Episode #127 Take Your Dog to the Next Level! Pro Dog Trainer Chris Jobman Answers Duck Dog Questions

In this episode, Chris Jobman critiques Georgie's performance in the hunt test season and provides feedback on areas for improvement. He emphasizes the need for better control and obedience, as well as establishing a clear hierarchy between Elliott and Georgie. Chris suggests implementing stricter rules and boundaries in everyday interactions, such as making Georgie wait for commands before exiting doors or eating. He also recommends incorporating obedience sessions before hunts or tests to reinforce Chris as the alpha and maintain control. Elliott expresses his commitment to holding a higher standard and being more consistent in enforcing rules with Georgie. In this conversation, Chris Jobman and Elliott answer questions from listeners about dog training. They discuss topics such as the best time of day for duck hunting, tips for early development of a duck dog, teaching a dog to stay, the importance of socialization, the use of e-collar training and force fetch, the differences between well-bred golden retrievers and Labrador retrievers, the controversy surrounding silver labs, the potential of poodles as duck dogs, and how to build momentum and confidence in a dog's long blinds. They emphasize the importance of following a step-by-step training program and finding a good breeder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices