This course will cover the relevant theory and practical exercises that will teach you how to pattern train your dog to work vehicle searches efficiently and thoroughly.
Over six weeks, we will cover teaching the dog how to identify vehicles as important objects in the search area, how to handle straight lines and corners, multiple vehicle searches, strategy, advanced problem solving and hide placement, and blind searches.
LENGTH
6 weeks
INSTRUCTOR
Michael McManus
SHOULD YOU TAKE THIS COURSE?
This course is perfect for absolute beginners who have no experience or competitors looking for an edge.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS COURSE
- your dog
- flat or martingale collar
- back-clip harness (optional)
- 6'-8' leash
- 10-15' long line
- minimum of 1 vehicle
- if your dog is on primary: LOTS of small, non-crumbly treats that YOUR dog finds rewarding and/or a high-value toy your dog LOVES!
- if your dog is on odor: scented q-tips (Birch, Anise, Clove) inside odor vessels (tins, tubes, straws) and way to secure your hides (Museum Putty, Glue Dots, etc.)
COURSE OUTLINE
The Perfect Patterns: Vehicles course is designed to provide the same exact learning experience Michael has provided in his in-person group dog training classes, just in a virtual format. Same great quality with more flexibility and convenience!
Here is a quick breakdown of the types of topics that will be covered each week:
- Straight Lines
- Corners
- Chaining
- Multiple Vehicles
- Problem Solving
- Blind Searches
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
"Great course! Progressive lessons and detailed exercises. Thanks a lot!" Elio C.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
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