Well it’s been a week. Knox has kept a great attitude all week even when things haven’t gone smoothly- today was the most discouraged he’s been. Gunny is still struggling on the recall with Knox. She can do it but for whatever reason she doesn’t want to. We set up a makeshift tunnel in the shop to practice the recall in this week. That helped. This video of the exam is the best she’s done all week. Not sure if it’s enough to pass but I think so?
On another note her sits have improved a lot and are needing much less corrections. Proud of Knox as he battles through these rough days with Gunny.
Let us know what you think
ReplyDeleteAllysa,
ReplyDeleteIt is normal for a green handler with a green dog, both learning together at the same time, to have exercises they get stuck on. It is normal. Much of Gunny's hesitation will be dealt with during the Retrieve Course. Breathe, please, this is part of the learning process.
That’s good to hear. Thanks for always encouraging us
DeletePass!!!! Great job Knox yoohoo
ReplyDelete🎉🎉🎉 I could cry right now. Yay!!
DeleteThank you! Really appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteKnox that was amazing. I am so impressed with your handling of Gunny. You gave her great praise and encouragement. It is going to be so much fun to see you two work through the retrieve class. Good job and congratulations on passing.
ReplyDeleteI saw a few nice, tight sits in there! And great use of the the tunnel to help Gunny succeed! You did such a GREAT job, Knox! Wowza!
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