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Proper E-Collar Fit: A very common misconception is that a high level “nick” or “burn” from the E-collar will cause sores on a dog’s neck. This cannot be further from the truth. The sores come from leaving the collar on for too long or just simply from having sensitive skin. Knowing your facts about E-collars is so important, they are 100% the most effective tool in dog training!!
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Welcome to Off Leash Tyler!
Hello, my name is Alex Huff. I own and operate Off Leash Tyler and One Shot Retrievers with my wonderful husband, Grant Huff. Grant and I have been in the dog world all of our lives. We are passionate about helping others and their pets reach their full training potential. We have both been involved in training gun dogs for a combined 30 years, which includes training them for duck hunting and high level retriever games, like hunt tests and field trials. One thing people may not know about "gun dog" training, is that it all begins with advanced obedience. Before we can move on to the "fun stuff" we have to teach basic commands and make sure the dog understands them fully before moving on. Advanced obedience is the foundation for any good retriever.
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Gator the Duck Dog
From the drake mallard phenomenon in late-season Saskatchewan to the Ryman Theater afterparty at a Whitey Morgan concert, I’ve been lucky enough to have witnessed some of the damndest things in my travels. A 23-pound hot sausage on top of four-inch legs dragging cranes and white geese through mud may very well top that list.
The Search For Perfection: Trainer Brings Years Of Experience, Success To The Field
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A Q&A With Dog Trainer Alex Brittingham
Ambassador Alex Brittingham currently resides in Athens, Texas. Hunting has been a part of her life since the age of four, the tradition passed down from her father. Around ten years ago she started training her personal dogs for hunt tests and hunting. Now both her passion and profession lie in training dogs full time and she is quickly becoming recognized for turning her Jack Russell Terrier “Gator,” into an exceptional bird dog.
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Waterfowl Retrieving Jack Russell Terrier. Inspired by Moose. Lead Dog/Head Trainer
YETI Ambassador Alex Brittingham
When you think of bird dogs, you might not think of Jack Russell Terriers. If that’s the case, you haven’t met Alex Brittingham. She’s the proud owner of Gator (our only YETI ambassador of the canine persuasion).
