1015am Advanced Spaniels

Class Description

Refine your dog’s performance and prepare for real working scenarios with our Advanced Gundog Training programme—ideal for those looking to pursue the Kennel Club Working Gundog Certificate, working tests or elevate their dog’s off-lead discipline and working precision. Whether you’re aiming for trials, shoot-day roles, or just a highly polished companion, this course delivers focused, field-ready training tailored for experienced gundogs and handlers. Who Is It For? This class is suited to: Handlers and dogs with solid recall, stop, and retrieve foundations Those preparing for the KCWGC assessment or similar working tests Owners seeking shoot-day steadiness, control, and game-simulated drills Dogs should have experience working off-lead and be confident with dummies, whistle cues, and group training environments. What You’ll Learn The Advanced class focuses on control, polish, and performance under pressure—building a dog that is reliable, responsive, and calm in the field. Key areas of focus include: Hunting Patterns: Controlled quartering and cover work Multiple Retrieves: Memory and seen retrieves under distraction Stop to Whistle at Distance: Quick and consistent stops for direction changes Blind Retrieves: Building confidence in unmarked send-aways Remote Directional Handling: Use of hand signals and whistles to guide the dog with precision Marked Retrieves to Shot: Steadiness and delivery after simulated gunshot Walking to Heel Off-lead: Especially through challenging terrain Steadiness to Distraction: Remaining composed amid thrown dummies, other dogs, or noise We simulate shoot-day scenarios including drive lines, walk-ups, and working around other dogs to mimic assessment conditions and practical working environments. We also provide mock assessments and feedback on areas of improvement, helping handlers understand exactly what is expected during certification tests.