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2/16/2018

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No sooner had the season finished I was planning several away day training sessions. This month I had the pleasure of joining a team of handlers for a day’s training with Allie Hogsbjerg. 

We began the day with an invaluable exercise to identify what we wanted to cover throughout the day.  Allie was keen to ensure that our time was well spent and we got the most out of our day. Being a small group enabled us to share our personal aspirations and challenges and learn from each other.  A problem shared, really is a problem halved and discussing an issue with the  trainer can offer reassurance for the day ahead.

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Allie’s session was the ideal opportunity to get away from the normal environment and interact with a group of training buddies in a new setting. I find this helps me to think differently and try out new training strategies. The natural Cotswolds landscape provided the perfect opportunity to train on fabulous ground, with a range of cover including woodland, cover crops, jumps, drystone walls, hills and grassland fields.  Throughout the day there was a good balance between discussion and applying theory into practice. With clear and consistent communication from Allie and no other distractions during the day, (apart from a much needed yum yum and a cuppa) it gave me the chance to relax and just focus on Reggie.

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As the day progressed and the group’s confidence began to shine each handler had the opportunity to step outside their comfort zone and stretch their dogs on new ground. I really enjoyed watching all the dogs progress. It never ceases to amaze me how quickly a dog learns and picks the dummy with a new found self confidence. With a few challenges during the day (mainly the weather!) our group was not deterred and simply enjoyed the day spent with the  dogs. I love that feeling when you see your dog progress  and I firmly believe an away day offers reassurance and a sense of direction with your training goals. There's no doubt it  offers numerous benefits and I can't  wait for the next one!

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A different environment, no interruptions and a skilled trainer makes a perfect away day!
Training away day with Allie Hogsjberg at Rufriver Gundogs: http://www.rufrivergundogs.co.uk


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Carol Rivers link
2/17/2018 11:33:59 pm

So interesting to learn about the team of handlers training with Allie Hogsbjerg! Sharing your aspirations and challenges must be pivotal for the sport. A problem shared, really is a problem halved in all areas of life, but a classic example here with such successful results. Once again you brought the countryside alive for us. Super pics too! Thank you Wendy!

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Wendy Bardsley
2/18/2018 08:13:49 am

A break from the norm definitely helps you to step outside the box and see where you are with your training. For a team of handlers under Allie’s guidance, an away day training session offered the perfect opportunity to make steady progress and enjoy a day out with our dogs. Looking forward to a few more this year Carol, hopefully with some sunshine this time!

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