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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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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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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Gundog training: 7 tips for a better behaved gundog
It’s rare to make it through the shooting season without encountering at least a few poorly behaved gundogs, but some bad habits crop up more than others. Field Editor Ben Randall considers the most...
By Time Well Spent
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Gundog training: how to teach a dog to heel
Field Editor Ben Randall shares his advice on training a dog to heel.
By Time Well Spent
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