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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Latest articles

  • Training

    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...

    By Time Well Spent
  • 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...

    By Time Well Spent
  • Training

    Puppyhood

    Talking to three professionals, we answer your questions about puppyhood.

    By Time Well Spent
  • Training

    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
  • Training

    Picking up, a Gun’s view

    Poor picking-up practice can be the difference between a good, a bad and an ugly day’s shooting, says Nigel Birt-Llewellin.

    By Time Well Spent
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