DECOY STYLES
& GLOSSARY
Decoy work training a personal protection dog involves specialized techniques and commands to ensure that the dog can protect you or your family while remaining safe and under control. It's crucial to approach this training with caution, and for the safety of both the dog and the owner, it is typically best left to professional trainers who specialize in protection dog training. Here are some general steps involved in personal protection dog training:
Basic Obedience Training
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Before moving on to protection training, your dog should have a strong foundation in basic obedience commands such as sit, stay, heel, and recall (coming when called).
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Obedience training builds trust and establishes you as the pack leader.
FRENCH RING
French Ring is a dog sport and protection dog training program that originated in France. In French Ring, a "decoy" (or "helper" or "agitator" in English) plays a critical role in training and testing the skills of the participating dogs. Here's an overview of the role of a French Ring decoy:
Obedience Testing
The decoy evaluates the dog's obedience and control by issuing commands and observing the dog's response. This includes testing the dog's willingness to follow commands from its handler despite external distractions.
