ness Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Does anybody else have a problem with limiting the number of repetitions/length of time of a training session and end up getting carried away with training. I have just been reviewing my 3 sessions so far of 2x2 weaving video and find my session lengths are of around 6-10 minutes. I was shocked to find the sessions were so long and just wondered if anybody else has the same problem. I am still finishing the session while the dog wants more so its not a matter of the dog quitting but I wonder if others have this problem and any advice. She is only a youngster but will work indefinitely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Yes, I used to have this problem with Ziggy (because I was super enthusiastic) but now make it my first priority to keep lessons short, sharp and exciting. He will not work indefinitely (unlike my ACD) so this is a critical part of his training/learning. Since I've become more aware, his enthusiasm and focus has really improved. I think I need a few more dogs to use up all my motivation to train Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ness Posted April 8, 2009 Author Share Posted April 8, 2009 SD yeah I think maybe I need another one who wants to train. Although I could use a bit of motivation to train either at the moment mind you. Kind of once I start I figure I better do all I feel like because I don't know when next I might feel like training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogdude Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 I think a slightly longer training session is fine for a dog that knows how to learn, and has drive........ as long as you throw in a drive building exercise. If I could see drive dropping off in any way, I would end it sooner next time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-j Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I am still finishing the session while the dog wants more so its not a matter of the dog quitting but I wonder if others have this problem and any advice. She is only a youngster but will work indefinitely. Problem I wish As long as you are finishing with the dog wanting more I don't see a problem. cheers M-J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ness Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 its always been that way though ever since she was a baby. I just worry about burning her out but I don't think thats likely. We did a mixed training session just before and she is outside whinging cos I finished it and she still wasn't ready to finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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