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What the Environment Means to Your Dog (and Why It Matters)
To us, a walk in the park is peaceful. But for our dogs, it’s a sensory overload, filled with intriguing smells, movements, and sounds that trigger their primal instincts. Especially if you’ve got a spaniel, retriever, HPR, or any dog with a strong prey drive,...
Why Ongoing Puppy Training Matters for Busy Families
Introduction You’ve completed the six-week puppy training course. Your pup can sit (most of the time), and you might be tempted to think, “We’ve made it! The hard part is done.” But hold your horses—or rather, your hounds—because training is just getting started....
The Benefits of Gundog Training – Even If You Don’t Plan to Take Your Dog on a Shoot
The Benefits of Gundog Training for Pet Dogs – Improve Behavior and Bond
The Importance of Nutrition in Working Dogs:
The Importance of Nutrition for Working Dogs – Develop Your Dog
Introducing a new dog to a multi-dog household
Introducing a new dog to a multi-dog household requires careful planning and patience to ensure a smooth transition and to avoid conflicts. Earlier this year I had a rescue dog come into the household and I learnt a lot from the experience. Not every situation will...
Life with a dog with Elbow Dysplasia
Learn how to care for a dog with elbow dysplasia, manage their condition, and improve their quality of life. Discover practical tips for exercise, diet, and long-term care to support your dog’s health and well-being.
Helping out at a local Spaniel Trial
Helping out at a spaniel trial
My first trip to the International Gundog League Retriever Championships 2023
I thought I would share with you my first experience of going to the IGL earlier this week. A friend and partner in crime, Penny Davies, suggested we go along to spectate and make a little holiday of it. I knew we were in for a fun time and it was very exciting to be going to Scotland and we weren’t disappointed.
Gundog Jumping Biomechanics
The reason for writing this article was to support and inspire others who have had issues with dogs who find jumping difficult.
Gundog Training Courses
Have you got a gundog breed at home? Would you like to train him/her for the shooting field, or would you just like to train your dog to a high level? I can help with these scenarios.
Puppy Training Courses
When you first bring a puppy home it can be very exciting but daunting all at the same time, so I am on hand to come and guide you through those key canine development stages to ensure that your puppy grows up to be well-mannered.