Below is a link to a thread about how I trained my pup thru out it last winter . Throwing an antler and having the dog retrieve it without using rubber gloves is a big mistake, because the dog will key in on your scent to find it and not the antlers and as you know the shed laying in the woods does not have your scent on them. Its far better to start out by planting the antlers prior to training and give them enough time out in the elements for your scent to break down.
Also as I found out last year while training using treats as rewards was a big mistake. Also after every training session run the antlers thru the dishwasher without any detergent and store them in a tupperware containter. No need to put a rag with scent on it etc. in the container with the antlers, You will understand why after you store them in a container for a couple of days. Pike
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