Hunting Dog Training

Question by Pratt Elissa: What are the basics of dog training? Rescue dog with training already? please read whole question?
I want to get a dog from the Humane Society and will opt towards an easily trainable dog and/or one who is already trained. If he is already trained, what will I personally have to do to so he responds to me? Also, what exactly are the things I would train him? Basically, if he listens to me and can understand the commands, he will be able to understand most of what I want him to do, right?

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Answer by Bobbie
I agree, there is an advantage to a dog that already has the basics down. That said, read about the types of dogs you may want and the ages, as well. Often the behavior of a dog will change after a couple of weeks at home…the shelter is not the most “normal” of environments. And there are certain ages a dog goes through, just like people. Puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood, geriatrics. It might be nice to know what to expect.

Training Classes:
Also, I highly recommend training classes, even for experienced people and experienced dogs. I still take my dog from time to time for a refresher. It is really fun, I learn new stuff, she learns new stuff, we refresh old stuff, others learn stuff from us, we meet new people and dogs…the list goes on and on. Training class is really is a good experience all the way around.

The Basics:
A good book or two would help. An author recommendation is below. The basics are sit, stay, leave it, and walking nicely on a leash. With a book, you will get idea of other things, and if you have access to the training classes, you’ll get even more ideas. Training your dog is very enjoyable. They are so pleased to please you, and the teamwork is very bonding.

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Question by icefsr: How do I get my dog into Rescue Dog Training?
I have a 1 year old white german shepherd i’m hoping to go into wilderness EMT training in the summer/fall and would like a job where i could bring my dog with…how do i accomplish that?

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Answer by Amanda
Call your local animal shelter,

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What organization would one contact to get started?

Serious answers only please. Im in michigan and would like to train my dog for search and rescue. I only found one group in michigan, and they dont seem to be very organized. How should i begin to train her on my own now, and do you know of any groups in Michigan.

Has anyone trained a dog from a book or a video on search and rescue? If so, what book or video?
I have spent the past few weeks working with one of my dogs on tracking different scents over complex terrain with fascinating success. She seems to really take to it. I am not aware of a training center in my area that does this type of training. Plus, as a full time student myself, I do not have the extra funds to send her for training.
Any assistance will be appreciated.