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 after practical exercises – inspired by traditional gundog work. No previous experience is needed and all breeds are welcome.
Training is suitable for:
emotional well-being, learning and relationship building.
What we work on
Classes may include:
Foundation Level
Progression Level
Intermediate Level
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.
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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.