{"product_id":"foundation-skills-for-gundogs-puppies-and-pets-monthly","title":"Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Monthly Group (all breeds, all levels, all ages)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOur Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Monthly Group classes are suitable for all breeds and all ages (including puppies), with no previous training experience needed.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classes are designed for any owner, whether this is your umpteenth dog, or if you’re a complete beginner who has never done any gundog or dog training before. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen to all breeds of gundog, plus any crossbreeds or other breeds that have a desire for retrieving and hunting, the Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Monthly Group classes cover all the behaviours you need to have a happy, fulfilled pet gundog and an excellent foundation to progress further should you want to continue the hobby, enter working tests or work your dog on a shoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Monthly Group classes are the best place to start your gundog training. They are suitable for...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuppies who have had their vaccinations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung and older dogs with no experience of gundog work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll breeds of gundog, plus any crossbreeds or other breeds that have a desire for retrieving and hunting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet gundogs whose owners feel they would benefit from gundog work and also who wish to be able to take their gundogs out safely and off lead in the countryside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who is a complete beginner and has not done any gundog or dog training before.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlers with experience of gundog work but without any clicker training experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlers with experience of clicker training but without any gundog experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose wishing to work towards GAP Level 1 and\/or 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose looking to eventually work their gundog on a shoot (beating and picking up).\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 lang=\"en-US\"\u003eOur  Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Group classes are held monthly at the Clicker Gundog Training Centre in Charlton, near Evesham, Worcestershire.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp lang=\"en-US\"\u003eOur monthly sessions give you and your dog plenty of time to practice what you have learned in between classes. The sessions are 3 hours long, so there is plenty covered. On booking you can choose whether you attend the 9am or 1pm slot. Please only attend at the time you have booked. Both classes cover the same topics. Group numbers are limited to 15 dogs and handlers, accompanied by two instructors. If one session is full on the date you'd like to attend, please book the available time slot even if you do not \"normally\" come at that time. Please only attend at the time you have booked for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp lang=\"en-US\"\u003eThere will be breaks for the dogs during which handlers can talk through other training issues they may be having. This is not limited to gundog work and can include common puppy and pet dog training problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp lang=\"en-US\"\u003eThis is a rolling course, with no set start or end date. Each month, the tasks will be set to the ability of the dogs and handlers in attendance. When you and your dog are ready, we will invite you to move up to the Enhanced or our breed-specific group classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 lang=\"en-US\"\u003eUsing a series of fun, force-free, reward-based games and exercises, the  Foundation Skills for Gundogs, Puppies and Pets Monthly Group classes will show you how to train behaviours such as…\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable recall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalking your gundog in a countryside environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to settle in the countryside\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose lead walking and heelwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSit, stay, wait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe basic retrieve pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic hunting patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the stop whistle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to steadiness and understanding how to manage impulsivity and build self control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to swim confidently and recall from water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlus much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Clicker Gundog","offers":[{"title":"9am - Sunday 18 October 2026 - 9am","offer_id":55910708150649,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1pm - Sunday 18 October 2026 - 1pm","offer_id":55910708183417,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9am - Sunday 15 November 2026 - 9am","offer_id":55910708216185,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1pm - Sunday 15 November 2026 - 1pm","offer_id":55910708248953,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunday 13th December 2026 *Christmas Party for All Clients* 9am-4pm","offer_id":55910708281721,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunday 10 January 2027 - 9am","offer_id":64624690069881,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunday 10 January 2027 - 1pm","offer_id":64624690102649,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/3551\/0584\/files\/enhanced-skills-for-gundogs-puppies-and-pets-clicker-gundog-training-worcestershire.jpg?v=1791222928","url":"https:\/\/clickergundog.co.uk\/products\/foundation-skills-for-gundogs-puppies-and-pets-monthly","provider":"Clicker Gundog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}