One Session Pet Gundog Intro
Join us for a one off session of Pet Gundog Training
Find out, hands on, just what it's all about.
Take a look into the world of pet gun dog training – a journey that transforms your loyal companion, into a skilled and obedient pal. This isn’t just about teaching basic commands; it’s about mastering the art of steadiness, recall, perfecting the sit-stay, walking alongside you on a lead, responding to distance commands, and reacting to the whistle with speed and excitement.
We introduce you and your dog to the exciting gundog skills of retrieving and hunting. Imagine your dog’s excitement and sense of accomplishment as they fetch and hunt, using their natural instincts.
I love nothing more, than seeing a dog’s tail wagging, ferociously, as they search for their ‘retrieve item.’ We don’t care if it’s a toy, a ball or a gundog dummy. All we care about is your dog learning the skills, doing as instructed and having a great time.
Our classes are hands-on. For dogs still perfecting their recall around distractions, we can use long training lines, ensuring a safe and controlled environment for growth.
It’s more than training; it’s about nurturing your dog’s natural instincts to enrich their life. The NDTA Pet Gundog programme caters to your pet’s inherent needs. We offer challenges and skills for you both.
Watch your dog advance through our unique grading system from grade 1 to 6, each step a milestone in their achievement.
Regardless of breed, if your dog loves to carry or chase, they’ll love our classes. From energetic Jack Russells to majestic Great Danes, and all the gundog breeds in between – all are welcome.
Pet gun dog training is an amazing partnership between you and your dog. Together, you’ll explore and master new skills, channeling their natural instincts.
Pet gundog training changed my life – it’s why I became a dog trainer. It changed the life of my dog, 15 years ago. Without it, I’m not sure where we would have ended up. He may well have spent a lifetime on a lead.
A dog’s happiness is in doing what they’re bred for. We all need a purpose and our dogs are know different.
If you’re not sure what Pet Gundog Training is, why not come and join one of our introductory sessions?
A one off session where we will introduce you to the skills of a pet gundog:
This is just a preview of what you and your dog will learn in pet gundog training. I guarantee, when you see how much your dog loves pet gundog training, you’ll be hooked for life.
You’ll need your dog’s favourite ball or toy and some tasty treats.
A long line will be needed, but we can lend these if you don’t have them.
If you’re already using a whistle, then bring this along too.
Come and see just how waggy it makes your dog’s tail.
Limited places – 6 only per session.
Saturday (Hedge End) 11.45am
Sunday (Hedge End) 9am – currently full
Coming Soon – Wednesday Mornings New Forest
Book your place and we will contact you to check what start date you would like. If you’re interested in the New Forest classes, please let us know.
Places are limited and very popular, so do book promptly.
Learn retrieving, verbal and whistle commands and some hunting skills. More detail below.
Retrieving can be anything, a toy, a canvas dummy (as in the picture), or a ball.
Ball throwing can do immense damage to our dogs joints. If your dog is a constant ball chaser, teaching your dog a steady retrieve process with a ball, could prevent long term damage.
Teaching your dog to ‘hunt’ for tennis balls in long grass, makes a ball much more fun than just throwing it.
Grading challenges from grade1 – 6.
During the 6 week course your dog will learn,
Recall, lead walking, sit stay and good focus training are all part of the course, so your dog doesn’t have to be perfect at any of these things, but your dog does need some basic training in place.
Any questions please get in touch.
Anyone who fancies a bit of light-hearted competition with their dog!
We don’t mind if your dog is a Yorkshire Terrier, a Great Dane, or a Retriever. If you and your dog love having fun retrieving, then this is for you!
All you need to bring is your dog’s favourite retrieve item, (or you can use our dummies), some tasty treats if needed and a sense of humour.
Monthly sessions while we have the day light.
Don’t miss out – There will be prizes for the winners!
Join us for an evening of fun, tea and biscuits!
Our private training field in Hedge End, SO30 4BG
It’s just a lot of fun, with some exciting retrieve challenges.
There will be 5 retrieve challenges, adapted to your dog’s experience, so don’t be afraid to come along if you’ve never done it before.
There will be the standard over the bale retrieves, the fastest retrieve challenge and more.
Come and join in and see how your dog get’s on.
Limited slots available
Personalised one to one sessions available. Any level, beginner to advanced.
Climb the Tree of Achievement as you work through your pet gun dog gradings.
If you’d like to do this training on a one to one basis we suggest you book two hour slots. Book your first session here and we’ll be in touch to arrange a convenient time for your session.
There will be rest time for your dog as there is plenty to discuss and learn in the classroom.
Check out the details, just click here.
Questions? Get in touch.
Below is a list of some of the more common gun dog breeds. Remember if your dog is a mix of any of the below, so that includes cockapoos and labradoodles then you have a gun dog breed. Poodles themselves are a gun dog breed. The poodle ‘hairstyle’ originated so the fur kept their joints warm when in the water.
People often underestimate the poodle.
We best add the Lagotto Romagnola in after Crufts 2023, although I always think of these dogs as Truffle Hunters.
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