Your dog isn’t
difficult

They're doing exactly what they were bred to do.

The answer isn't stopping those instincts.

It's giving them somewhere productive to go.

For pet dogs first. Gundogs second.

Practical training for everyday life

Build focus that lasts

Channel natural instincts

Enjoy everyday life together

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You don't need to work your dog on a shoot.

You don't need tweed.

You don't even need a dummy.

What you do need is somewhere for those instincts to go.

That's what pet gundog training is.

We stop fighting those instincts and start giving them a job.

Hunting becomes searching.

Retrieving becomes teamwork.

Using their nose becomes something that works for you instead of against you.

The bonus?

Everyday life usually gets easier too.

Those instincts aren't the problem.

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What changes

You become interesting again

Your dog starts checking in with you.

Walks become quieter

Not because they're tired.

Because they're thinking.

You stop negotiating

Your dog starts making better choices.

You trust your recall

Instead of hoping.

It starts feeling easier

Not perfect.

Just easier.

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Is this your dog?

These are the dogs who usually thrive with pet gundog training.

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You can’t train instincts out.

But you can teach your dog how to use them.

You’ll probably love this if…

  • Your spaniel thinks every hedge is hiding buried treasure

  • Your retriever believes carrying something is a full time job

  • Your HPR has never met a pigeon they weren't convinced they could catch

  • You spend half your walks asking, "What have you got now?"

  • You'd love a dog who works with you instead of freelancing

  • You'd rather understand your dog than constantly try to control them

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  • You're looking for a quick fix

  • You want every dog to follow exactly the same programme

  • You'd rather stop the behaviour than understand why it's happening

This probably isn't for you if...

If you smiled at more than one of those...
I think you'll feel right at home here.

Understand

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First we get to know the dog you've actually got.

Not the one social media told you you should have.

We learn what motivates them, what excites them and what helps them learn.

Here’s how we get there

You don't need to have done any gundog training before.

You don't need a dog that works on a shoot.

In fact, plenty of dogs here never will.

You just need a dog that enjoys using their brain, their nose and working with you.

Every dog starts somewhere different. So every plan looks a little different.

The destination stays the same.

Connection

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Before we ask for steadiness or retrieves, we build the one thing everything else depends on.

Your dog choosing to work with you.

That relationship becomes the foundation for everything that follows.

Channel

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We stop fighting those instincts.

And start working with them instead.

Searching

rieving

Hunting

Stopping

Waiting

All the things your dog already loves doing. Only now they are doing them with you instead of despite you.

Practice

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Training doesn’t happen in perfect circles.

So we don’t stay there.

  • Fields

  • Woodland

  • Distraction

  • Other dogs

  • Real lilfe

Because that's where life actually happens.

Training should be something both ends of the lead look forward to.

Everyday Life

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This isn’t about producing a competition dog.

It’s about walks that feel enjoyable again.

Recall you can actually trust.

A dog who wants to work with you.

And a partnership that keeps getting stronger long after the course has finished.

Every dog starts with a conversation.

Then we build the training around the dog
standing in front of us.

Book your assessment
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“Sam’s knowledge and kindness is just what every dog parent needs. Her approach is kind and respectful. Can’t recommend Sam enough.”
— Helen & Gigi

Real dogs. Real people. Real change.

Every dog has their own story.
Here are just a few of the teams we’re proud to have supported.

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“Training has become an hour of wonderful bonding time. Nellie has become brilliant at understanding my body language - I often get comments on how well she responds.”
— Sam & Nellie
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“Sam is the best dog trainer we have ever come across. We were previously told out working line high drive dog was agressive and were told we were being too soft. Sam assessed out dog and concluded no aggresssion. No muzzle needed. That alone changed everything and the relief was immense.

All the training is kind and centres on what’s best for the dog and how to help them manage situtations in a positive way. No pressure or force. The training is tailored to the individual dog and thier needs.

A knowledgable skilled trainer who gets real results through positive kind training.”
— Caroline & Nessa

Lets get started

Some people start with a 1:1.

Some jump straight into a course.

Plenty end up doing both.

Most people simply start with one six week course.

Then decide where they'd like to go next.

Both will teach exactly the same philosophy.

There isn't a right way to start.
The best option is simply the one that suits you, your dog and your confidence right now.

One to One

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Personalised support.
Built entirely around
you and your dog.
Ideal if you'd like to start at your own pace.

£75

60 minutes session

Start with a 1:1

Six Week Course

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Small groups.
Maximum four dogs.
Learn alongside people with dogs just like yours.

£240

6 week course

View course dates

Not sure where to start?

Tell me a little about your dog and what life looks like at the moment.

We'll work it out together.

You don’t need shooting ambitions.
You don’t need the right breed.

You just need a dog that enjoys working with you.