Introducing pups to water
I took my two young labs down to the creek below my home. It was a long walk through the snow falling about a foot down for every step I took what a chore. It was a great day though and worth the effort in the end. Snowshoes would have been smarter though.
Pups introduction to water
The pups had a great time romping though the snow following rabbit tracks, turkey and grouse trails. There noses are very good as these trails were cold but they stuck to them. With the long hard walk the dogs were thirsty so naturally when we got to the waters edge they wanted a drink and got their paws wet. I sat on a log and not before two long Heath got too close to the edge and the now gave way and he was in the water scrambling to get out. He shook off and went romping around for a while. I always cheat a little when introducing my pups to water. I wear waders and walk in myself so the pups are very eager to follow which often gets them over the fear of going in. You do want to make the whole experience positive for them. Warm days when dogs are tired are excellent times to introduce a new pup to water.
puppies first swim
Another good way to introduce your pups to water is with an older dog that enjoys a good swim. This shows the pups that water is good and calms their anxiety some.My choice of days may not have been the best but all went well. We eve got a retrieve in for both dogs. It was a fun day all and all and the walk back to the house was so much easier walking back in my own tracks. With this weeks fine weather get out there and start working with your dogs.
Mark 315-729-7546
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