Hurlock 114 Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Hello forum, I read an old post about exercises using a sort of lure on a pole which was jerked in front of the dog to encourage striking? My collie x grey is one of the quickest dog's i've owned but seems reluctant to strike on some rabbits. It's as though he thinks its a game, he gets up on them in no time at all and if anything it looks like he's too fast he's a big lad 26" to shoulder and also tends to over shoot them, most he runs alongside. I was thinking the above exercise couild be useful in geeing him up a bit but was wondering if anyone had anymore advice. Would running him alongside a more experienced dog help? Thanks in advance. Hurlock Quote Link to post Share on other sites
all.rounder 3 Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 what age is he. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hogdog 61 Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 (edited) I think what you're reffering to is a 'flirt pole'. It's used to encourage prey drive and also to get dogs fit as it involves lots of tight turns, it's a good workout for the dog. You get a horse lunging whip and tie a plastic bag to the end, move the bag along the ground in long, fluid motions and the dog 'should' chase it and catch it allow the dog to catch it every now and again so it keeps its enthusiasm. It works with the vast majority of dogs but some dogs will only chase live prey and will look at you like you've gone mental. Edited November 18, 2009 by hogdog Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dances Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 tennis ball mate down a slight decline. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nottzhunter08 898 Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 tennis ball mate down a slight decline. i have found in the past that rugby balls are good as u dont no which way there gonna bounce. atb Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mars 42 Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Try a rubber ring/dog toy from the pet shop 0 Thrown right it will give the dog a chance to pick up while moving, Yis Mars.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hurlock 114 Posted November 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Thanks for the replys lads. He's 11 month and a bit too cute, suppose its the collie in him. Yeah that was what I was thinking of the 'flirt pole'. But i'll try him with some of them dog toys that are funny shaped and rubber to give the effect of a bunny that may turn any way as well. Thanks for the advice. Hurlock Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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