Stay patient in your training. Many of us get impatient or frustrated when we think our dog isn't learning fast enough or ignoring his training. Analyze what's going on and try to see it from a dog's point of view. Remember, they don't think like we do! This picture is a great example of keeping control--with a check cord--while offering encouragement and praise.

Even though this dog has gone through lots of repetitive training, he's very sure he wants to jump in on the bird in front of him. The check cord is a gentle reminder of who's in charge.

Our intrepid photographer and "man in the field" caught some action at a recent GSP trial in Colorado:

The competitors wait patiently. They've done this before; they know the drill.

Scanning the field ahead . . .

Game face on . . .

  
One of the the scouts brings the dog to the line while the handler mounts his horse.
You can see the dog on the right coiling up in anticipation of his first burst . . .

The judges give the go-ahead, whistles blow. They're released . . .

They're off . . .

And running! Game on.

Spring is a good time to get your new pup on the ground. However, many of us are tempted to push our little guys a little too hard. Make puppyhood a happy time. Give them some work, but don't over-do it! And give them a lift if they need it.

Everybody's doing it.

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