by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Sep 26, 2024 | Gundog
The Surprising Benefits of Gundog Training for Every Dog Gundog training might conjure images of dogs in the field retrieving game, but its benefits go far beyond shooting sports. Whether or not you plan to take your dog on a shoot, the benefits of gundog training are...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Sep 2, 2024 | Gundog
How Goat’s Milk Can Improve Hydration for Sporting Dogs As a result of my competition Labrador, Ezra, consuming large amounts of water on training days, I began to wonder how this was impacting his performance. He tends to pant a lot—sometimes from excitement or...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Aug 26, 2024 | Behaviour, Gundog
Introducing a New Dog to Your Household: A Step-by-Step Guide Bringing a new dog into your home can be an exciting but challenging experience, especially in a household with other dogs. Introducing a new dog properly is crucial for creating a smooth and harmonious...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Jun 2, 2024 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
Wilf’s Rehabilitation Journey: Overcoming Elbow Dysplasia Rehabilitation for elbow dysplasia in dogs is a long but rewarding process. These before-and-after photos tell the story of Wilf’s incredible journey since his diagnosis in July last year. With the expert...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Jan 5, 2024 | Gundog
I often tell my clients that the best way to learn is to go and help out at Gundog Club Test Day or local club trail, and in the spirit of practicing what I preach, yesterday I went to help at the Meon Valley Working Spaniel Club on their Novice AV Trial just outside...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Dec 18, 2023 | Gundog
My First Experience at the IGL Retriever Championship Earlier this week, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the IGL Retriever Championship for the first time. Held in the stunning Scottish countryside, it promised to be an adventure—and it didn’t disappoint....
