I recently wrote about my little cocker’s fear of brambles. Last week I spent some time planting retrieves in light brambles, to build up her confidence in facing cover. This week I have spent … [Read more...]
Gundog Training on the Stubble
After a few days of rain and storms, today was perfect. I took the dogs out training on the stubble in the early morning sun. This week I am focusing on sharpening up the stop whistle. We … [Read more...]
Facing Cover: Part One
I have spent quite a bit of time over the last few days wading through bramble patches. Not for my own entertainment you understand, but to resolve an issue with one of my dogs. A recent day's … [Read more...]
The German Short-haired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer, or GSP is one of the most popular HPR breeds in the UK. These short coated, good natured dogs, come in a wide range of colours. The most familiar and … [Read more...]
Rachael’s fourth night: Crying puppy
Last night was Rachael's fourth in her new home. The progress of the previous night was not repeated. I put Rachael into her crate at 11pm, a little earlier than the night before. And set my … [Read more...]
Rachael’s Fourth Day: Changing a Puppy’s Diet
Our dogs are all fed on a diet of raw meaty bones. Rachael on the other hand, like most Labrador puppies, has been raised on kibble. This is simply the standard dried and pelleted commercial dog … [Read more...]
Third Night Waking for Rachael the Puppy
Here is my third morning report on the night before, for those that are also struggling with sleep deprivation! Last night was a bit better. Rachael went outside for her last wee at around 11:30 … [Read more...]
Day Three: Puppy Socialisation Begins
It would be lovely to allow our little chocolate labrador puppy to settle in to her new home for a few weeks before taking her into lots of potentially stressful situations. But unfortunately we … [Read more...]
Rachael the Puppy’s Second Night
Rachael woke at two to three hour intervals throughout last night. Which is a bit draining if you like your sleep as most of us do! Anticipating the moment I do like to try and anticipate the … [Read more...]
Rachael’s Room
House-training can be tricky. It's a stage that some dogs pass through far more smoothly than others. Over the years we have found ways to simplify the process. One way is to restrict the … [Read more...]