Ease into spring dog work, and keep it short in summer

The best way to begin spring training is simple: short hikes and no serious training. Just let the dog run and gauge both his stamina and mental acuity. A good idea is to bring a bumper along and throw a few fun retrieves, but don’t overdo it to the point that the dog loses interest – which can happen, especially if temperatures are high.

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