Kugae Pro Equal End Gundog Training Dummy – 12oz

The Kugae Pro Equal End Gundog Training Dummy has been designed for dogs that are progressing through their retrieve training and developing into reliable working gundogs.

At 12oz, it provides a realistic retrieve while maintaining the balanced design that makes the Equal End Dummy so effective. Made from durable canvas and available in Orange, Blue, Green, and Plum, it is suitable for everything from basic retrieves through to more advanced gundog training.

Designed to Encourage Better Retrieves

The Equal End Dummy is evenly weighted from end to end. This balanced design encourages a more natural pickup and helps dogs carry the dummy comfortably back to the handler.

Many traditional dummies can encourage dogs to pick up one end or play with the throwing cord. The Equal End design helps reduce these problems by promoting a centred pickup and a more balanced carry.

As a result, many dogs deliver more cleanly and confidently to hand.

Why Carl and the Kugae Team Use Equal End Dummies

Over the years, Carl has trained hundreds of dogs and one thing has become very clear – every dog is different.

Some dogs naturally retrieve and deliver straight to hand. Others like to swing the dummy around on the throwing cord, play with it on the return, or struggle with the way a traditional dummy sits in their mouth.

Rather than forcing every dog into the same system, Carl likes to keep an open mind and find practical solutions that help the dog understand what is being asked.

The Equal End Dummy has proven to be a valuable training aid for many dogs because of its balanced design.

By distributing the weight evenly throughout the dummy, it naturally encourages a better hold, a more comfortable carry, and often a smoother delivery. Dogs are less able to grab the throwing cord and use it as a toy, helping to reduce one of the most common bad habits seen during retrieve training.

While no dummy replaces good training, using the right equipment can make the learning process easier for both dog and handler.

Built for Real Gundog Training

The Kugae Pro Equal End Dummy is not a gimmick. It is a practical training tool used by Carl and the Kugae team during everyday training sessions.

Whether you are working on:

• Basic retrieves
• Marked retrieves
• Memory retrieves
• Blind retrieves
• Delivery to hand
• Retrieve confidence
• Hold and carry exercises

the Equal End Dummy can help develop cleaner retrieving habits and greater consistency.

Four Colour Options

Orange

Easy for both dog and handler to see. Ideal for confidence building and early marking work.

Blue

A popular all-round training colour that stands out well in a variety of environments.

Green

Blends naturally into grass and cover, encouraging the dog to use its nose rather than relying purely on sight.

Plum

A more challenging colour that is excellent for hunting exercises, memory retrieves, and scent-led work.

Key Features

• Approximately 12oz in weight
• Equal-end balanced design
• Durable canvas construction
• Reinforced stitching
• Available in Orange, Blue, Green, and Plum
• Encourages correct pickup and carry
• Helps reduce dummy swinging on the throwing cord
• Suitable for marking, memory, and blind retrieves
• Used by Carl and the Kugae Gundogs team
• Ideal for young dogs progressing in training and experienced working gundogs

Part of the Kugae Equal End Range

The Kugae Equal End Range is available in two sizes:

Lightweight Equal End Dummy – 2oz
Perfect for puppies and young dogs starting their retrieving journey.

Kugae Pro Equal End Gundog Training Dummy – 12oz
Designed for progressing dogs and more advanced retrieve training.

If you are looking to improve your dog's pickup, carry, and delivery, the Kugae Pro Equal End Gundog Training Dummy is a simple but highly effective addition to your training bag.

Watch the Kugae Gundog Team in action on YouTube: Training Labradors & Spaniels - The Kugae Way