IMG 6856 If you live with a Border Collie or any herding breed you’ll know just how powerful their focus can be. That intense stare, the lowered body, the creeping stalk… it’s part of what makes them so brilliant at their job. But it can also tip into fixation, and...
recall training
Is Your Dog Doing It for the Treat? Of Course! And That’s Okay!
Summer border collie workshops Many dog owners worry that their dogs are just "doing it for the treat" rather than truly learning a behaviour. But let’s unpack this fear—because, in reality, this concern is based on a misunderstanding of how learning works. How Do...
When the recall fails…
I want to be real and tell you exactly the reality of things as there is no point me telling you he is amazing and I'm doing great as that won't help you! I have been feeling more confident lately that he has finally got used to the routine, he sticks around more and...
Episode 15: How to train a perfect recall?
How does a good recall looks like? I tell you what is looks life for me and how I train it!Recall is not an easy before, it's not just about rewarding the dog when they come back! It's a complex chain of behaviour where prey drive, impulse control and motivation play...