The Poison Bird: Retrieve More Birds By Using This Drill | Retriever Training
This video details the 'Poison Bird' training drill for retrievers, designed to teach dogs to prioritize wounded birds over easily marked ones. Expert trainer demonstrates how to use contrasting colored bumpers to build a dog's trust and responsiveness to handler commands, ultimately leading to more successful retrieves in waterfowl hunting scenarios. The drill emphasizes patience and a strong foundation in basic commands like 'force fetch' and 'drop'.











