Inside a Real Gundog Training Session
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Brooke’s Springer Spaniel Training Journey
Inside a Real Gundog Training Session
In our YouTube video, Carl works with Brooke during a real training session and talks through the progress she is making as a young Springer Spaniel.
Training a young gundog is never about rushing. Instead, it is about building foundations properly, creating understanding, and helping the dog gain confidence step by step. Throughout Brooke’s session, Carl explains how important consistency and calm handling are when developing a young Spaniel.
Watch the full video here:
Building the Right Foundations
Every young gundog needs strong foundations before moving into advanced training.
In Brooke’s session, Carl focuses on keeping everything calm and controlled. This allows Brooke to stay engaged while learning exactly what is expected of her.
The early stages of training are incredibly important because they shape the dog’s future behaviour both in the field and at home.
Good foundations include:
Heel work
Recall
Focus on the handler
Steadiness
Controlled retrieves
Confidence building
At Kugae Gundogs, training is always tailored to the individual dog rather than forcing every dog into the same routine.
Training a Young Springer Spaniel
Springer Spaniels are naturally energetic, intelligent, and driven dogs. However, that energy must be channelled correctly.
During the session, Brooke shows enthusiasm and willingness to learn, while Carl explains the importance of balance during training. Too much pressure can reduce confidence, while too little structure creates confusion.
Therefore, the goal is always clarity and consistency.
Young Spaniels benefit from:
Short, Positive Sessions
Keeping training enjoyable helps maintain focus and enthusiasm.
Calm Guidance
Dogs learn far better when handlers stay relaxed and clear.
Repetition
Repeating exercises correctly builds understanding and reliability over time.
Gradual Progression
Training should build steadily instead of trying to rush advanced work too early.
Real-World Gundog Training
One thing that makes Kugae training different is the realistic environments used during sessions.
Rather than relying only on structured training grounds, dogs are introduced to varied terrain, distractions, and real working situations. This helps prepare them for genuine field conditions later on.
Brooke’s training session reflects that approach.
The focus is not simply obedience. Instead, it is about building a calm, confident dog that can work naturally while remaining connected to the handler.
Progress Takes Time
A common mistake during gundog training is expecting too much too quickly.
Carl often explains that every dog develops at a different pace. Some dogs mature early, while others take longer to settle mentally.
Brooke’s session highlights the importance of patience throughout the training process.
Consistency over time creates reliable dogs.
Why Training Should Stay Enjoyable
At Kugae Gundogs, training is designed to strengthen the relationship between dog and handler.
When dogs enjoy learning, progress becomes far more natural. This creates better engagement, stronger recall, and more reliable behaviour overall.
The aim is always to produce a dog that works confidently without losing personality or drive.
Watch Brooke in Action
If you enjoy watching real gundog training sessions and seeing how young dogs develop over time, this latest video gives a great insight into Brooke’s ongoing journey.
Watch the full training session here:
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