At Connected Canines, we explore the art of gundog training for all breeds, both in and out of the shooting field. From building strong partnerships based on trust and cooperation to mastering essential skills like retrieving, flushing, and scent work, our blog offers practical advice and insights. Whether you’re working with a spaniel, retriever, or any other breed, our focus is on positive reinforcement and creating a balanced, responsive, and fulfilled gundog—ready to excel in the field or thrive in everyday life.

Meet Bob, a two-year-old working Golden Retriever, and follow our honest training diary as we build recall, retrieves, heelwork and ...
Training isn't linear. Griff's latest training journey is a reminder that frustrating setbacks are often followed by the breakthroughs we ...
An honest update on Griff's training journey. The wins, the frustrations, and the lightbulb moments that keep us both learning.
Training doesn't just happen during dedicated sessions. Discover how everyday interactions shape your dog's behaviour and build your ...
A week on with Griff—progress, setbacks, and small wins as we continue working through heelwork, stop whistle, and self-control.
Griff’s training isn’t perfect—but it’s real, honest, and a work in progress worth sharing.