.
A Typical Session:
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Registration and introductions with tea/coffee
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Discussing expectations and concerns
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Setting individual training goals
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Car manners
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Lead work assessment
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Lead work training and practice
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Short recall training and practice
To ensure safety, most dogs will begin the off-lead portion of training on a long line, trailing one at a time. This allows us to set them up for success by ensuring they are ready before coming off the lead.
Reflection and Evaluation:
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Reviewing progress from the session
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Evaluating goals and next steps
By the end of the session, you and your dog will have gained valuable experience and confidence in recall training within a controlled but natural environment.
Who would be best for this course...
This recall training is ideal for dog owners who want to improve their dog's recall skills while training alongside like-minded owners in a safe and supportive environment. Please note that this course is not suitable for dogs in the early stages of reactivity training.