Classical conditioning in a nutshell for gundog trainers
Made famous by Pavlov’s dogs, classical conditioning is the process whereby two events become so closely associated that one predicts the other. This article is part of a series on clicker training...
View ArticleChoosing a gundog puppy : which breed
People often ask for my advice on what breed of gundog they should choose for their first puppy. Mostly, they don’t want my advice. They just want confirmation that the Large Munsterlander, Brittany...
View ArticleChoosing a gundog: your guide
Choosing a gundog is an important event in your life. From what type of gundog is best for you, to choosing your first gundog puppy, this part of the website is the section you need. It’s your guide...
View ArticleWhat age should you start training your gundog puppy?
Avid readers of gundog training books will have noticed that many books advise that you should not start training your puppy until he is over six months old. One commenter on this website mentioned...
View ArticleRetrieving Problems: your gundog’s temperament
Retrieving can be a thorny issue for some gundog owners. And retrieving problems are common. Whether it is disinterest in retrieving, or a more specific issue like delivery, there are lots of...
View ArticleWhat does ‘punishment’ mean to a clicker gundog trainer
To most of us, the word punishment means something pretty horrible. And often painful. But to a clicker trainer, punishment has a much more specific meaning. ‘Punishment’ to a force free trainer is...
View ArticleGundog Insurance from Bought By Many
*Sponsored article* Bought By Many, the company bringing people power to insurance, today announces a new offer for gundog owners in the UK. All responsible dog owners would agree that their dogs’...
View ArticleThe Labrador Handbook – Coming Soon!
Coming soon – a brand new guide to the world’s most popular gundog breed! Find out everything you ever wanted to know about the wonderful Labrador Retriever in this fantastic new book, The Labrador...
View ArticleSpaniels and Why Not to Walk Them
We have endless discussions on my Positive Gundogs Facebook Group about free running. Why it doesn’t matter, why it does matter. There are two sides to the debate of course, and both have their...
View ArticleThe Positive Gundogs Group
IMPORTANT: MOST APPLICATIONS TO JOIN THE POSITIVE GUNDOG GROUP ARE TURNED DOWN. IF YOU WISH TO JOIN THE GROUP, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY This is an information page for members of the Positive Gundogs...
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