I learned a lot from this course, Grisha's section was helpful for seeing how to prevent a reactive dog from feeling over threshold and Michael's half was gr...
Read MoreI learned a lot from this course, Grisha's section was helpful for seeing how to prevent a reactive dog from feeling over threshold and Michael's half was great for those times when you're still practising your BAT set ups but there's a SEC that could spook your learner. I am now practising sliding my hands down the leashes and locking grips constantly!
Read LessAlthough Grisha and Michael demonstrate very different leash handling techniques (Grisha long line and Michael short leash) both techniques are applicable to...
Read MoreAlthough Grisha and Michael demonstrate very different leash handling techniques (Grisha long line and Michael short leash) both techniques are applicable to use with any dog, depending on the environment and situation, and are important skills to master with our own dogs, and then teach to our clients, or use with the dogs we work with. I always enjoy any webinar from Grisha or Michael, they each enthusiastically share their knowledge.
Read Lessskills learned hand in hand for both sides, proactive and defensive, of leash handling! Amazing approach and discussion to help fully understand the use of b...
Read Moreskills learned hand in hand for both sides, proactive and defensive, of leash handling! Amazing approach and discussion to help fully understand the use of both!
Read LessI haven't read the text, but I was able to see most of the live airing, and plan to see the recording with the bonus addition and get the hand-outs. I though...
Read MoreI haven't read the text, but I was able to see most of the live airing, and plan to see the recording with the bonus addition and get the hand-outs. I thought the webinar was very good. I have a lot of experience with 6-8' leashes, but not with long lines, so I'm looking forward to practicing with both (picked up a few tips with the shorter leashes, but am looking forward to seeing how different it will be with harnesses - have never used them before). I thought both speakers were excellent, and explanations and visual instruction were also. Definitely 5 stars for this!
Read LessGood information on leash work for aggressive behavior or emergency situations.
Good information on leash work for aggressive behavior or emergency situations.
Read LessI am a LOVER of technique especially manual systems. I am older, run my own pet sitting and dog walking biz and 99% is dog walking. I did not know about th...
Read MoreI am a LOVER of technique especially manual systems. I am older, run my own pet sitting and dog walking biz and 99% is dog walking. I did not know about the pulley/O ring pairing and found it most helpful. I look forward to deepening my relationship as well as learning new ways to speak dog through your classes.
Read LessKnowing the first version of BAT, this course is a very interesting upgrade !
Knowing the first version of BAT, this course is a very interesting upgrade !
Read LessInteresting webinar with Michael en Grisha. A lot of practical examples of how to use the leash in crowded places
Interesting webinar with Michael en Grisha. A lot of practical examples of how to use the leash in crowded places
Read LessThis is such an excellent foundational course for defensive leash handling as well as for anyone who walks with dogs using a long leash. I will watch this ag...
Read MoreThis is such an excellent foundational course for defensive leash handling as well as for anyone who walks with dogs using a long leash. I will watch this again and again!
Read LessA very practical webinar with two lovely professionals. Highly recommended.
A very practical webinar with two lovely professionals. Highly recommended.
Read LessThese were lots of new handling techniques on top of the BAT leash handling we know. I am eager to try them out with my little still-puller.
These were lots of new handling techniques on top of the BAT leash handling we know. I am eager to try them out with my little still-puller.
Read Lessmany of these skills can also be used every time you walk a dog on leash. In punishment-based dog training, the leash is used not just as a restraint, but as a way to inflict pain or startle, and many lessons about dog training include how to handle the leash to get the most force in a precise way. With the rise of positive reinforcement training, the leash was no longer needed to ‘teach’ the dog and lessons on leash handling fell by the wayside.
And yet dogs were still walked on leash. Not having guidance on leash handling opened up positive reinforcement trainers to a wide range of unfortunate mistakes, including unintentional pressure, restricted freedom, safety hazards like rope burns and loose dogs, or regressing to leash pops in frustration.
Michael Shikashio and Grisha Stewart separately noticed that important skill gap in modern dog training and have been developing and teaching their own leash handling skills, and now many people know one or both sets of skills. That still leaves the question, "how do these work together?" We've combined forced to create a single webinar, so you can learn when to use which, and why.
Recorded April, 2022.
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Avoid common mistakes by learning specific leash handling techniques for different situations you may face when working with dog aggression, frustration, and fear.
Explore the types of leashes, and learn which lengths are appropriate and why.
Learn when and how to use Grisha's BAT leash skills to promote a sense of freedom while maintaining safety and control, including Slow Stop, Mime Pulling, Body Bubble, Slide, and more. Bonus storage tip to avoid tangles!
Watch as Michael breaks down several leash handling techniques that come in especially handy in scary moments, including leash locking, arm drag back, v catch and side switch.
Learn more about Grisha's new Leash Belay technique.
Gain a greater understanding of how to communicate with your dog via the long leash. Includes discussions on mime pulling, leash tapping and human body movements.
Suitable for pet owners, trainers, and behaviorists: anyone who is interested in learning more leash skills!
Session will be recorded and available for registered students to watch 24 hours after the broadcast.
I'm thrilled to be welcoming Micheal back to my Academy. Read on to learn why!
Michael Shikashio, CDBC
Grisha Stewart MA, CPDT-KA, KPACTP
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