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Recall - Force Fetch Series #2 | Mastering the 'Hold & Carry' for a Rock-Solid Retriever

Recall - Force Fetch Series #2 | Mastering the 'Hold & Carry' for a Rock-Solid Retriever

Gun Dog It Yourself

February 13, 20251h 1mbonus

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Show Notes

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers.

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Ever wonder what truly makes a dog a reliable retriever? This episode dives deep into the crucial, yet often misunderstood, stage of force breaking: the hold and carry. You'll discover why it's the foundation for a successful retriever and how to do it right. It might just change everything you thought you knew about dog training.


Highlights:

  • 00:00:00 Prerequisites for Force Breaking
  • 00:03:01 Variety of Objects for Hold and Carry
  • 00:06:13 Mindset Going into Hold and Carry
  • 00:08:16 Starting the Hold and Carry Process
  • 00:10:00 The Fetch Command
  • 00:12:15 Transitioning to Walking
  • 00:16:57 Hold vs. Fetch Command
  • 00:17:44 Moving to New Objects
  • 00:19:07 The Importance of Hold and Carry
  • 00:19:38 Ear Pinch Purgatory
  • 00:26:00 Using Birds in Training
  • 00:28:03 Frozen Birds
  • 00:31:49 The Importance of Consistency
  • 00:34:07 Earning the Right
  • 00:37:07 Dog Breed Differences
  • 00:42:00 Common Mistakes
  • 00:44:09 Is it Rewarding?
  • 00:45:57 Can the Average Handler do This?


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