Скачать или смотреть Teach your dog to swim

Both Border Collies in this video love to swim in the ocean, in rivers, lakes etc. yet there is fear in both them to get into the pool. The key when working with this type of fearful behaviour is to go gently yet confront them with their fear. Do not create a big scene and project what you want to happen. The more relaxed and matter of fact you can be the better. You can encourage the dog, but don't overdue it. The less talking the better. To be honest I talked too much to both of them and my body posture is also quite off, especially when I get Harley (black & white Collie) into the pool. The more upright and confident you can be the easier for the dogs. The lead allows use to keep them from running away and to slowly keep encouraging them forward. Take your time, relax and be firm at the same time. Tug them a bit forward, release slightly and so on. Using treats can make this way easier but it works just fine without treats. Repeat entering the water as often as needed till you can walk in with them without a lead. And swim together with them. I did initially when we got them in for the 1st time, but it got a bit to chilly for my taste.

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