Would you like your dog obedience trained to the standard of a working dog? Although I specialise in gun dog training I can offer expert training for any breed of pet dog. If you have just bought a new puppy see my page especially on puppy training.
Many owners of pet dogs get in touch because they have a working dog breed and our training takes place in open countryside. We train all our dogs in basic obedience and how to carry out work related tasks, and they love it!
My understanding of what makes a dog tick means I can get the dog working with you and enjoying their exercises and training. Be careful though, many of my clients have come to me for pet dog training, have got the bug and gone on to work their dogs for real!
Common specific problems I am experienced in overcoming are:
- Pulling on the lead
- Aggression towards other dogs
- Failure to recall
Facilities
My regular training ground comprises of over six acres with access to more below. The training environments are:
- Rabbit Pen
- Hunting Grounds
- Jumping Alley
- Livestock Paddocks
Classes
I offer a range of training classes for you to get exactly what you want for your Pet Dog including:
- Group training classes
- One to One
- Home visits
Take a look at my dog training classes page to see dates and prices or get in touch if you have any requirements not covered here.
FAQ’s
Do you only train Gundogs?
No. Any gundog needs to learn the basic obedience skills first. These are not breed specific. I have experience of training most breeds.
Can I have a Gundog and a Petdog?
Yes. A lot of excellent dogs live with the family. There does need to be some house rules. If you were to train your dog first as a Gundog then you would have a pet still, for life.
My dog is a rescue and I don’t know his/her history. Can something still be done?
Yes. Dogs respond very much to what is happening right now. Some habits may take longer to change than others, but your dog will not be living in the past.
I have never been on a shoot. How can I train a Gundog?
I can train a Gundog to a very high standard without going near a shoot. It is in fact what I do with my own working dogs. I recommend that you attend a shoot without a dog to distract you and see what it is all about. I have been able to arrange this for limited numbers, or put you in touch with someone in your area.
Can I teach an old dog new tricks?
Yes. Generally past the age of about 4 years dogs require more work than youngsters would, but certainly than can learn new things. A dog that has been chasing or hunting without control for a long period can be altered, but a highly trained Gundog is not likely.
Do you use food treats?
Sometimes to help get a specific idea to a dog. I would praise as well, with a view to reducing food treats. Beware of using food to encourage a potential Gundog to retrieve. It will most likely to learn to drop the retrieve to get the food.
Where are you?
About midway between Tunbridge Wells and Hastings, say 20 minutes from either town.
Do you do home visits?
Yes. Please contact me for further information.