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What is Gundog training?

Gundog training isn’t just for working dogs—it’s a fantastic way to engage your pet dog’s natural instincts while providing them with enriching mental and physical stimulation. Designed to tap into the inherent skills of gundog breeds like Labradors, Spaniels, and HPRs, this type of training is a rewarding experience for dogs and their owners alike.

Here’s why gundog training can be an excellent choice for your pet dog:

1. Channel Their Natural Instincts
Many gundog breeds have a strong drive to retrieve, hunt, or track. Gundog training allows your dog to use these instincts in a controlled and purposeful way, reducing unwanted behaviours that might arise from boredom or frustration.

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2. Build a Stronger Bond
Gundog training emphasises teamwork and clear communication, creating a deeper connection between you and your dog. This positive partnership will benefit you in everyday life, whether you’re out for a walk or relaxing at home.

3. Improve Obedience and Focus
Through activities like retrieving, steadiness drills, and scent work, gundog training enhances your dog’s ability to listen, focus, and respond to your cues. This improved obedience is invaluable in real-world situations, such as recalling your dog in a busy park.

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4. Enrich Their Mental Wellbeing
Gundog training challenges your dog to think, problem-solve, and learn new skills. This mental stimulation keeps their mind active and happy, helping to prevent boredom and anxiety.

5. Boost Their Physical Fitness
From retrieving over varying terrain to controlled searches, gundog training keeps your dog fit and healthy. These activities also provide a safe and structured outlet for their energy.

Perfect for Pet Dogs, Not Just Working Dogs
You don’t need to have plans to work your dog in the field for them to benefit from gundog training. These activities are tailored to suit pet dogs, ensuring sessions are fun, engaging, and suitable for their unique needs and personality.

Ready to Get Started?

We are currently running an 8 week level 1 beginners, level 2 and level 3 courses.

On the courses we look at (depending on level)

  • Heelwork
  • Sit/stay
  • Stop whistle/hunt whistle/turn whistle
  • Steadiness
  • Recall from distraction
  • Hunting
  • Retrieving (marks, memories, blinds, directional)
  • Obstacles

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We offer 1:2:1 gundog training as well as taster workshops at various locations around Suffolk.

1-2-1 Coaching

1-2-1 coaching session are great for working on particular areas you may be working on or a fabulous alternative to work through our 8 week course on a 1-2-1 basis if you cannot make any group training.

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These sessions are conducted at our training field in Battisford.

£45/hour

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Block book 8 sessions to cover the foundation course content at times to suit you and receive a certificate on completion £360 £300 (saving of £60)

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