Tassie Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 One of the training dvds I have - I think it's a Deborah Jones one, but could be wrong - actually has handlers teach the dog to jump off the DW plank (low at first) - her theory is that if the dog knows that it's OK to jump off, they're more likely to jump off safely if they start losing their footing or something, rather than panicking a bit and havcing an uncontrolled (and possibly more scary/damaging fall. I haven't actually done it - but it's an interesting idea. Don't know what other people think. (Obviously, the dog is more heavily rewarded for travelling all the way over the plank and performing the whole obstacle.) To me it's a bit like the great idea of having kids learning to swim, get into the pool fully clothed (in their best clothes if possible) so they know that they can deal with that situation if it ever arose. (Obviously not something you'd do in the rehab phase of getting over the DW fear.) What's Jedi's highest vale reward, TN? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agility Dogs Posted July 5, 2011 Author Share Posted July 5, 2011 One of the training dvds I have - I think it's a Deborah Jones one, but could be wrong - actually has handlers teach the dog to jump off the DW plank (low at first) - her theory is that if the dog knows that it's OK to jump off, they're more likely to jump off safely if they start losing their footing or something, rather than panicking a bit and havcing an uncontrolled (and possibly more scary/damaging fall. I haven't actually done it - but it's an interesting idea. Don't know what other people think. (Obviously, the dog is more heavily rewarded for travelling all the way over the plank and performing the whole obstacle.) To me it's a bit like the great idea of having kids learning to swim, get into the pool fully clothed (in their best clothes if possible) so they know that they can deal with that situation if it ever arose. (Obviously not something you'd do in the rehab phase of getting over the DW fear.) What's Jedi's highest vale reward, TN? I like the idea for dogs that are a bit wary. We were talking about it the other day. One question - in the book does the dog walk plank look like a dog walk plank or is it 'just' a plank between two tables? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 One of the training dvds I have - I think it's a Deborah Jones one, but could be wrong - actually has handlers teach the dog to jump off the DW plank (low at first) - her theory is that if the dog knows that it's OK to jump off, they're more likely to jump off safely if they start losing their footing or something, rather than panicking a bit and havcing an uncontrolled (and possibly more scary/damaging fall. I haven't actually done it - but it's an interesting idea. Don't know what other people think. (Obviously, the dog is more heavily rewarded for travelling all the way over the plank and performing the whole obstacle.) To me it's a bit like the great idea of having kids learning to swim, get into the pool fully clothed (in their best clothes if possible) so they know that they can deal with that situation if it ever arose. (Obviously not something you'd do in the rehab phase of getting over the DW fear.) What's Jedi's highest vale reward, TN? Yes, Vickie does this and did a bit with Kaos when he was having issues with the dogwalk at the start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 (edited) Oh thanks guys - nice to know that it's not juat an idea - it did make good sense to me. AD, I would have to check the dvd again - a while since I watched it - I think initially it was a plank between 2 supports - and low - but height gradually raised, and I think in the end it was off the DW itself - though maybe at a lower height. ETA apologies for taking the Brags thread OT - but it just occurred to me in the context of TN's dw issue. Edited July 5, 2011 by Tassie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerraNik Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Yeah Vickie suggested that. Yes I have a plank at home which he is completely fine with. He will still do his contacts as well (including on the downramp of a DW if he's only got a step or two to go). Sorry I really have hijacked the thread!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 (edited) Doh, wrong thread! ETA: PS no brags for me Edited July 5, 2011 by amypie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smisch Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Well I am super proud of this round The Velcro dog who was sending like a pro not wrapping and turning as tight as he can but still Yay Den.. We also managed our first ever JDO Q and 4th :D go my Boof!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyStar Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 That looked really lovely, smisch!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tay. Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Jess got her first Q in excellent jumping today with 2nd place! She also debuted in excellent agility; NQ - two knocked bars but not a bad run. In the afternoon she didn't like the course so she made up her own :rolleyes: but her 2o2o contacts were pretty :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerraNik Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Woohoo! Go DSO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murve Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I know I put a brag in the TT thread but any way here is mine Orlando got his 1st pass in CCD this alvo with a total score of 91 points :happydance: there was a run off with another trialer, we beat her by 2points in the heelwork run off :D got 3rd place overall in the class Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murve Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Oh congrates to everybody else who got passes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xena98 Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Congratulations DSO in your JDX 2nd place even though it was absolutely freezing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyStar Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Congrats DSO and murve! Great results Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Congrats peeps. I'm double dipping too but I'm really proud of my lil big man Rory today. Subject to Dogs Tas approval, he will be known as Ch Winpara Soul Dreamer ET :D . So the first of what I hope will be a number of letters after his name . We were soooo lucky with the weather today - unlike the south and middle of the state, Longford was bathed in sunshine, and although the wind was COLD, it was steady, rather than gusty - so it was a lovely ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ptolomy Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Hats off to you and Rory, Tassie - thats a great effort and like you said, the first of many letters after his name No more bike riding for a while now ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Thanks Ptolomy - well at least no more having to ride - but really, with the new bike I got this year, it's actually quite a nice thing to do with them - once we get a bit more daylight Now it's concentrating on obedience and tracking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eliteview Aussies Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 So it might not be my dog but I'm excited to say that I gained a UD pass this afternoon with my Mum's GR Shelby. Only a low one with a 173 however since it was pouring with rain when I went in I was more then happy with her especially since it's my last trial with her today. Unfortantly my parents get back from overseas on Thurs morning so I have to give the dog back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ptolomy Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 So it might not be my dog but I'm excited to say that I gained a UD pass this afternoon with my Mum's GR Shelby. Only a low one with a 173 however since it was pouring with rain when I went in I was more then happy with her especially since it's my last trial with her today. Unfortantly my parents get back from overseas on Thurs morning so I have to give the dog back! A pass is a pass and ANY UD Pass is extra special A terrific effort and I know your mum will be a happy camper ;) Well done to you PS - I hear you are going to buy her any toy she wants - so whats it going to be?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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