
About this episode
Jon and Jessica Hann from Perfection Kennel join me to discuss their program, clinics, and videos. They both truly value trying to educate the average dog trainer so they can train their own dogs themselves!
The beginning of Perfection Kennel
Training a "predator" as opposed to a "prey" animal
Just keeping it simple!
Step by step training
Common mistake: Not actually understanding dogs!
Bird introduction for a pup
Gun introduction for a pup
"Building of Tolerance" method for gun intro
Common errors when introducing the gun
Proper bird launcher setup and considerations
Wild birds are the BEST teachers!
Be FAIR!
Breaking "trash" and other aversive training
How to teach Whoa
Importance of timing
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Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%]
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DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%]
Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
Other Partners:
Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society
GDIY Links:
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