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176. The Energy You Bring Is the Behaviour You Get
Why mindset matters more than we think in dog training There’s a moment I’ll never forget—Arthur was doing so well with visitors. Calm. Steady. Not a puddle in sight. And…
Podcast Episode 160: Be Unapologetically You in Dog Training and Life
Are you tired of feeling like you have to apologise for everything—even when it comes to asking a simple question? It’s time to embrace your power, stop playing small,…
Podcast Episode 127. Lure Training-Tool or Trap?
Welcome to the subtle art of lure training, where a simple treat can pave the way for advanced dog obedience or set the stage for training challenges. “Lure training, when…
Podcast Episode 126 – When Your Dog’s Behaviour Feels Out Of Control …
In the realm of dog training, it’s a universal truth that every pet owner will, at some point, feel like they’re at their wits’ end. The scenario is all too…
Podcast Episode 124. “Help, I Don’t Have Time to Train My Dog Properly!”
Dog training often conjures images of extended sessions, replete with treats and toys, stretching into uninterrupted hours. Yet, what if I told you that the secret to a well-trained dog…
Podcast Episode 123. Trusting The Process Of Foundational Training
Have you ever dreamt of training your gundog to perform impressive retrieves or hunt alongside you like a pro? While those advanced skills are certainly something to strive for, many…
Podcast Episode121. Why Dog Training Is Never A One-And-Done Job
Welcome to another enlightening episode of “Found It, Fetched It”! Today, we’re diving deep into the heart of why dog training is a journey that never truly ends. Join us…
Podcast Episode 119: Amy’s Journey: From Family Shoots to Gundog Training Days
Amy Weeks, a passionate member of the shooting and gundog community, shares her inspiring journey in this heartfelt interview. From attending her first shoot at the tender age of 4…
Ready to Change the Game with Your Gundog Training?
Do you find yourself each year full of intentions to be organised and set goals for your gundog training, yet somehow never quite getting there? We know how it goes….
An In-Depth Review of “Absolutely Positively Gundog Training” by Robert Milner
Written By LWDG Mindset Coach Emma Liddell. This month I will be looking at ‘Absolutely Positively Gundog Training’ by Robert Milner, first published in 2015. When reading about the author,…
Podcast Episode 95. Square Peg in a Round Hole – When Your Gundog Isn’t Interested in the Task at Hand
Today, we’re diving into an issue that, let’s be honest, most of us have struggled with at some point on our gundog training journey: trying to engage our dogs in…
Podcast Episode 90. Using Behavioural Medication With Your Gundog
Welcome to another exciting episode of the LWDG podcast! In this edition, we delve deep into the topic of behavioural medication for gundogs. Join us as we discuss the increasing…
Book Review Pointer training guide – Laverna Holloman
This month I will be looking at ‘Pointer Training Guide’ by Laverna Holloman first published in 2015. I bought this book at the same time I took on my first…
The Control of Dogs Order 1992: Collar and Tag Requirements for Gundog Owners
As gun dog owners, we all strive to be responsible and law-abiding when it comes to our canine companions. However, it’s surprising how many dog owners are unaware they may…
Book Review ‘What it’s like to be a dog’ – Gregory Berns
This month I will be looking at ‘What’s it like to be a dog’ by Gregory Berns first published in 2018. I was quite excited to read this book, I had…
Episode 86: Adolescence and Hormones In Gundog Training
Adolescence is characterised by significant transformation that shapes a dog’s behaviour and development. During this period, our canine companions transition from playful pups to young adults, and their behaviour undergoes…
Book Review Total Recall – written by Pippa Mattinson
Written by Society Member Emma Liddell This month I will be looking at ‘Total Recall’ by Pippa Mattinson (2012). Pippa Mattinson is another big name in the dog training world…
Episode 85: From Basic to Advanced: Understanding the Different Types of Retrieving for Gundogs
In this week’s episode, we discuss the different types of retrieving for gundogs, from basic to advanced. We cover basic retrieves and more advanced retrieves like blind retrieves and memory…
Understanding Canine Cognitive Dysfunction: Dog Dementia
Written By Samantha Thorneycroft-Taylor (Group Expert) The vast majority of us enter dog ownership knowing, sadly, that it’s likely we will outlive them. The good news is that veterinary medicine…
The Importance of Boundaries for Your Gundog: Building Trust and Enhancing Performance
Welcome to our latest blog post on gundog training! In this podcast and post, we are going to delve deeper into the importance of establishing boundaries for your gundog and…
Episode 79. Training Gundogs: Taming the Perfection Monster and Embracing Imperfection
In this podcast, we explore the pressure of training gundogs to be perfect and how it affects us as women trainers. We discuss the negative consequences of perfectionism, including frustration,…
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