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 23, 2025 | Gundog, Puppy
Wondering if your puppy’s quirky behaviour means something more? Learning the signs your puppy is anxious can help you step in before fear becomes a bigger issue. This quiz will guide you through common anxiety signals like freezing, flopping, and frantic sniffing —...
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...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | May 3, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
🐶 If your puppy’s already pulling on the lead… If you’re just starting out with puppy lead training, it can feel like a tug of war from the get-go. Many new puppy owners arrive at classes already struggling with pulling, before training has even begun. But...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Apr 18, 2025 | Behaviour, Gundog, Puppy
If your adolescent dog has suddenly started lunging on the lead, becoming overexcited at the drop of a hat, or finding it impossible to settle, you’re not alone. This turbulent stage of dog development can leave owners scratching their heads — but a simple...
by jill@developyourdog.co.uk | Apr 15, 2025 | Gundog, Puppy
If you’re wondering “do I really need to vaccinate my dog every year?” — you’re not alone. More dog owners in the UK are now exploring titer testing for dogs as a way to check immunity levels before giving routine boosters. I’m one of them — and in this post,...
