This video clearly shows these 6 to 7 week old puppies becoming bumper crazy thru the prey drive we instilled thru feathers. The game of chase turns into something our pups absolutely love and we’ll nurture that chase and condition the recall after the pickup...
Careful attention is paid to building that prey drive and making our pups very bumper crazy. We want to see that insatiable drive instilled young but also want to make sure to not let it go overboard. Once I see ample drive, I’ll lessen the chasing and do just...
It’s time to introduce those chosen bumpers and toys to our pups. Super soft rubber bumpers as seen in the prior video are a must. Nothing a pup can’t carry easily and get a good bite on can be used. We want to choose those bumpers they can easily carry...
Once again, we’re pushing our pups to become very accustomed to loud noises and spooky sounds. Even a lawnmower at a distance can give pups issues if NOT introduced correctly. Because of the correct steps inside the house and outside the house with banging pots,...
Now around the 6 week period I’ll start switching pups to bumpers. Not just any bumper!!! Super soft rubber bumpers are my favorite. Those that a pup can easily grab and chew and hold without ever feeling hard. Cloth bumpers and even tennis balls without the...
