About this episode

Chris Jobman explains the differences between direct and indirect pressure in retriever training and offers practical advice for handlers.

Contact us flatlanderkennelschannel@gmail.com In this episode, Chris breaks down one of the most talked about topics in retriever training: direct vs indirect pressure. We walk through what each one actually means, when to use them, and why so many handlers get confused when trying to apply pressure during casting. Chris explains how pressure should be introduced, why timing matters, and what to do when indirect pressure isn’t getting the job done. We also dig into real world scenarios including casting refusals, stubborn dogs, and how to properly correct without creating more confusion. If you’ve ever struggled with handling or felt unsure about when to apply pressure, this episode will help clear things up. Partners: Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates https://www.mammothpet.com Search “Mammoth Dog Crate” on Amazon Marino Decoys https://www.marinodecoys.com Join us on Patreon: Get access to live Q and A sessions, priority questions, and exclusive content https://patreon.com/flatlanderkennels

People in this episode

Host: Chris Jobman

Topics covered

• retriever training
• direct pressure
• indirect pressure
• casting
• dog handling
• training techniques

Keywords

• retriever training
• direct pressure
• indirect pressure
• dog handling
• casting refusals
• training techniques

Sponsors

Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates, Marino Decoys

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Flatlander Kennels, Patreon

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