Welcome to Gundog Journal’s comprehensive Training hub, your ultimate resource for mastering the art of working dog excellence. Whether you’re a seasoned handler or just starting your journey with a new puppy, our expert-led training guides cover everything from basic obedience to advanced fieldwork techniques.
Discover proven methods from expert trainers, who emphasise the importance of positive, fun-based training, with breed-specific advice including labradors, spaniels and vizslas, our training page is your go-to destination for developing a strong, capable and happy working dog.
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TrainingKeepers’ dogs
As Liam Bell explains, a gamekeeper’s dog needs to be an all-rounder, but its value is not judged purely on performance in the field.
By Time Well Spent
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From the law to the labrador
Retired police officer Vikki Stanley has been competing since 1988, and won the Chudleys Gundog Championship at the Midland Game Fair in 2019. Gundog Journal caught up with Vikki to find out about her...
By Time Well Spent
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Training
Growing old gracefully
We answer your questions about common problems with aging gundogs.
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Dreams do come true
For some people the childhood ambition does come to fruition and here Louise Jarvis explains how her love of art and animals were only ever going to lead to one career.
By Time Well Spent
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Training
How far will your dog go for you?
What sort of distance do our dogs cover and how can we prepare them for the challenge? Simon West investigates.
By Time Well Spent
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