Gun Dog Tasters, Classes and 1:1 Training Sessions

An introduction to the Gun Dog World!

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Worcester Dogs are delighted to Gun Dog Tasters run by the highly skilled and experienced Gun Dog trainer, Sue Millward. The introduction of this to Worcester Dogs portfolio of training follows extensive feedback and request from our clients. 

Sue will be using the least intrusive and most positive training methods in all sessions for Worcester Dogs. These sessions offer you the opportunity to do something new and different with your dogs even if you choose not go forward in Gun Dog Field Trials. 

Dogs participating in the Taster sessions and our new classes need a reasonable level of competence in: sit, stay, come, loose lead and leave it BUT all of these will be worked on in the Taster sessions. If you would like to know if you and your dog are suitable for the course or classes please email sandra@worcesterdogs.co.uk us to discus your suitability. 

There will not be any guns used or loud noises involved during the group classes.

Gun Dog Training harnesses your dog's natural ability to use its nose and to practice some of the core obedience tasks which are important in every dog's life. The mental stimulation of training and utilising your dog's brain, keeps your dog fit and healthy. 

On the Taster sessions we will be covering: 

• Retrieve
• Calmness with handler around distractions (steadiness)
• Whistle work and Recall
• Left and Right directional work
• Jumping over obstacles

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Sue with Lilly, Briar, Fern and Riley

About Sue Millward:

I have been a dog lover all my life with a particular passion for Gun Dogs.
 
For the last 30 years I have trained and worked our dogs on a number of shoots, both locally and further a field.  I was appointed 'head trainer' at Mid Western Gun Dogs, this lead in turn to taking up professional training.  Over to last 20 years I have helped hundreds of people get the most out if their dogs.  In my experience most owners want a well behaved dog that will perform on the shooting field and making it an enjoyable experience for owner and dog.
 
Our dogs are our family, currently we have four - Lilly (Working Cocker Spaniel) Best Working Spaniel at Crufts 2015 - Briar(WCS) Lilly's sister - Riley (WCS) 'Our Boy' and Fern (ESS) Novice and open working test winner.
 
I can help at all levels and have fun during training.  All my training is based on positive reinforcement which enables you to get the most out of your training.
 
Above all it must be both fun and practical!
 

1:1 Gun Dog Training Sessions

Sue is also available to assist or train on a 1:1 basis if you would like a more personal and individual approach or if you have got a certain training area you would like to work on. Please fill out the reservation form below and select the option: 1:1 Training session and we will put you in touch with Sue! 

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 GUN DOG CLASS OVERVIEW AND COURSE DATES:
Our popular gun dog classes run at 3 levels:

Beginners - Perfect for those with little or no experience at gun dog training, those who want to try learning something new and fun with their dog or simply to improve their dogs overall obedience.

Intermediate - A follow on class from beginners, our intermediate class is suitable for dogs & handlers who have  completed our beginners' class or done previous gun dog training. (Anyone wishing to book straight into the immediate class must have a discussion with our trainer first to assess your dogs current knowledge) This class can be attended for fun, to improve overall obedience or for those wishing to progress with a view to working their dogs.

Advanced - Aimed at those who have completed the intermediate level class and wish to progress to more advanced gun dog training who those who have competition and / or field work in mind. 

Our class format
Each block of classes contains 6 x 1 hour group sessions which take place on alternative Sunday mornings. Occasionally class dates may have to may be rescheduled in cases of extreme weather. We accept up to 8-9 dogs per group to ensure everyone has ample time to complete the weekly tasks.

PLEASE NOTE ALL NOVEMBER CLASSES ARE NOW FULL.

Our next set of GUN DOG CLASSES (all levels) will resume in March 2021. 
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To register your interest for March classes (or 1:1 sessions) please contact michelle@worcesterdogs.co.uk or complete the enquiry form below to be added to the mailing list for 2021 classes.

COST

• ​Classes: £85 for 6 sessions

 1:1 GUN DOG TRAINING SESSIONS:

• 1 hour session: £50
• 1.5 hour session: £60​​

LOCATION:

• Worcester Dog Training activity field, Kempsey, Worcester, WR5 3PA. (Turn opposite Baynhall Garage car dealers on the A38 towards Croome. Field is on your right. Worcester Dogs training banner is on the gate. Parking on the field) click here for map. 

​If you would like to enquire about our Gun Dog Tasters or classes, please email sandra@worcesterdogs.co.uk who will be able to answer your questions. If you would like to reserve a place please complete the reservation form below to reserve your place. Once we have confirmed your reservation, you can pay for your place either via PayPal or by bank transfer. 

Pay here

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