Teaching a dog to retrieve, any dog, may be one of the best things you could ever do for him. I'll explain why I think retrieving is important for all breeds of dog in a moment. But obviously … [Read more...]
First steps in heelwork
There are lots of different ways to teach a dog to walk to heel. My methods have changed over the years but whichever method you use, the key to success is simple. Get the first two steps right … [Read more...]
The dangers of clicker training
There is quite a lot of information about clicker training on this website. The clicker is a tool for the precise marking of fleeting behaviours. But clicker training has become more than just a … [Read more...]
The Stolen Retrieve: A whistle stop ‘transition’ exercise
We all have our own system for teaching the stop whistle, and there are a number of different approaches that work effectively. These days, many gundog owners are keen to train their dogs with the … [Read more...]
Clicker training for gundog puppies
Perhaps one of the most useful roles for the clicker in gundog training, is in working with puppies Most new puppy owners are in a huge hurry to start training Let's be honest, they are not … [Read more...]
How does clicker training work at a distance?
Gundog owners often say to me "clicker training is all very well in your garden, but how can it work at a distance?" Well, the answer or course is that once the dog is out of earshot, it … [Read more...]
Getting the puppy recall right
People often ask 'how old should my puppy be before I let him off the lead'. The answer of course is 'let him off the lead from day one'. The reason, I hope, is made clear in this short … [Read more...]
Hunting an area
Keeping a dog in the area of fall is something that many trainers struggle with, and not just beginners. Many young dogs have a tendency to move far too quickly and overshoot or leave the area of … [Read more...]
First steps in gundog training: a basic sit
This article is adapted from 'Passing Grade One' a Gundog Club guide to basic gundog training. You can purchase Passing Grade One from the Gundog Club bookshop. The objective of this exercise is … [Read more...]
Three helpful rules for a great puppy recall
There are few thing more annoying than a dog which won’t come when you call it. It is a very common and frustrating problem, that people often create inadvertently. And that can be avoided by … [Read more...]
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