FUN GUN DOG TRAINING FOR ALL DOGS WHO ENJOY LEARNING, SEARCHING AND RETRIEVING

Fun Gun Dog classes are designed for pet dogs and their handlers who want to enjoy the skills, partnership and enrichment of gundog-style training in a supportive, force-free environment.
These classes focus on building teamwork, engagement, self-control and confidence through rewarding games and practical exercises inspired by traditional gundog work. No previous experience is needed and all breeds are welcome.

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Training is suitable for:

Pet dogs who enjoy carrying, chasing or searching

Dogs who need positive outlets for natural instincts

Owners looking for fun, structured training activities

Young dogs building focus and life skills

Dogs who benefit from confidence-building and enrichment

All training is completely force free, using reward-based methods that support
emotional well-being, learning and relationship building.

Training is suitable for:

Pet dogs who enjoy carrying, chasing or searching
Dogs who need positive outlets for natural instincts
Owners looking for fun, structured training activities
Young dogs building focus and life skills
Dogs who benefit from confidence-building and enrichment
All training is completely force free, using reward-based methods that support
emotional well-being, learning and relationship building.

What We Work On

Classes may include:

Recall and responsiveness

Retrieve games

Hunting and searching skills

Stop and steadiness exercises

Focus around distractions

Lead walking and connection

Calmness and impulse control

Directional handling games

Confidence and problem-solving activities

Exercises are adapted to suit individual dogs and handlers, helping each team
progress at their own pace.

Foundation Level

The Foundation level is ideal for beginners or dogs new to Fun Gun Dog training.

This level focuses on creating strong training foundations through games and
engagement exercises. Dogs learn how to work with their handler while developing
confidence, focus and motivation.

Skills may include:

Building engagement

Toy and food motivation

Introduction to retrieve games

Basic hunting patterns

Recall foundations

Stop whistle introduction

Calm starts and finishes

Handler focus and connection

The aim is to create enthusiasm, teamwork and clear communication in a relaxed
and supportive environment.

Progression Level

The Progression level develops the skills introduced in Foundation and introduces
more challenge, control and distance work.
Dogs begin to work with greater independence while maintaining connection and
responsiveness to their handler.
Skills may include:
Improved retrieves
Directional handling
Memory retrieves
Hunting larger areas
Steadiness around movement
Increased duration and distance
Whistle cues
Working around distractions
This level helps dogs build reliability, confidence and thoughtful decision-making.
Intermediate Level

Intermediate classes are designed for dogs and handlers with established foundation skills who are ready for more advanced training scenarios.
Exercises become more complex and may involve combinations of skills, varied environments and greater levels of control and precision.

Skills may include:

Advanced retrieve exercises

Multiple memories

Blind retrieves

Advanced handling skills

Greater steadiness challenges

Working in different environments

Improved accuracy and responsiveness

Longer duration work

Training continues to prioritise the dog’s emotional well-being, confidence and enjoyment while developing practical working skills.

Gundog Club Graded Scheme

Classes include opportunities for dogs and handlers to work towards assessment under The Gundog Club Graded Scheme.

The scheme provides a fun and supportive way to measure progress and celebrate training achievements through structured assessments at different levels.

Participation in assessments is optional and handlers are welcome to attend classes simply for enjoyment, enrichment and skill development.

A Supportive Learning Environment

Training takes place in a positive, encouraging atmosphere where both dogs and handlers are supported as individuals.

Sessions are designed to be enjoyable, practical and achievable, helping dogs channel natural instincts in productive ways while strengthening the relationship between dog and handler.