The Correct Use of Electronic Collars in Field Training

A two day workshop with Anne Everett

Welcome to a 2 day workshop focused on the use of electronic collars in field work. During the workshop you will learn how to effectively and humanely use an electronic collar as part of your training program. The first day will begin with a session on how to fit the e-collar and discovering what level of stimulation is appropriate for your dog. We will then discuss the theory behind the use of e-collars, as well as their mis-use. The balance of the workshop will be devoted to demonstrating the use of the e-collar in obedience and field training.

A number of obedience and field exercises will be covered over the two days. You will have the opportunity to participate in each session, based on the level of understanding your dog has of the obedience or field skill that is the focus of that particular session. For example, your dog must understand the heel command before that command is reinforced with the e-collar.

This workshop is registrant driven, so please do not hesitate to ask for clarification, or for a particular session to be repeated if you are unsure about methodology.

We hope you have a great weekend and remember!

• Your dog is only as precise as you are
• The collar is NOT a teaching tool, the teaching must be done before the dog is collar conditioned
• If in doubt, leave the collar in your pocket and re-teach the exercise
• The collar should only be used for lack of effort. A good rule to follow is to only use the collar for "no go", "no stop" and "no come".

Participant dogs must have a reliable retrieve to hand and good obedience skills. Fetch and hold commands will not be covered in this workshop.

This is a working clinic! Bring your dog, a lunch, a chair, a walkie-talkie, an umbrella (and shade for your dog) and raingear if needed.