Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent | __link__

: Using barriers (like a wall) and lures to establish proper head position.

The foundation rests entirely on the handler's spatial awareness.The dog learns to anchor its shoulder to your left hip.Marking the exact moment of perfect positioning is critical.Handlers use high-pitched verbal markers or mechanical clickers.Incorrect head position means the reward is completely withheld.Consistency builds the flashy picture seen in top-tier competition. Troubleshooting Common Heeling Mistakes The dog walks too far ahead of the handler. Lagging: The dog falls behind the handler's hip pace. Crabbing: The dog's rear end swings outward diagonally. Lack of Focus: The dog looks around at the environment. Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent

Alex had been training dogs for seven years, but his Belgian Malinois, Kaiser , had a flaw that gnawed at him like a splinter: he couldn’t hold focused heeling. : Using barriers (like a wall) and lures

This final module offers guidance on continuing your education with Michael Ellis and taking your skills to the next level. Lagging: The dog falls behind the handler's hip pace

: Transitioning the dog from following a hand with food to focusing on the handler's body.