S&C TV | Gundog training steadiness, with Howard Kirby

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In our second gundog training video with Howard Kirby of Mullenscote Gundogs, we're taking a closer look at how to achieve steadiness in the field with your gundog. We all know shoot days are a big step-up from training at home, and even a dog that displays perfect steadiness when working with training dummies might not remain quite so calm and obedient when you swap that dummy for a pheasant!
Training steadiness in gundogs in the shooting field is something you can work on over time, as they gradually become more accustomed to the excitement of shoot days... if you have the right techniques in your toolbox!
In this video Howard shows us three techniques that can be used while actually working your dog on a shoot day, or in training, and which can re-used as often as required. Even if you work your dog on a lead and have no great desire to do things differently, these exercises may help you reduce pulling and create a more enjoyable, relaxed day out for both you and your dog!
Enjoy!

[@hughosborne3984]

Great tip about taking the lead off after a drive and maybe even doing a little heel away before sending the dog for a retrieve!

[@andrewsait3946]

This is one of the best videos on steadiness i have seen ! i'm on my fourth Lab and having a bit my time on my hands i have adopted your techniques which is showing in his training and also at 17 months he has been on two seasons of shooting having only picking up only one bird on the last day of the shoot ! having previously been to eager to rush in with my past Labs i am hoping that he continues with his steadiness. Great video Howard keep them coming.