I have a new 9 week old Purebred English lab. I want to train him to shed hunt. Do you have any tips for me? When should I start training him? Thank you, Seth
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I have a new 9 week old Purebred English lab.I want to train him to shed hunt. Do you have any tips for me? When should I start training him?Thank you, Seth
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Antlers do have a distinct smell, so introduce the pup as soon as possible. I remember reading one article that said to get the scent of the antler onto one of the dogs toys and play fetch. Gradually introduce sheds by hiding them, etc. I know the scent goes away as antlers age, so use a fresh one if possible.
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Originally posted by JM View PostAntlers do have a distinct smell, so introduce the pup as soon as possible. I remember reading one article that said to get the scent of the antler onto one of the dogs toys and play fetch. Gradually introduce sheds by hiding them, etc. I know the scent goes away as antlers age, so use a fresh one if possible.
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I just saw an article on shed training. Try searching for the article in OL or F&S. It started by taking some real sheds, tying a string on them and pulling them around with the dog going after them. Then throwing them and finally hiding them in the woods and let him find them.
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Start working now on bonding your dog to you. This will cause him to want to please you. Play with him using some smooth antler pieces. Let him know how pleased you are with antlers. One way is to encourage him to pick them up and give them to you so that you can place them in a bag or pack; reward him well. I prefer to give affectionate pets rather than treats. Because in the future your will always have your hands but not always have treats. Between 3 & 6 months you need to remember he'll have a very short attention span. As he gets older his attention will get longer. Be patient, and don't clamp down with any real hard training until he is 6+ months.
Congratulations on your dog Seth, may both of you have many happy times together.
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Originally posted by charlie elk View PostStart working now on bonding your dog to you. This will cause him to want to please you. Play with him using some smooth antler pieces. Let him know how pleased you are with antlers. One way is to encourage him to pick them up and give them to you so that you can place them in a bag or pack; reward him well. I prefer to give affectionate pets rather than treats. Because in the future your will always have your hands but not always have treats. Between 3 & 6 months you need to remember he'll have a very short attention span. As he gets older his attention will get longer. Be patient, and don't clamp down with any real hard training until he is 6+ months.
Congratulations on your dog Seth, may both of you have many happy times together.
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Originally posted by charlie elk View PostStart working now on bonding your dog to you. This will cause him to want to please you. Play with him using some smooth antler pieces. Let him know how pleased you are with antlers. One way is to encourage him to pick them up and give them to you so that you can place them in a bag or pack; reward him well. I prefer to give affectionate pets rather than treats. Because in the future your will always have your hands but not always have treats. Between 3 & 6 months you need to remember he'll have a very short attention span. As he gets older his attention will get longer. Be patient, and don't clamp down with any real hard training until he is 6+ months.
Congratulations on your dog Seth, may both of you have many happy times together.
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Originally posted by jhjimbo View PostI just saw an article on shed training. Try searching for the article in OL or F&S. It started by taking some real sheds, tying a string on them and pulling them around with the dog going after them. Then throwing them and finally hiding them in the woods and let him find them.
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