104 episodes

THE podcast for force-free gundog training! Hold the Line is committed to helping you to train your dog to an advanced level, using motivational methods and without the use of fear. Or pain. Or anything else nasty.

Hold the Line Jo Laurens

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    • 4.9 • 29 Ratings

THE podcast for force-free gundog training! Hold the Line is committed to helping you to train your dog to an advanced level, using motivational methods and without the use of fear. Or pain. Or anything else nasty.

    Episode 104 - retrieving problems and the importance of basics

    Episode 104 - retrieving problems and the importance of basics

    In this episode, I answer a listener question about dogs trying to bring back multiple dummies. I also talk about the importance of having a rigorous training system which begins with the basics and doesn't just want to jump in with the sexy stuff...

    • 35 min
    Episode 103 - the UK's approach to blind retrieves for HPRs

    Episode 103 - the UK's approach to blind retrieves for HPRs

    Did you know that HPRs in the UK are expected to handle? That means: To hold straight lines. To be cast left, right and back. Essentially, to 'be' Retrievers. Some of you might thing that sounds insane....

    • 45 min
    Episode 102 - aversives and listener questions

    Episode 102 - aversives and listener questions

    In this episode, I answer listener questions about in-a-row blinds, dealing with frustration in blinds and the use of aversives.

    • 56 min
    Episode 101 - in 15mins "my dog pulls on the leash"

    Episode 101 - in 15mins "my dog pulls on the leash"

    Check out episodes 16, 17 And take a look at my online course, Heel.

    • 17 min
    Episode 100 - in 15mins "my dog has problems with blind retrieves"

    Episode 100 - in 15mins "my dog has problems with blind retrieves"

    Episodes to check out are:30, 33, 34, 36, 41, 47, 48, 62, 64, 66, 85, 88Online courses covering blind retrieves are:Blind RetrievesRemote StopFirst Steps in 3HCTraining the T Drill

    • 17 min
    Episode 99 - in 15mins "my dog doesn't recall in certain situations"

    Episode 99 - in 15mins "my dog doesn't recall in certain situations"

    For more help on this one, check out episodes:82, 87See the Reliable Recall course, on my website forcefreegundog.comOr check out the chapter on the Reliable Recall in my book, Force-Free Gundog Training: The Fundamentals for Success, available from Amazons everywhere

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
29 Ratings

29 Ratings

ladyyas123 ,

Excellent podcast!

I’m really loving Jo’s books, courses and now podcast, as I delve into the world of gun dogs. Jo is brilliant at explaining complex topics in simple ways, and is a breadth of knowledge. I’ll be recommending her podcast to many friends and colleagues!

CarryingMoonbeams ,

BPA bumpers

Hi Jo, As always, your latest episode is great. Just wanted to mention Lucky Dog brand bumpers are also BPA free. For those on a budget, they are useful bumpers and almost half the price of Airflow bumpers.

Mountaindogs TT&S ,

Brilliant podcast for gundogs

Loving this gun dog training podcast. Keep it going, please!

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