My spaniel is being disobedient to my instructions.
Mark Whitehouse
How should I train my gundog protégé?
I own a spaniel and want to get involved with field trials and working tests.
What should I feed my gundog on shoot day?
I'm a little confused as to what's best.
Will my gundog ever react well to shot?
My young spaniel currently reacts badly to it.
Why won’t my gundog retrieve cold game?
He's got a fantastic pedigree but isn't a good retriever.
Why do tame gundogs get aggressive?
My spaniel has started to turn on other dogs on shoot day.
What gundog training do you recommend over summer?
I have been training a young gundog and things seem to be coming together well, both socially and with all the basic training mastered.
How can I ensure my puppy bonds with my old gun dog?
I'm worried my 10-year-old spaniel won't take to the new puppy I've just bought. What problems do you think I may encounter?
Does dried food improve a gun dog’s performance?
In the past I have fed tripe and meat mine with a plain biscuit mixer and had good results.
Why is my gundog so possessive?
He is reluctant to release freshly shot birds and his grip gets tighter. Dummies are no problem. I've tried to be firm and gentle but it's not working.
Should I allow my gundog be used at stud?
Will my gundog change in temperament if used at stud and what should I charge?
Can you improve a gundog’s focus?
My gundog is easily distracted and would drop a retrieve and chase if given the chance. What do you suggest to overcome this problem?
How do I stop my gundogs squabbling?
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Will my gundog mature after training?
Because of my work commitments I have decided to send my 12-month-old gundog away for training. Do you think she will be mature enough to take out this next season…
Should I send my gundog to a pro?
I have been training a young spaniel myself and although it's my first I feel that I have done a good job installing all the basic sit, stay, walk at…
Should I train my cocker spaniel as a peg dog or hunter?
My new cocker spaniel puppy is eventually going to replace my 10-year-old springer spaniel. I have spoken to several people and have received different views on training a cocker spaniels.…
Should we take a litter from a headstrong bitch?
We own a three-year old English springer spaniel bitch who is very headstrong at times and has lots of energy to burn.
How will my career change effect my dogs’ lives?
I have recently had to change my job and I have two 15-month-old cocker spaniels.
How do I improve my gundog’s peg behaviour?
Our spaniel gets very excited when gun's start to shoot much to our and other's annoyance. Is there a solution?
How can I stop my spaniel gun dog from dominating?
At the beginning my gun dog was quiet and submissive and easy to control. We have had her now just over five months, and during the last two months she…