The "hi-lost" command is a gundog training phrase used to instruct a dog to search for, or "hunt," a specific area for game or a dummy, often used when a bird or dummy is lost or the dog is mismarked. It signifies that the dog is in the correct vicinity and should hunt hard, serving as a directive to search intently.

What does "hi lost" mean?

Hi lost. A verbal command given to a gundog meaning to hunt there.

What does FTW mean in dogs?

FTW - Stands for 'Field Trial Winner'. A dog that has actually been placed first/won a 'Field Trial'. FTCh - Stands for 'Field Trial Champion'. A dog that has won at least three days' worth of Field Trial 'Open Stakes'.

What is the HUP command for dogs?

Key Commands Hup or Sit: This command is given to make a dog sit and stay, either at heel or mid-cast. This command is also often delivered with a prolonged single whistle, accompanied by a raised hand. Come or Here: This recall command is taught early and reinforced frequently.

What is the 7 7 7 rule for dogs?

The "7 7 7 rule" for dogs is a puppy socialization guideline, originally by Pat Hastings, suggesting exposing puppies to 7 different people, 7 different locations, and 7 different surfaces/objects/sounds/challenges (variations exist) by about 7 weeks old to build confidence, resilience, and prevent fear or anxiety as adults. Key experiences include meeting diverse individuals, visiting different places like a vet's office or friend's house, walking on various substrates (grass, tile, carpet), and encountering new objects and gentle challenges (like tunnels or boxes).
 

Practising the 'Hi lost' - where is it? command.

What does HUP mean for dogs?

“We use 'hup,' a command which means, 'Put your butt on the ground, and stay put,'” Dodd explained. “At the advanced levels of hunt tests or in hunting, you want that dog to be steady to flush, steady to the shot, and then not go retrieve that downed bird until released.

What is a ttt in dogs?

Tibial Tuberosity Transposition is the technical name for the orthopedic surgery needed to correct a luxating patella. The surgery is performed at an animal hospital by a certified veterinary surgeon. The surgery uses metal rods and a bone fragment to secure the knee tendons and ligaments in place.

What is FOMO for a dog?

FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)

Like I mentioned above, alone-time behaviors can range from mild to severe. Some dogs may experience slight stress or frustration when alone while others can experience a full-blown panic attack.

What is the 10 10 10 rule for dogs?

The "10 10 10 Rule" for dogs primarily refers to a puppy potty training method: 10 minutes outside in the designated spot, allowing 10 feet of space to sniff and circle, and staying for 10 minutes of supervision to reward them if they go, otherwise bringing them back inside to a crate for 10-20 minutes before trying again. It can also relate to nutrition (treats < 10% of calories) or general training discipline, but the potty training version is the most common interpretation.

How long does 1 hour feel to a dog?

An hour for a dog doesn't pass like it does for humans; due to their faster metabolism and perception, a human hour feels much longer to a dog, with some suggesting it's closer to 7 minutes of their time, making a work day feel like days, and explaining their intense excitement when owners return from seemingly short absences. They sense time through routines, smells, and body changes, not abstract clocks. 

What does LH mean in dogs?

Estrus begins when the female is receptive to breeding. Estrus generally starts with a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH) due to decreasing estrogen and increasing progesterone. These hormonal changes are what influence the female's receptivity to breeding.

What is TFD in dogs?

Therapy/ facility dogs (TFDs) are increasingly used as part of animal-assisted interventions (AAIs) to support individuals navigating stressful and potentially (re)traumatizing experiences within the legal and law enforcement systems.

What does TLC mean for dogs?

TLC, in our shelter, stands for Treatment, Learning, and Compassion, and it means everything for animals who depend on us – and on you.

What is the 7 second rule for dogs?

The "7-second rule" for dogs is a simple test to see if pavement is too hot for their paws: press the back of your hand to the ground for seven seconds, and if it's too hot for you to hold comfortably, it's too hot for your dog's paw pads, which can easily burn on surfaces like asphalt, concrete, and even artificial turf. This helps prevent paw burns by prompting you to walk during cooler times (early morning/late evening) or stick to grass, as tarmac can get extremely hot even on moderately warm days.
 

Why do dogs say boof?

The “boof” is a short, sharp bark that often sounds more like a puff of air than a full bark. Many dogs use it as a low-level alert, almost like saying, “Hey, did you hear that?” It is curiosity mixed with awareness, not full-blown alarm.

What is rutting in dogs?

A dog's heat time or ''heat'' is a female dog's rutting season, a time in which a female dog can become pregnant if it is allowed to mate with a male dog. Male dogs don't have heat time and once they become sexually mature they can produce offspring at any time.

What is a porch dog?

porch dog - A person who frequently attacks others in speech or writing, but who poses no intellectual threat whatsoever. The motivation of this type of person can usually be accurately construed as a desire to be obnoxious... -

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