All the look, listen, trust me lessons paid off this week as Star was put to the test. The sheep shifted far from the set out, and he had to take several stop whistles, walk-up and re-directs to find them. Using his determination and focus, and my vantage point, we collaborated to find them, which made Star the winner. Game over for that day.This week's lessons:
- Stop, listen and look
- Never, ever give up
- It's always fun when you win
Here's an excerpt:
I see too many people hesitate to help their dog, and I don't understand why. It's like the vacume cleaner that won't pick up the penny. Instead of just bending down to get it, we keep running over it, shake the nozzle, or pick it up and inspect it before running over the penny again. Picking up the penny is the vacume cleaner's job, right? I think it must be the same with our dogs. After all, they are supposed to handle the sheep, but if they are struggling, it's no benefit to let them continue. Help them, teach them, and continue until they can manage it on their own. Never be afraid to help your dog. Unlike standing by, getting frustrated, blowing ever harsher whistles, raising your voice, and blaming the dog, there's no shame in helping.
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