We received some excellent feedback on Roberts school. Yet again a mix of stockmen and weekend warriors. Both learning lots of new things. We had a nice mix of dogs from young pups to older dogs. Kelpies and Collies.
Robert homed in on the importance of foundation and getting young dogs out to do basic stock work with-out commands. The 2 main things being pups / dogs need to be careful and come when called. He explained how to soften a dog’s mind so that its ready to work with you. He showed how to have a dog present itself to you, so that it engages with you.
An important lesson that people commented on was supporting your dog particularly after correction. Let the dog know when it has done something that you want it to do.
Presentation – Softening the dogs mind and having them engaged with you to work
There was talk about everyday stock work and about hitting the trial ground. Those that came now understand not to stand around like a stiff prick. Help your dog when needed.
Those that came will understand the last comment. I can’t thank Robert enough for coming to me and asking if he could do a school here. His method of handling dogs is very different and unique to others I have seen. I always pick up something knew when we chat.
DCs Madra 