We have endless discussions on my Positive Gundogs Facebook Group about free running. Why it doesn’t matter, why it does matter. There are two sides to the debate of course, and both have their … [Read more...]
What does ‘punishment’ mean to a clicker gundog trainer
[wp_ad_camp_2]To most of us, the word punishment means something pretty horrible. And often painful. But to a clicker trainer, punishment has a much more specific meaning. 'Punishment’ to a … [Read more...]
Retrieving Problems: your gundog’s temperament
[wp_ad_camp_2]Retrieving can be a thorny issue for some gundog owners. And retrieving problems are common. Whether it is disinterest in retrieving, or a more specific issue like delivery, there are … [Read more...]
What age should you start training your gundog puppy?
[wp_ad_camp_2]Avid readers of gundog training books will have noticed that many books advise that you should not start training your puppy until he is over six months old. One commenter on this … [Read more...]
Choosing a gundog: your guide
[wp_ad_camp_2]Choosing a gundog is an important event in your life. From what type of gundog is best for you, to choosing your first gundog puppy, this part of the website is the section you need. … [Read more...]
Choosing a gundog puppy : which breed
[wp_ad_camp_2]People often ask for my advice on what breed of gundog they should choose for their first puppy. Mostly, they don’t want my advice. They just want confirmation that the Large … [Read more...]
Classical conditioning in a nutshell for gundog trainers
Made famous by Pavlov's dogs, classical conditioning is the process whereby two events become so closely associated that one predicts the other. This article is part of a series on clicker … [Read more...]
Retriever training: prepare your gundog with transition blinds
Blind retrieving is the pinnacle of your retriever training. This is what you have been building up to! And you naturally want to get on with it. However, rushing a dog with some basic handling … [Read more...]
My gundog keeps dropping the dummy
Dummy or ball, if you are having to pick yours up off the ground, your dog isn't really doing his job. Dropping or spitting out the retrieve is a very common problem in gundog training. There … [Read more...]
Help! My gundog won’t retrieve
So, you spent a handsome sum on the best pup money could buy. He’s got the fancy name, a pedigree with more red ink than you’ve ever seen. And you did everything right. He’s had the best food, … [Read more...]
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