The Pet Gundog Puppy: A common sense approach to training your gundog: 1

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No list of best dog training books can go without talking about gun dogs and hunters who love a canine companion on their hunts. As athletes, gun dogs may need specialized diets. Some dogs do well on commercially produced dog food for working dogs, but others may struggle with weight issues and need a tailor-made diet. Certain gun dog breeds may have health conditions that necessitate diets with specific requirements. Diet may play a role in training if your dog appears to run out of energy halfway through the hunt or becomes too thin or over-weight to deal with the training requirements. If you are dealing with dietary issues in your gun dog, consider consulting an animal nutritionist. Veterinary Nutritionists In “The Secret Language of Dogs,” Victoria Stilwell now covers life and behavior from your dog’s point of view, so that you can work with your canine companion to succeed in training. Written by a doctor of veterinary sciences, this book approaches puppy training during the first seven days after you've adopted him and brought the puppy into your home.

Jo Laurens, author of the book Force-Free Gundog Training, notes that most people who live with dogs from hunting breeds don’t work them. “Due to their genetics and pedigrees, these dogs still have the instincts and desire to hunt but, unlike working gundogs, they have no structured outlet for this,” she says. “It’s a mistake for people to assume that if they don’t plan to hunt, they don’t need gundog training. This belief leads to out-of-control dogs and in turn to a restricted and impoverished life for dogs who aren’t allowed off-leash at all.” In her book, dog trainer and author Annie Phenix focuses on the use of positive training methods to reinforce desired behavior and reduce unwanted reactions or aggression. However, in terms of using it for training a dog, I find this book is useful for dog owners who have pets that have been through plenty of basic obedience training but still maintained some problem behaviors. 4. The Dog Listener: Learn How to Communicate with Your Dog

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One of the hardest parts of working with a new puppy is making it through the first few weeks of sleep training. If your dog is going to be kenneled at the trainer, ask to inspect the kennels. The kennels should be clean, and the dogs should look settled and comfortable. Be sure to enquire how many times a week your dog will be trained and whether the training will occur only at the kennels or out on hunts. Also, ask about the sanitization of kennels and deworming protocols. A good kennel manager will insist on deworming any new dog coming into the kennels unless a veterinary certificate indicates deworming has been done recently. Who Is Training Your Gun Dog?

Here is a book that cannot fail to fascinate anyone that is passionate about spaniels. Printed in 1998, not only is it full of useful training advice from an experienced spaniel handler, it contains a unique analysis of successful Field Trial spaniels in the UK. Not to be missed 6 Gundogs, their learning chain by Joe Irving Her book on how to train a dog using positivity only is the perfect addition for a dog owner experiencing difficulty with their “basically” trained dog. Robert’s book includes information on a dog’s perceptions, communication, and learning methods. This is valuable information for any dog owner. Milner’s training model is upbeat and enjoyable for both the handler and the dog. He has trained not only gun dogs but also search and rescue dogs and scent detection dogs. He has over fifty years of experience training dogs. The breeder must know their puppies well and advise you on the best puppy for your family and home situation. They will match the puppy to the discipline in which you wish to participate.There are a variety of training methods for gun dogs. It is confusing to know which one is the best to choose. Methods based on modern positive reward-based learning are usually more enjoyable for both the handler and the gun dog. This does not mean that other approaches are not valid or useful. If you are uncertain about which training method to employ, consider the following factors; Several books crop up whenever you ask for advice on the best reference books for gun dogs. Some of them might be a little old-fashioned, but the truths in them are invaluable. There are many gun dog training resources, including books, DVDs, online courses, and health professionals. Trainers offer individual sessions, seminars, and gun dog schools. Breeders can have valuable input into helping choose the right dog for your discipline and answering your questions.

Entering the gun dog world can be bewildering and confusing. Knowing where to start is difficult and finding expert trainers requires time and a lot of leg work. At times you may become stumped by a problem with your gun dog and not know how to go about correcting it. The difficulty is knowing which trainer and which approach will help you. The internet is filled with resources, but how do you know the correct one to choose and what approach you wish to take in training or rehabilitating your dog. Breeders are enthusiasts of their chosen breed. As such, they are usually knowledgeable and an excellent first option if a problem confounds you. When selecting a breeder, there are some important considerations to take into account: I mostly recommend this book for new and inexperienced dog owners along with any of the solid training guides listed. Focussed on building a relationship with your dog that is based on trust and common sense, The Pet Gundog covers training exercises that enable you to walk out with a dog you can be proud to take anywhere, as well as behaviour changing techniques that help you develop a well-mannered and relaxed dog at home; after all, who wants to live with a bolshie, bad mannered gundog?

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The objective of this stage of training is to demonstrate to the dog what the sit word means. At this stage ‘sit’ is not yet a command. All you need to do is to link the word sit, with the sitting position as often as you can. Sit-praise-pause-release. Help the dog into position whilst you say the word ‘sit’. Try and get ten of these little sits in a session. Try and fit in two or three sessions a day. You are building a ‘word association’ in your dog’s brain. After two or three days of this your pup will have a mental link between the act of sitting and the word sit. He does not know that very soon he must sit, but he has an idea of what sit means. Next we are going to teach him that he must sit every time he hears the sound ‘sit’. This is why the Gundog Club has launched the Graded Training Scheme for gundogs. The scheme helps you and your gundog move up the training ladder in achievable steps. It takes a wide berth, talking breeds, problem-solving, pointing specificities, and more. This is more of an instructive, which is what I’m looking for as I begin my new training journey. And it looks to be a great one for the owners of the fabulous and elegant pointing breeds.

Just like pet dog training, a gundog must be able to obey his basic commands in a range of different situations. You will need to teach your dog to sit and stay, to come when called and so on, even when there are other dogs and people about.Q – Will he hold the sit position without help for a couple of seconds until you give the release command? Once you have the dog in the sitting position however briefly you need to reward, pause and release. Victoria Stilwell is a world-renowned dog trainer, and she's well-known for her extremely positive approach to training dogs. Choose a breeder who breeds dogs proven on hunting fields and trial competitions. Proven parents will give you a much better chance of succeeding in training your gun dog. Remember that genetics play an important role in abilities.