We're off to do some pet gundog training today under the cover of the barn @southdowns unleashed. There is so much we can do with our dogs when the weather is rubbish, without stepping outside! At home you can work on positions, luring, holding an object, body awareness/proprioception, tricks etc and wrap that up with some scentwork/finds and breed/age appropriate play and don't forget a cuddle on the sofa! Enjoy the wet & wild afternoon!
Steadiness
Me and the Dog's Choice hounds are participating in the fabulous Jane Ardern's 7 day Gundog Retrieve Challenge. Lottie is 12.5yrs old (and mostly collie with a touch of spaniel) and loves a little challenge!
Day 1 is working on steadiness. I think she smashed it and had loads of fun in the process.
If you are interested in improving your dog's focus, reliability and obedience skills, whilst you both have the best time, look out for our new classes in early 2025! Great for ALL breeds of dog 😊🐶🐕🦮🐕🦺
Outtake from today's training session 🤣
Apologies for the cancellations and delay in replying to messages, we are currently self-isolating and feeling a bit rough. I will get back to you as soon as feeling up to it.
I did manage to make a snuffle ball...please see video for how NOT to use it 🙈
If your dog enjoys interactive food toys but you're fed up of bits of food under the sofa/fridge...
Lottie has a strong desire to chase. Though I wouldn't recommend repetitive toy chasing, controlled chase and play give her a much needed outlet for this.
Excuse the terrible throw...usually we incorporate hunting play too, where she needs to hunt the toy in the long grass. This time she's straight to it.
Spring is finally just around the corner. If you have hunting type dogs like me it may be just the right time to recharge your recall!
If you would benefit from a recall refresher, or if you are just beginning to teach recall, drop me an email on [email protected] titled 'recall workshop' for details of upcoming recall workshops!
Nellie has hit the beginning of adolescence and is particularly easily distracted at the moment. Well done Sarah, this was not easy at all!
Look at these guys smashing their off lead controlled walking! Well done guys x
I guess the Elves are working out who's been naughty or nice!...
4 bits of kibble lasting about 2 minutes. Gotta be good!
