graded training for gundogs
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 force-free trainer is strictly defined in the scientific sense, as anything which will diminish the likelihood of behaviour from recurring. The behaviour we are talking about is absolutely …
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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 lots of potential pitfalls when it comes to getting your gundog to fetch and return with an object. The type of problem that your gundog is prone to could well depend to …
We are so happy to welcome Jill Thorpe as our new instructor for Wiltshire. Contact Jill via the form on the website here.
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https://thegundogclub.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Christel-interview.pdfA lovely interview in www.dejachthond.nl of our trainer in the Netherlands, Christel Holtrop. Click here to read the full interview.
A complete guide to preparing for the Grade Three Field Test. TITLE: Passing Grade Three – Intermediate Retriever SUBJECT: Grade Three Retriever Training AUTHOR: Pippa Mattinson DETAIL: Spiral bound, soft-back, wipe clean covers, opens flat. Buy it now for £17.99 with FREE P&P. This guide is the third in the ‘Gundog Club’ retriever training series. It is aimed …
A complete guide to preparing for the Grade Two Field Test. TITLE: Passing Grade Two – Junior Retriever SUBJECT: Grade Two gundog / obedience training AUTHOR: Pippa Mattinson DETAIL: Spiral bound, soft-back, wipe clean covers, opens flat. Order your copy here: Passing Grade Two £17.99 GBPPassing Grade 1 + Passing Grade 2 £29.99 GBP Special Offer: Save £5.99 when …
A complete guide to puppy care and training, for the first six months. TITLE: The Right Start SUBJECT: Puppy Care and Training for gundogs AUTHOR: Pippa Mattinson DETAIL: Spiral bound, soft-back, wipe clean covers, opens flat. Order your copy here: The Right Start £17.99 GBPThe Right Start + Passing Grade 1 £29.99 GBP Special Offer: Save £5.99 when you …
A complete guide to how to prepare for the Grade One Field Test. TITLE: Passing Grade One SUBJECT: Very first steps in gundog / obedience training AUTHOR: Pippa Mattinson DETAIL: Spiral bound, soft-back, wipe clean covers, opens flat. Order your copy here: Passing Grade 1 £17.99 GBPPassing Grade 1 + Right Start £29.99 GBP Special Offer: Save £5.99 when …
Hunting Retriever (HR) awards are suitable for all gundogs who are being trained for ‘spaniel style’ gundog work. No pedigree is required. This Award The Advanced Hunting Retriever award is a challenging test of teamwork between dog and handler. The Grade Five Award has three components The hunt-up Water Cold Game To gain the title …
Hunting Retriever (HR) awards are suitable for all gundogs who are being trained for ‘spaniel style’ gundog work. No pedigree is required. The emphasis at this grade is on proficiency both in hunting, and in retrieving dummies. One field test pass is required for the dog to receive the award of Proficient Hunting Retriever. The Grade …
