While the concepts are accessible, the course is primarily geared toward Leerburg's competitive sport trainers or serious enthusiasts who have some prior experience with reward-based systems. It is widely considered an essential resource for those competing in Schutzhund (IGP), Ring Sport, or AKC obedience.
So, why should you invest time and effort into focused heeling with your dog? The benefits are numerous: Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent
A short training arc you can adopt (Torrent-style, compact) While the concepts are accessible, the course is
One night, frustrated and broke, Alex typed into a search engine: "Focused Heeling with Michael Ellis Torrent" The benefits are numerous: A short training arc
The curriculum moves from basic head positioning along a barrier to fading the lure hand and eventually putting focus on a specific cue. Sustained Focus:
Training begins with stationary eye contact before adding steps.