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Beginner Gundog: Foundation Course

Beginner Gundog Foundation Course is our entry-level course for teenage and adult dogs and covers the first part of our Beginner Gundog programme.

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Beginner Gundog Training

Beginner Gundog comprises two levels, each lasting 6 weeks:

•Foundation Course: our entry-level course for all gundog breeds over 4 months of age

•Improver Course: builds on the skills from the Foundation Course, taking them to a higher level

For all group courses, your dog must be comfortable around other dogs. To ensure everyone’s enjoyment and that your dog is in the right emotional state to be trained, it’s important that your dog settles after a short time and does not bark or whine continuously. Additionally, handlers with larger dogs must be able to safely restrain them without being pulled over or losing control of the lead.

If you think your dog may become frustrated or uncontrollably excited in a group of other people and dogs, we recommend our Individual Training Programme instead.

Who Is This Course For?

Gundog training at Acer differs from general dog training classes, which are designed for all breeds.
 
Owners of retriever, spaniel, and pointer breeds will tell you that these dogs need a little bit more, especially when taken out into the countryside. 
 

A lot of general pet dog trainers, especially newly qualified ones, are not experienced in meeting the needs of gundogs, particularly those from working lines. If you are an owner of a retriever, spaniel, or pointer breed, you will know that these dogs need a little bit more. We often have these dogs referred to us by other trainers when they have run out of ideas and don’t know how to harness their boundless energy.

We provide training specifically designed for gundog breeds and suitable for both family pet dogs as well as working gundogs.

 
Our 7 course levels will teach you how to incorporate your dog’s natural desires to chase and hunt into your regular walks. Without proper training, these instincts can become a real problem for untrained gundog owners. 
 
Over the 6 weeks of each course, you’ll learn not to fear these instincts but to harness them.
 
We only use modern, science-backed, ethical training methods based on rewards to motivate your dog. None of the traditional gundog training methods involving fear, punishment, or the use of force to make dogs comply are used in our programmes.

Skills Covered On The Course

Successful completion of Beginner Foundation Course will mean your dog can demonstrate the following skills:

  • Introduction To Heelwork: (on-lead) 10 metres
  • Sit & Stay: teaching the cue, duration (10 secs) & distance (3 metres)
  • Recall: recall around other dogs using a whistle
  • Retrieves: any item, thrown by handler, returned & dropped
  • Hunting Pattern: including turn & hunt whistle cues

Videos Demonstrating Every Exercise

During your course you will receive access to our online videos within our Gundog Training Academy.

The online material contains over 30 video demonstrations, taking you step-by-step through every single training exercise we cover in the classes. There are also detailed notes with every training exercise to provide additional information and support.

The online content will give you a clear structure to follow in your training sessions at home between classes.

MEMBERSHIP OF THE ACER GUNDOG TRAINING

ONLINE ACADEMY

VIDEOS FEATURING EVERY EXERCISE

With training support if you get stuck

MEMBERSHIP OF THE ACER GUNDOG TRAINING

ONLINE ACADEMY

VIDEOS FEATURING EVERY EXERCISE

With training support if you get stuck

Locations

  • Bourn (Cambs)
  • Steeple Morden (South Cambs)
  • Buntingford (Herts)

What's Included In The Course

  • 6 Week Course: 1 hour Classes
  • Membership of the Acer Online Gundog Training Academy during your course:
  • Videos covering every aspect of the course, plus comprehensive written notes explaining all the exercises.
  • Private Client Community for support with the training 7-days a week, plus general chat with other gundog owners who are also training their dog with us
  • Small group sizes: max 7 dogs per class
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All Course Options

Beginner Gundog

Junior Gundog

Advanced Gundog

Beginner Foundation Course

£210.00

Price includes VAT. All bookings subject to our Terms & Conditions

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Head Trainer & Director: Mark Taylor

Registered Address:
Acer Gundog Training Ltd, 41 High Street, Royston, Herts SG8 9AW    |    01223 901340 (during office hours)

Registered Company Number 10711036    |    VAT Registration. 361808402

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