[nagdu] Command Warm-ups

[Katie Crocker via nagdu]

Kristen,

I do obedience all the time.  The two most useful places IMO for practice are are during play and meal time.  This is a time they tend to be excited, and it help reinforce that these things are fine when you approve.    Plus, they get the reward in the mix.  

You can also practice recall on a longer leash, like a Flexi Lead.  Can be great for outdoor and recall.

Katie 

-- Katie Crocker --

> On May 26, 2014, at 1:19 PM, Kristen via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi everyone--
> 
> How often do you do obedience with your guide, practicing and reviewing commands? Also, how long do you spend on it, and what particular commands do you go over?
> 
> When I was in training with Corvette last summer, they had us reviewing commands every morning. I've done it sporadically over the school year, as I thought he was doing well and had his commands down. Now, I began taking him outside every morning for the last few days to warm up. I feel there are some commands he could be more familiar with (maybe he's forgotten them or just being lazy), and this has seemed to let him know that I am in control and not to tug in whatever direction he chooses. (For example, if I am walking outside and he sees cars, he will immediately tug that way, wanting to get in one as fast as he can to leave. Another thing with Corvette is trying to get him out from under things, such as desks, restaurant tables, and out of the car. He's become a little stubborn, wanting to stay put when I'm ready to leave.)
> 
> If he has forgotten or slacked on a command, any recommendations on how to reteach or develop new ones?
> 
> Thanks for any suggestions/input! The school I attended, KSDS, has lots of documentation; however, none of which is in Braille or an accessible format. I would like to have this, as he is my first guide, and we're still getting used to everything. I'm going to a retreat there this July to hopefully help us fine tune a few skills.
> --
> Kristen
> 
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