Author: James B. Spencer
Format: Softcover, 189 pages, B&W Photos and Diagrams
Dimensions: (in inches): 9.50 x 6.50
Retriever Training Drills for Marking is the most comprehensive collection of drills ever compiled into book form - techniques that formerly have been spread primarily by word of mouth. Throughout, Spencer keeps in mind the limitations under which most armatures train. Each drill in this
dog training book is diagramed, with careful explanation of purpose, prerequisites, necessary equipment, and pitfalls to avoid. The exercises herein are limited to field work and oriented to amateurs training their own dogs for hunting or hunt tests. Only you can turn them into drills by running your dog through them repetitively.
About the Author :James B. Spencer has an illustrious association with sporting dogs and professional writing. An award-winning writer, he is on the staff of
Gun Dog Magazine, and is the author of Hup! , Retriever Training Drills for Marking, and Retriever Training Tests.
Table of Contents:Chapter 1 – Why Drill?
Chapter 2 – Single Mark Concepts & Preliminary Drills
Chapter 3 – Drills for Mouth Problems
Chapter 4 – Single Mark Lengthening Drills
Chapter 5 – Single Mark Marking Drills
Chapter 6 – Single Mark Straight Line Drills
Chapter 7 – Double Mark Concepts & Preliminary Drills
Chapter 8 – Double Mark Memory Drills
Chapter 9 – Double Mark Switch-Proofing Drills
Chapter 10 – Double Mark Head-Swinging
Chapter 11 – Triple Mark Concepts & Preliminary Drills
Chapter 12 – Triple Mark Memory Drills
Chapter 13 – Selection
Appendix 1 – Equipment
Appendix 2 – The Electronic Collar