What Is Gundog Training?

Gun dogs are used to hunt all sorts of game. Some are used in the pursuit of big game, although the majority of working gun dogs are used to hunt upland game birds.

What age should you start gundog training?

If your gundog puppy is confident you should be able to start at about seven to eight months of age. If she is timid then leave things until she is a year old. Gundog trainers usually wait until the dog is eight months old when hearing has developed properly.

What does Gun dog training involve?

Basic obedience for a gundog includes a good recall, a reliable sit/stay, and the ability to walk calmly at his handler's side (heelwork)[wp_ad_camp_1]You can teach all these skills at home with your dog, but you will then need to proof your training against increasingly challenging distractions, including other dogs.