Read more about the Sound Beginnings Retriever Training DVD with Jackie Mertens
Jackie Mertens is one of the most successful amateur retriever trainers and breeders in North America. She has trained and titled numerous FC/AFC retrievers. She is a six time finalist at the National Open/National Amateur Retriever Championships. She won the National Amateur Championship with her NAFC FC Topbrass Cotton, who is also the all time high point Golden Retriever in field trial history.
Breeding, training and campaigning retrievers are a way of life for Jackie. Her Topbrass kennel, established in 1968, consistently produces high quality performance labrador and golden retrievers.
The video describes in detail a comprehensive and progressive training program for retriever puppies from 7 weeks to 8 months of age. It can also be used to introduce an adult retriever to the world of retrieving.
Topics include:
Basic Puppy Obedience
Introducing the Tools of Training
Your Puppy's First Retrieves
Introduction to Water
Developing a Positive Water Attitude
Puppy Drills
Preparing Your Pup for Advanced Training
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