Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent (2024)
Michael Ellis, a well-respected dog trainer with over two decades of experience, has developed a unique and effective approach to focused heeling. His method emphasizes the importance of establishing a clear understanding between dog and handler, using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors.
Michael Ellis’s is a core component of his reward-based training system, designed specifically for high-level competitive obedience and protection sports. Unlike casual walking, focused heeling requires the dog to maintain intense, sustained eye contact with the handler while remaining in a precise physical position. Core Training Principles Focused Heelingwith Michael Ellis Torrent
Focused heeling offers numerous benefits for dog owners and their furry companions. By mastering this technique, you can: Michael Ellis, a well-respected dog trainer with over
: Specific footwork drills for the handler to indicate turns (left, right, and about turns) using head and body signals. Where to Access Unlike casual walking, focused heeling requires the dog
is a comprehensive training program designed to teach dogs to maintain a precise and sustained "look" at the handler while walking in the heel position. The course is a staple of competitive obedience (AKC, PSA, Schutzhund) and is built on Michael Ellis's foundational marker-based motivational system. Core Training Curriculum