As we packed up camp early to avoid a day of rain followed by a day of cold and high winds, Nico sat by the lake in a moment of reflection. Nico loves camping because he gets to spend the whole day outside. You might notice that all he is wearing is his flat collar. Over the years, we’ve received negative comments about using an e-collar for training. Every dog is different, and what works for one might not work for another. As a result of our training, Nico and I have a very good relationship. He has no desire to wander out of camp, often checks in, and when I haven’t seen him for a while, all I need to do is call his name, and he comes running full throttle. We still use the e-collar when there are more distractions around.

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Gear Used For This Shot

Sony A7RIV - Sony 50mm f/1.2

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