Alibear Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 I just wanted to have a little brag about how far Bear has come in training. I honestly thought for a while there that I had a bit of a "dud" dog, but then I realised it was actually me I have been following 90% of the programs given to me by K9Force. Yes only 90% as I was always to scared to let Bear off leash even though the programs I have boost the bond with Bear so much Steve said he would be reliable, I just couldn't do it. I (on Steve's advice) took Bear to the local park for some training. Now I should mention that every time Bear ever seen a gate open, he would bolt and have a good ol run down the street. With me running after him... I let him off leash (slightly panicing) and he trotted off, I called him back and he turned on the spot, came ALL the way back. I released him and away he went again, I let him get further and called him back, he recalled perfectly immediately and came running. I was thrilled, am thrilled - over the moon! The walk through the park seen us come accross other dogs, people playing football (he loves to chase them and people), every time he showed any interest I simply called him and back he came every single time... I went home and told OH to come outside and see ( I was like a kid on Christmas morning I was so excited!). I let Bear off leash again and he just happily hung around the yard. I can walk him up and down the street in total control... I have since been back to the park with even better results.... I tell you how happy I am and Bear is enjoying the freedom. Of course the things I have been practicing are going really well too, but the recall is amazing! It is what I have been working so hard towards and I am finally there! I do always take care that he is in no danger. Thanks Steve, your awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashley Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Thats Fantastic news Al.. You must be so proud, not only of Bear, but yourself as well. Well Done. Ash... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicko Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Excellent work Al and where have pictures been latly of our bear?? huh huh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonElite Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Well done congrats. Recall IMHO is by far the most important comand the dog has to learn and its a pleasure to say to your dog COME in any situation and know that the dog will come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibear Posted April 5, 2006 Author Share Posted April 5, 2006 You must be so proud, not only of Bear, but yourself as well. Thanks Ash, I really am proud! I feel like it is finally all coming together! and where have pictures been latly of our bear?? huh huh I was actually thinking that to myself when I was posting this.......its on my to do list! I'll try and get some of his "excellent" recall! Recall IMHO is by far the most important comand the dog has to learn and its a pleasure to say to your dog COME in any situation and know that the dog will come. Thanks Monika. I totally agree with you, which is why I have been working so hard to get to where I am now. I would of got here quicker if I had of had more trust in Bear. I was just to scared to let him go. Once I did, he has come along so well........ and fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alison1474 Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 HOORAY, HOORAY, HOORAY !!!!!!!!!! :clap: :rofl: :rofl: :cheer: Absolutely fantastic news. I'm so proud of both you and Bear and can't wait to catch up again soon. (and I agree.... photo time please ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonElite Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 I would of got here quicker if I had of had more trust in Bear. I was just to scared to let him go. Chicken You mean you didnt trust yourself and your training, not really Bear, correct? Its a great confidence boost to see yourself succeed. Keep on the good work, it all pays off at the end. Some instructors in my club got me to do a demo of my dog, this was to the begginers that joined about a month ago and were not progressing that well and somewhat loosing faith in themselves and their unrully dogs. So I was there to show them that training can be fun and can progress and everyone can achieve some level of control of their dog. I walked out with Rex in front of about 20 people with their srceeming unrully dogs and had to show them some stuff. Now you might remember Rex doesnt like other dogs... that was all off lead. So I did a sit/down/stand voice only followed by hand signals only, all at aprox 50m distance Than I did a drop on recall and few silly tricks that made them laugh, we finished with a bow and bark Maaaan that felt good!!!!! Keep on working Ali - more good moments will come your way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibear Posted April 5, 2006 Author Share Posted April 5, 2006 can't wait to catch up again soon. Agreed! Are you going to the Training in Drive Workshop? If so I will see you there.... If not what about the SAR workshop later this month? While I'm on the band wagon here Anyone in VIC wanting to get a recall and are having problems like I did, I'm sure I seen on K9's Website today he has released a recall workshop when down there in May - Highly recommended! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flames_Daddy Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Congratulations Alibear! I hope to have this kind of feeling with Flame one day. I need to knuckle down and do more training with her, especially with the E-collar. What training method or tool would you say has contributed most to Bear's reliability on the recall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibear Posted April 5, 2006 Author Share Posted April 5, 2006 Chicken You mean you didnt trust yourself and your training, not really Bear, correct? Its a great confidence boost to see yourself succeed. Keep on the good work, it all pays off at the end. Yep exactly what I meant! I didn't feel confident enough in myself, but once it worked the first time I was like Oh yeah - that did work - how good am I I walked out with Rex in front of about 20 people with their srceeming unrully dogs and had to show them some stuff. Now you might remember Rex doesnt like other dogs... that was all off lead.So I did a sit/down/stand voice only followed by hand signals only, all at aprox 50m distance Than I did a drop on recall and few silly tricks that made them laugh, we finished with a bow and bark Maaaan that felt good!!!!! I bet it did! Congratulations! Keep on working Ali - more good moments will come your way. Thank you... I hope so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lablover Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Good job!!!! Did you break into song?. When the light bulb comes on, to us, it feels better than chocolate!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibear Posted April 5, 2006 Author Share Posted April 5, 2006 (edited) What training method or tool would you say has contributed most to Bear's reliability on the recall? I would say it was a combination of the leadership / bonding programs that Steve set for me that just maked Bear love me so much Ok maybe not love me but respect me? Steve read the situation and told me it would be fine and that bear would benefit from it - and yet again he was right! Good job!!!! Did you break into song?. When the light bulb comes on, to us, it feels better than chocolate!!!! Thank you and yes I was over the moon. I just wish I found the light switch a long time ago! Oh well, we are all learning aren't we I just knew few months ago, after a lesson Steve did (apparently a rare these days) demo of one of his dogs, Kandy... he walked her down to the training field, left her there and walked back to me, she just stayed, all the while focussed on him. We chatted for a while then he called her and she lept up and bolted to him full of excitement. My mother was there and the 2 of us just stood there totally amazed and I knew then and there that I wanted that for Bear! My mother was like "are you the dog whisperer?" I'm not quite there yet , but there is still time! Edited April 5, 2006 by Alibear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve K9Pro Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 K9: Hey Alibear great job, the last time I saw Bear he was going very well in training & it was obvious the amount of time & effort you had put into him through my programs. I do hear how those at the DOL days out say he is so well behaved, there is your pay off for the behavioural training! I am really glad you have gained the freedom of offleash work & I bet Bear is too... It gives me such pleasure to hear success stories like this one... Im sure you will only get happiness from him, he is a great dog... Plenty of personality & drive.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriment Posted April 5, 2006 Share Posted April 5, 2006 Absolutely brilliant news Al I know how hard you work with Bear, and all the time & effort you put into your training. I'm so happy that it's all falling into place for you both and you're getting the results Keep up the good work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alibear Posted April 6, 2006 Author Share Posted April 6, 2006 I am really glad you have gained the freedom of offleash work & I bet Bear is too... Yes am I and I know Bear is too. Thank you again! I used to take Bear out and it would be such a hassle just to get him in the car I guess he wasn't enjoying his time out of the yard being pulled around on leash all day. Now I open the gate and he runs to the car door nudging his way in. Its like he is saying "please take me somewhere I can run around again - I love this off leash stuff!" Absolutely brilliant news Al I know how hard you work with Bear, and all the time & effort you put into your training. I'm so happy that it's all falling into place for you both and you're getting the results Keep up the good work Thanks Lubby....it is hard work, but well worth the effort! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindy's mum Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 congratulations alibear, i too know what it's like when the light comes on(and that's just walking down the street on a loose lead)i hope with perseverance i can get to your level one day,baby steps for us though at the moment,just having cindy's attention at the moment is fantastic. cheers tina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springergirl Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 Yah Al!!! I aint guna say ya Bear...cos I knew all along that he would be fine. It was the convincing "YOU" that was the hard bit :banghead: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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