I can't say "always", but almost always in controlled circumstances and training opportunities. So when she doesn't come or comply I don't have a back up plan. It's not fair to call her not reliable, but I would be anxious that with a lot of distractions she would be inattentive to me.

Very helpful, Carolyn, thank you. I appreciated the segment about considering what components the dog is reacting to rather than just being annoyed they're not doing what is asked.