@Aj Ryan thank you!!

I can’t believe I didn’t mention I’ve been using play as well to get get him used to the trail as background noise!

@Ave Paasuke we working on re-call some more as well as being able to pass dogs on trails without vocalizing. He’s progressed so much but winter always makes dogs more novel on outings again because it goes from seeing almost no one to being crazy busy in the summer!

@Nick Benger Oh! I also wanted to say… what pushed me to looking in to e-collar training was a trainer talking about how “no” can mean more freedom for the dog. I never thought about how limiting or even invasive training an alternative or incompatible behaviour could be in some circumstances. It’s so obvious yet it clicked when he said it (in a more eloquent way than me). We’ve had some scenarios in our lifestyle combined with my Aussie’s need for movement, lead to me getting an e-collar and investing in training. The biggest thing is that the pros far outweigh the cons. His quality of life will greatly increase.

@Nick Benger I feel the same! We have opportunities to go to amazing places in Canada where dogs can be off leash. I would hate to leave him behind. Even just in our friend’s and family circle we have private property that’s not fenced. I would love for him to have more freedom and a bigger world.