Beginners Gundog (Next Course 9th August 2026)
The criteria and aim for this course will be to teach you and your dog the following.
Based on the Grade One field test your dog will be training to walk a short distance at heel on a lead, sit and stay whilst you walk away, come when he is called, and carry out some simple retrieves.
Obedience
HEEL- The handler is required to walk the dog on a loose lead from the line to the 20 yard sit marker.
SIT- The handler is required to sit the dog at the 20-yard marker with one command, remove the lead, and to return to the line without the dog.
STAY- The dog must remain seated for two minutes. The handler can give the dog one ‘stay’ reminder either before returning to the line, or from the line if he wishes to do so.
RECALL- The handler will be required to recall the dog from the line by voice or whistle without undue delay and to replace his lead without fuss.
Retrieving
RETRIEVE NO 1 A single marked retrieve on land and in clear view at 15 yards.
RETRIEVE NO 2 A single marked retrieve on land and in clear view at 20 yards.
Note: This course consists of 6x1hr sessions spread over 12 weeks (One session every two weeks)
What you will need to bring:
Slip Lead
2 x Gundog Dummies
1 x Whistle & Lanyard
Long Line (if you dog does not recall)
All items are available from Sporting Saint or Muntjac Trading, see the links below...
Online (Via The App)
Gundog Beginners Course
Build the foundations — heelwork, sit, stay, recall and retrieving — to the Grade One field test standard. You are personally guided and assessed throughout by Paul Daly of Gundog Training Northampton. You work at your own pace, film your dog when you believe you have reached the standard, and only progress once your trainer is satisfied that you and your dog are ready.
GTN Level Two Gundog Course
Take your dog to the next stage of their gundog training, developing their handling skills while learning how to maintain reliable behaviours as excitement, distance, distractions and complexity increase. You are personally guided and assessed throughout by Paul Daly of Gundog Training Northampton. You work at your own pace, film your dog when you believe you have reached the standard, and only progress once your trainer is satisfied that you and your dog are ready.