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The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers with Dave Rorem DVD & Book Set

Designed to make you a better handler in field trials and hunt tests, increasing your success rate in competition.



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The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers Back Cover Detail

Copyright 2005, approx. 2 hour 39 minute total runtime

Dave Rorem shares his many years of experience and success in retriever field events in this two-DVD set and book. It is not just another training program -- it is designed to make you a better handler in field trials and hunt tests, increasing your success rate in competition. It is a "must have" for the serious competitor's library.
"Without a doubt, Dave Rorem is one of the best handlers we have in this sport." Bill Eckett (Trainer / Handler 2004 National Open Champion)
"Dave Rorem is the best student I have had. His ability to read dogs is outstanding and his handling skills are second to none." Rex Carr, 1995
Dave Rorem started training gundogs in the 1970s and saw his first field trial in 1977. He won his first derby in 1979 and made his first Field Champion in 1984. Since that time, he has trained and handled seven national champions in Canada, made more than 70 field champions and had more than 50 national finalists in Canada and the U.S.

Rorem credits much of his success to other trainers that he has spent time with and learned from. In his early years, he received help from Cy Sifers, Phil and Tom Berger, Roger Reopelle and D.L. Walters. Rorem spent 11 years working with his mentor, Rex Carr and credits him for the trainer and handler he is today. Rorem and Carr worked together in the Retriever Training Seminar.

Handbook Chapters:

Introduction: The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers
  1. The Science of Handling Retrievers
    1. Introduction
    2. Communication
    3. Verbal Cues
    4. Other Verbal Cues
    5. Non-Verbal Cues
    6. Timing
    7. Casts
    8. Casting and Handler Awareness
    9. No-Hands Cast
    10. Momentum Cast
    11. Influences on Line
    12. Whistles
    13. Handling Attire
    14. Summary
  2. The Dynamics of the Holding Blind
    1. Summary
  3. Elements of the Mat
    1. Introductory Thoughts
    2. Handler Dynamics and the Mat
    3. Details on Line Preference
    4. Communication is Teamwork
    5. Push and Pull
    6. The Influence of Adrenalin
    7. Analyzing Tests and Applying Results
    8. Examples
    9. Reactive and Proactive Handling
    10. Summary
  4. Handler Responsibilities
    1. Dogs and Temperature Extremes
    2. Challenging the Test- Or Not
    3. Casting Form
    4. Overall Handler Success
  5. The Art of Handling Retrievers
    1. More Looks at Casting
    2. Dealing with Factors
    3. Wind Effects, Water Effects, Cover Effects, Terrain Effects and Lighting Effects
    4. Literal Casts and Momentum Influence
    5. Momentum and Blinds
    6. A Bad Blind
  6. Thoughts on Selection
    1. Conclusion: Fundamentals for Success


Disc 1 Chapters:
  1. Intro
  2. Intro (cont'd)
  3. Read Your Dog
  4. Communication
  5. Footwork & Alignment
  6. Aligning Your Dog
  7. Blowing a Whistle
  8. Proper Clothing
  9. Voice Inflection
  10. Timing
  11. Dealing with "Factors"
  12. Literal and Momentum Casts
  13. Momentum Cast
  14. Demonstration
  15. Land Double with Blind
  16. Momentum
  17. Know Your Judges
  18. What is a Bad Blind
  19. Holding Blinds
  20. Running Mats
Disc 2 Chapters:
  1. Intro
  2. Intro (cont'd)
  3. Land Triple with Blind
  4. Land / Water Blind
  5. Land Quad (Two Retired Guns)
  6. Water Triple
  7. Land Blind Water Blind Combo (with poison bird)
  8. Conclusion and Summary




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Customer Reviews

 
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By Bonnie W.
Altoona, Wisconsin
Excellent
June 1, 2022
Great handling tips
Pros
  • From reputable source. Aided in receiving a master hunter pass
Cons
  • None
By Gentry T.
Temple, TX
Very thorough commonsense information.
April 1, 2022
Very thorough commonsense information is the hallmark of this video. It is well put together and thought out entirely. The instructor points out the importance of the subtleties and what each and every little move means in the choreography between the dog and his handler. Great video!!!!!!
Pros
  • Very thorough.
  • Points out subtleties well.
  • Video quality is very good throughout.
  • Gun Dog Supply delivers lightning fast.
Cons
  • Perhaps a little dry.
  • This video is for the serious handler in training.
By Pat S.
Michigan
Great information!
August 12, 2021
This book was recommended for anybody doing hunt tests or field trials.
What a great book with lots of great tips on handling.
Pros
  • Lots of information. Easy to understand.
By Tyler B.
AL
Review for The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers with Dave Rorem DVD & Book Set
July 10, 2016
Very easy to understand and follow along. I would recommend to anyone that handles hunt test dog or hunting dogs.
By John H.
OH
Review for The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers with Dave Rorem DVD & Book Set
November 19, 2013
He covers the how and why the best I have seen.
By John B.
MA
Review for The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers with Dave Rorem DVD & Book Set
November 6, 2013
Great information, especially being a novice in the game. I also liked watching the author work with the dogs using the techniques he discussed.
By David G.
Review for The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers with Dave Rorem DVD & Book Set
November 5, 2013
A must see for hunt testers and field trialers



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