by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Oct 9, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
Ever wondered why your dog’s heelwork is great at home but disappears on a walk? Heelwork training for dogs is not just about obedience. It is about building focus that can survive real world distractions. In class your dog looks like a star pupil, walking calmly by...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Aug 14, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
Why Teenage Dogs Forget Training If your puppy suddenly ignores you, you’re not alone. Many owners notice that teenage dogs usually between (6–18 months) seem to lose the skills they mastered as puppies. This isn’t bad behaviour it’s part of adolescence, when your...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Jun 24, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
Puppy mouthing behaviour can be frustrating—but it’s also a totally natural part of puppyhood. If you’ve found yourself Googling how do I stop my puppy biting?, you’re not alone. This guide will help you understand what’s going on and how to support your puppy with...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Jun 13, 2025 | Behaviour, Puppy
Struggling with puppy pulling on lead? You’re not alone. Many owners find their puppy walks beautifully during class—but the minute they step outside the training field, the lead goes tight and the pulling begins. It’s frustrating, especially when you’ve just spent an...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | May 26, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
If you’re trying to train a distracted gundog, and wondering if it will ever feel less chaotic—please know this: it absolutely can. There’s a moment in training when things just click. Not in a fireworks-and-glory kind of way, but in a quiet, grounding, deeply...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | May 11, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
If your dog is always on the go, struggling to relax, or barking the moment you’re not engaging with them, you’re not alone. Many owners unintentionally raise dogs who can’t switch off. The good news? You can train an “off switch” just...
