Steadiness Barrel vs Whoa table

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Little Brit

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What is the difference between the 2 in training. Do they do the same thing at the end or does one have an advantage over the other.
 
I'm by no means an expert on whoa training, my impression on either a table or barrel is to put the dog in an uncomfortable position or place so they are focused on you and the command. I have used my hunting buddies barrel and I have used large diameter oak logs chunks. My Britt pup loves to be out with me when I'm cutting firewood so for the very large pieces I cut long and place her on the chunk and work on whoa, then I throw balls or sticks to reinforce the whoa. I think the barrel is more in-nerving for the dog as it is slicker, less space and more unstable. I don't think you can go wrong with either one, this is just my 2 cents. I'm sure more experienced trainers will chime in.
 
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