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Positive -Only V PunitiveTraining: What happened to the middle ground?
It can be confusing trying to decide which dog training approach is best for you and your pet gundog. Do you go with the harsh punishment-based system of olden times…
5 Things To Know Before Gundog Training
Training your gundog can be a great experience, but it is important to know what you are getting into. Here are five things you need to know before gundog training….
The Science Behind How to Correct Your Dog Constructively
When it comes to dog training, a lot of people are still under the impression that you have to be harsh with your dog in order to get them to…
Gundog Behavior: Gun Shy or Gun Nervous?
There is a big difference between a gundog that is gun shy and one that is gun nervous. Gun shyness is usually the result of poor training, while gun nervousness…
How To Happily Sort Out Mud Covered Gundogs
We all love our four-legged friends, Â but come to the rain and mud of autumn and winter and even the most loved of dogs is kindly asked to not cuddle…
How Gundogs Have Evolved From Hunting Companions to Multi-Purpose Pets
Gundogs have been around for centuries, and their purpose has always been to help hunters. Whether it was retrieving downed birds, tracking game through the forest, or holding point until…
The Working Dog Training Age Race
Gundogs are the best, especially as pups. They are so cute and fluffy, and they love to play fetch. It’s so much fun to take them out on walks and…
Understanding Reactive, Fearful or Aggressive Dogs
Do you have a dog that seems to be reactive or fearful of other dogs, people, or objects? Or maybe your dog is aggressive and barks or growls at anyone…
Let’s Talk Food Allergies and Intolerances
Just like us humans, dogs too suffer from food allergies and intolerances. One of our lovely members, Charlene Tildsley from The Countryman’s Choice has kindly provided us with this blog…
Coping With Kennel Cough
LWDG Group Expert Claire Denyer talks to us about what it’s like to have to cope with a dog with Kennel Cough in a multi-dog house. Yesterday did not go…
How to Keep Pets Safe and Comfortable During the 2021 Firework Season
During the winter months in the UK, many people celebrate by going to fireworks displays. Fireworks are a fun and exciting way to spend time with friends and family, but…
Which Training Dummy Is Right For My Dog?
There is a bewildering range of dummies on the market. They come in all shapes, sizes and colours. When buying a dummy it can be difficult to know where to…
What Does A Gundog Trainer Do?
I love dogs, but I’m not a dog trainer. In fact, I have no formal training in any area of animal care or behaviour. As the Founder of The Ladies Working…
The Pinewood Training Vest
Happy Hotdogs recently sent 6 ladies from The Ladies Working Dog Group their Light Pinewood Training Vest for us to put them through their paces and see if they are worth the money…
LWDG POD DOG – NEW PODCAST!
I LOVE listening to podcasts every chance I get: walking the dog, exercising, driving, showering…You get the idea! So when a Group Expert, Emma Stevens, suggested we do a public…
The Welsh Springer Spaniel
It’s June and that means it’s time for our second blog post in our Vulnerable Breed Series! This month’s vulnerable breed is The Welsh Springer Spaniel. This blog has been…
Let’s Talk Dachshund
You may be wondering why we have a blog on them, I mean, they’re just a handbag dog aren’t they? Actually, these little wonders are amazing working dogs. Dawn Seago, from K9 Lifestyles,…
Fancy Something Different For Dinner?
We get it- thinking about what to have for dinner all the time is hard. We thought we would help you with a fantastic recipe from BRITISH GAME ASSURANCE– so, Fancy Something Different For…
How To Work With A Cheeky Dog
Guest Blog Post by LWDG Group Expert Claire Denyer Do you find your gundog can be a bit “cheeky’ from time to time? That they know what they’re supposed to do…
Vulnerable Breeds Series: The Pointer
Welcome back to our Vulnerable Breeds Series! This month’s blog is on The Pointer. For those who are new to the series, this is all about raising awareness for vulnerable…
LWDG Collab With On The Peg
They’re finally here! LWDG have collaborated with On The Peg to bring you exclusive Lady Harris Shooting Socks and Wrist Warmers! Both items are available in two colours- Bilberry…
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