#400 Quiet Connection: Building Focus with Faith the Puppy

Julie Bates discusses training her pointing Labrador puppy, Faith, focusing on building a strong connection, increasing mental focus, and introducing basic obedience (heel, sit, here) without overtraining.

She explains why she avoids balls and sticks, how temporary use of a cord improved recalls, and her strategy for preventing future problems by teaching steadiness, calm retrieves, and progressive mental challenges.