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07/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 7 🎄

🎁 Don’t Just Rely on Recall—Prevent the Need for It

A strong recall is essential, but the ultimate goal is a dog that doesn’t want to leave you in the first place. 🐾 Building focus and engagement ensures your dog chooses to stay with you, no matter the distraction.

✨ How to achieve this:
✔️ Be the most interesting thing around: Use toys, treats, or praise to keep your dog engaged.
✔️ Work on impulse control: Teach “leave it” and reward self-restraint.
✔️ Build trust and connection: A strong bond makes your dog less likely to wander.

When your dog doesn’t want to leave, recall becomes a backup, not your only tool. Create a partnership they’ll never want to stray from!

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See you tomorrow for Day 8. 🎅🐶

06/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 6 🎄

🎁 Neutral is the Goal

A well-trained dog is calm and neutral around other dogs and people. 🐾 This skill is essential for a Gundog to stay focused and responsive, no matter the distractions.

✨ How to teach neutrality:
✔️ Practice at a distance: Start in a quiet area where your dog can see others without feeling overwhelmed.
✔️ Reward calm behaviour: Praise and treat when your dog remains relaxed and focused on you.
✔️ Stay consistent: Gradually decrease distance as your dog builds confidence.

Teaching neutrality creates a dog that’s steady, reliable, and a joy to be around. Make it a priority in your training sessions! Need a refresher? Take a look at our on demand resources. Become a Seadogs Sidekick for extra tailored support.

More festive tips coming tomorrow. 🎅🐶

06/12/2024

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05/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 5 🎄

🎁 Don’t Forget the Basics!

It’s easy to focus on advanced skills, but solid foundations are the key to long-term success. 🐾 Regularly practicing basic commands keeps your dog sharp, focused, and responsive.

✨ Why the basics matter:
✔️ They’re the building blocks for more complex tasks.
✔️ They reinforce good habits and consistent behaviour.
✔️ They boost your dog’s confidence by setting them up for success.

Spend time today on sit, stay, recall, and heel. Remember, a well-trained dog starts with strong fundamentals!

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Stay tuned for more festive training tips in our countdown! 🎅🐶

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05/12/2024

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04/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 4 🎄

🎁 Change Yourself to Change Your Dog

Your dog mirrors your behaviour more than you might realise! 🐾 If you want to see a change in your dog, start by looking at how you communicate, react, and lead.

✨ Tips for success:
✔️ Stay calm and consistent: Your dog will follow your emotional energy.
✔️ Be clear: Use simple, consistent cues and body language.
✔️ Lead by example: Show confidence and patience to build trust.

Your dog’s behaviour is a reflection of your actions. Change how you approach training, and watch the transformation happen!

Check back tomorrow for Day 5 of our Christmas countdown! 🎅🐶

04/12/2024

OFFER ENDING IN ONE DAY. DON'T MISS OUT

🐾 New Skills for Your Dog! Start 2025 The Right Way🐾

Our Early Bird offer on the January courses is coming to an end. Only a few more days left for your chance to grab a spot for the next set of courses in the offer. From obedience to gundog training, we’ve got it all covered!

Puppy basics (ONE SPACE LEFT)
Gundog beginner
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04/12/2024

📢 Exciting Workshop Announcement! Rabbit/Pheasant Pen

Following your feedback, we’re thrilled to host a Hunting and Keeping Close Workshop on 29th December, 10am–1pm. 🐾

This interactive session is open to all breeds and will focus on:
✔️ Developing your dog’s hunting skills.
✔️ Maintaining close control during hunting exercises.
✔️ Using our rabbit and pheasant pen to provide realistic training scenarios.

Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or just starting out, this workshop will help refine your dog’s natural abilities while building trust and teamwork.

📍 Cost: £60 per handler (includes one dog).
📍 Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot! The last workshop sold out in hours.

Let’s end the year on a high note with a morning of fun, learning, and progress.

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03/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 3 🎄

🎁 Don’t Overtrain—Know When to Stop!

It’s easy to get carried away when things are going well, but overtraining can turn progress into frustration for both you and your dog. 🐾

✨ Here’s how to avoid overdoing it:
✔️ Recognize success: If your dog gets it right, stop! End on a high note.
✔️ Watch for signs: Losing focus or making mistakes means it’s time for a break.
✔️ Be patient: Training is a journey, not a race—rushing leads to setbacks.

Remember, more isn’t always better. Quit while you’re ahead, and let success sink in. Keep it fun, and your dog will love to learn!

Stay tuned for more tips in our festive countdown. 🎅🐶

03/12/2024

OFFER ENDING

🐾 New Skills for Your Dog! Start 2025 The Right Way🐾

Our Early Bird offer on the January courses is coming to an end. Only a few more days left for your chance to grab a spot for the next set of courses in the offer. From obedience to gundog training, we’ve got it all covered!

Puppy basics (ONE SPACE LEFT)
Gundog beginner
Gundog intermediate
Sunday afternoon group

Early booking offer won’t last long – don’t wait! Secure your spot before the offer ends. 🎯

Give your dog a fresh start this new year – book now and avoid missing out again!

02/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 2 🎄

🎁 Less Is More in Training!

When it comes to training your dog, quality beats quantity every time. 🐾 Short, focused sessions are far more effective than long, repetitive ones that risk frustrating both you and your dog.

✨ Keep it simple:
✔️ 5-10 minutes of clear, consistent training is plenty.
✔️ End on a positive note to keep your dog motivated.
✔️ Focus on one skill at a time—mastery comes with patience.

Remember, less is more. Build success step by step, and watch your dog’s confidence soar!

See you tomorrow for Day 3 of our countdown to Christmas! 🎅🐶

01/12/2024

🎄 Advent Calendar for Dogs: Day 1 🎄

🎁 Rest Days Are Just as Important as Training Days!

As we kick off the festive season, let’s remember that every dog—yes, even your hard-working Gundog—needs rest. 🐾

Rest days:
✔️ Allow your dog’s body to recover from physical activity.
✔️ Help their mind process training sessions.
✔️ Prevent burnout and keep training fun!

So today, swap that high-energy session for a cosy snuggle on the sofa or a peaceful walk. Rest is part of progress, and your dog will thank you for it!

Stay tuned for more tips as we count down to Christmas together! 🎅🐶

29/11/2024

Consistency is Key: Every Interaction is Training

Every time you interact with your Gundog, you’re training—whether you realise it or not. From the way you greet them in the morning to how you handle them in the field, your dog is always learning.

➡️ Are you reinforcing calm behaviour when they sit patiently?
➡️ Are you unintentionally encouraging bad habits like jumping or whining?

Remember, consistency is everything. The small, everyday moments build trust, communication, and reliability in the field.

So, treat every moment—whether it’s a walk, coming out of the crate/dog box, going through doorways, a retrieve, or just hanging out—as an opportunity to shape the Gundog you want. Your effort in the little things will shine through when it matters most.

What are you teaching your dog today? Share below!

28/11/2024

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28/11/2024

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