Tracking, OB and dumbells O My!

[Cassie]

Hey guys,

Was wondering if anyone had any articles, videos or books you'd recommend on the above subjects for a beginning team in IPO. Your own thoughts, tips and tricks would be much appretiated as well!

[sonterra]

Hi Cassie,

I have used mike ellis's method of retrieve training on several dogs and I like it. It is a good combo of positive and compulsion. The dvd is loooonnnnnggg for someone that knows the method, but is good for beginners to see common mistakes and how mike talks ppl thru stuff. It is broken down well step by step.

My dogs retained their speed thru out the process, however I do know ppl who introduced some prey movement into the dumbell to increase speed.

For sch tracking Joanne Flemming Plumb for sure. I have trained with her and she is phenomenal. The dvd's will take you thru the begining stages, but to problem solve you will probably need to get to a seminar.

Tamara Champagne used mike's methods for ob and her dogs are awesome! I also love Briget Carlson. She is an AKC top competitor and I love her methods for puppy development and training.

best of luck!

[Cassie]

Thank you Tamara! Can't wait to check them out