I have spent the last few training sessions focusing on Rachael's sit. We have been working on duration distraction distance Duration We have built up the duration of Rachael's sit to … [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 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...]
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...]
The importance of steadiness to fall for retrievers
A well mannered gundog does not retrieve until given permission to do so. He must sit calmly whilst the retrieve falls to the ground and wait for permission to be sent. We call this ‘steadiness’ … [Read more...]