Stealing Dances in the Field
No flashing or peekaboo allowed!
Imagine this: your bird dog is suited up in its Garmin gear, working the cover with confidence and sharp intensity. Senses are high, and suddenly—snap-point!—locked up solid. The moment is perfect. But out of nowhere, another dog busts in and steals the point.
No handler likes a point-thief. Stealing dances shows a complete lack of honor in the field. A well-mannered dog learns early to hold back with respect while remaining focused, building character, reliability, and true field teamwork.
The Risks of a Point-Thief
If a dog repeatedly steals dances:
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Pull that dog off the ground.
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If left uncorrected, a field fight is bound to happen.
Off-Season Training & Enforcement
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Controlled Environment: Off-season work is the best time to build rock-solid honoring and backing.
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Leverage Experienced Dogs: Incorporate a seasoned pointer into your training sessions to accelerate progress or an Asher Remote Backing Dog.
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Stay Ahead of the Dog: Anticipate creeping behavior and enforce backing immediately while hunting. Being actively engaged in the moment is the handler’s responsibility—show off that polished backing bird dog!
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Transitioning Corrections: While e-collar stimulation can help enforce backing initial responses, consistent handler enforcement and timely praise will make honoring and backing an automatic habit over time.
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Eliminate Bad Habits: Watch closely for flashing or peekaboo behavior when running multiple pointers, and nip it in the bud early.
See you on the dance floor!
AZPointingDog LLC
Stealing Dances