{"product_id":"kugae-early-stage-bird-dummy","title":"Kugae Early Stage Bird Dummy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKugae Early Stage Bird Dummy – Realistic and Gentle Training for Young Gundogs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet your young gundog on the path to success with the Kugae Early Stage Bird Dummy. Carefully developed for puppies and novice dogs, this lifelike dead bird dummy combines realistic appearance with a soft, lightweight build. It’s perfect for introducing proper retrieving technique, game familiarity, and focused handling from the earliest stages of training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Early Training Success\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kugae Early Stage Bird Dummy is scaled down to suit the size, strength, and ability of young gundogs. Because it’s lightweight and soft, it promotes confidence, comfort, and a natural carry without overwhelming developing mouths. Its proportions also encourage correct pick-up and delivery, helping your pup learn positive habits from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRealistic Feather Print for Visual Familiarity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a high-definition feather design, this dummy helps young dogs develop visual recognition of waterfowl early on. The combination of shape and colour builds instinctive interest and prepares them for advanced training with real birds later in their development. Early exposure like this can make a huge difference in future performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Practical Everyday Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with tough yet gentle fabric, the dummy is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. Whether you're training in a field, garden, or cover crop, the Kugae Early Stage Bird Dummy keeps its shape and function. The throwing cord with bead allows for better control and varied throws—essential for teaching focus, marking, and steadiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrusted by the Kugae Gundogs Team\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dummy is a key component in the early training programme at Kugae Gundogs. Used regularly by our trainers, it helps bridge the gap between early obedience work and advanced retrieving with confidence and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight design perfect for puppies and young gundogs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic feather print for early recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft, balanced shape encourages correct carry and steady retrieves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDurable fabric suitable for outdoor use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrowing cord and bead for easy distance control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsed by the Kugae Gundogs team in early training routines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your young dog’s journey the right way with the Kugae Early Stage Bird Dummy—a trusted and realistic first step toward field-ready performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our other specialist \u0026amp; recommended items in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kugaegundogs.uk\/product-category\/kugaes-dog-training-equipment\/\"\u003eDog Training Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the Kugae Gundog Team in action on YouTube!  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@KugaeGundogs\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@KugaeGundogs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kugae Gundogs \u0026 Sporting Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Mallard","offer_id":55353508659524,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Partridge","offer_id":55353508692292,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hen Pheasant","offer_id":55353508725060,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cock Pheasant","offer_id":55353508757828,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/2253\/4980\/files\/cock-pheasant-early-stage-dead-bird-dummy.png?v=1753705313","url":"https:\/\/www.kugaegundogs.uk\/products\/kugae-early-stage-bird-dummy","provider":"Kugae Gundogs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}