Reggie was reactive to dogs and used to pull on the lead like a train. He had pretty much no recall and was likely to chase any livestock he could see (horses, cows, sheep, ducks).
Andi recommended giving E-collar training a go, which I was a bit worried about, but with guidance on what collar to buy and how to use it as tool to help Reg and correct his unwanted behaviour and not to punish, Reg went from disappearing in to the distance to staying within a decent range and coming back first time when called.
After a few corrections Reg happily walked past other dogs without and silly sounds or reaction and I no longer have to use it for when he sees dogs.
We continued with his training and his happy, springy character never changed! And he’s always happy to have his collar put on, never shys away.
Because we are now able to let Reg off and NEVER doubt his recall with his E-collar, which he has on for every walk but we barely have to use now he is a happy, more relaxed dog that tends to ignore any distraction that he used to react to and knows the difference to walking nicely next to me on lead and when he can have full freedom and sniff/run to his hearts desire!
What a difference Andi and the E-collar training has made, just goes to show how humane it actually is and when used properly it can open up a whole new world for your dog. It’s totally improved Reggies quality of life.
