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Where To Start When Training A Hunt Point Retrieve Dog
If you’re interested in learning about Hunt Point Retrieve dog breeds, their backgrounds, how to train them, and their characteristics, this podcast is for you! In this episode, we discuss…
Littermate Syndrome: What It Is and How to Deal With It
If you have more than one dog in your household, then you may be familiar with the term “littermate syndrome.” Littermate Syndrome, also sometimes called Sibling Aggression or Littermate Aggression,…
Do Gundogs Make Good Pets? The Pros & Cons of Owning a Gun Dog in 2022
Gun dogs, or gundogs, are a type of hunting dog that is used for flushing out and retrieving game. They are bred for their ability to work with hunters in…
Rescuing a High-Drive Dog During the Lockdown: A Trainer’s Perspective
Guest post by LWDG Group Expert Samantha Thorneycroft Taylor I don’t often write about my dogs on social media, but I wanted to share a little story about  Marshall my German…
How to Allow Your Dog Free Time While Maintaining Safety & Obedience
Many gundog owners struggle with the decision of whether or not to give their dogs free time to roam whilst out walking. On the one hand, it’s lovely to see…
How Any Pet Dog Can Take Part in Gundog Training
All dog owners want their pets to be happy and enjoy life. For many people, this means taking part in gundog training. But what if your pet dog isn’t a…
Dog Viruses And Vaccines: The Basics You Need To Know with Vet Sophie Bell
Did you know that viruses are common in dogs and can cause serious illnesses? Vaccines help protect your dog from these viruses, and it is important to educate yourself about…
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….
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…
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,…
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…
The Irish Water Spaniel
It’s July’s edition of our Vulnerable Breeds series! This month, we are looking at the Irish Water Spaniel. The Kennel Club’s Native Vulnerable Breed list has many native breeds that are under…
Getting Prepared for A Litter
Are you getting ready for your first litter? Or perhaps you have had litters before but you’re not 100% on the best equipment for the arrival, whelping or rearing? Welcoming…
Vulnerable Breed Blog: Sussex Spaniel
This blog is the first of the series where we speak to a club about their vulnerable breed. Using THE KENNEL CLUB’S NATIVE VULNERABLE BREED LIST, we reached out to different…
An Introduction To Understanding Wind Patterns (When Working Non-HPR Breeds) – Part 2
LEANNE SMITH Featured Expert, Dogs R Dogs This Blog follows Emma’s Blog on the basics of using the wind, I am going to explore in greater depth the hunting breeds…
Cold Pressed Dog Food Explained
So, what is Cold Pressed Dog Food? When it comes to Cold Pressing dog food, the main aim is to deliver the convenience of dried kibble food, in a food…
Indoor Training Exercises For Working Dogs
Indoor Training Exercises For Working Dogs & Gundogs With Storm Ciara ( and now Storm Eunice) keeping many of us in our homes, Featured Expert Claire Denyer from FAMILY DOG SERVICES…
How To Add Weight To Your Working Dog
Keeping weight on a working dog can be difficult, especially as the shooting seasons start. A dog’s weight will vary on a number of factors. Some are hereditary, their type,…
Developing And Maintaining Your Dogs Desire To Retrieve
Claire Denyer, Featured Expert This subject is very close to my heart as we see many dogs who appear to have little to no desire to retrieve. It’s quite a common…
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