Unlocking Success: The True Value of a Bombproof Basics Program
Hey there, In this month’s Vblog, I want to delve into the most crucial aspect of dog training, Basics: “beginning with the end in mind”....
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Aug 9, 20235 min
THE CHILL of the WHISTLE
Why do I call it “The Chill of the Whistle”? A firm blast from the whistle is the equivalent of a harsh “NO”
Pat
Oct 24, 20223 min
Dealing with setbacks
I want to share with you a very important concept that I believe is an essential part of your dog’s early development. When you are in...
Pat
Oct 7, 20212 min
The Yin & Yang of Retriever Training
Some early lessons may seem conflicting, but working the dog through them is a necessary challenge to overcome.
Pat
Aug 30, 20214 min
Recipes vs. Philosophies
Most of the training mistakes I regret are when I jumped to a conclusion - maybe even adding a correction. Let the situation develop!
Pat
Jul 29, 20215 min
The Most Important Thing? Bombproof Basics.
Creating resilience and mental toughness doesn’t happen by chance. It starts with baby steps early in basics and is developed over time.
Pat
Jun 27, 20214 min