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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Training newsA peep into the past
David S. D. Jones provides a fascinating insight into the history of our working relationship with man’s best friend.
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Time to make a plan
At the end of the shooting season, you might be forgiven for thinking that the busiest time of your gundog’s year has passed, says Field Editor Ben Randall, but in reality some of the most important...
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Training
Beyond words
Understanding body language – how to use it and how to read it – is a key principle of successful gundog training. It is crucial that we are able to read our dogs and give thought to how they will...
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How to prepare your dog for the partridge season
Whether it's you and your dog's first day in the field or you are a picking-up veteran, here's five ways to prepare for the partridge season.
By Time Well Spent
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