194. Harnessing Breed Instincts Without Hunting Live Game

STOP WORRYING: Your gundog doesn’t need to hunt live game to be happy! Are you the devoted dog woman who constantly frets that you're not meeting your working breed’s full needs? You are absolutely not alone. This week on Found It, Fetched It, Jo and LWDG expert Claire Denyer demystify the pressure surrounding breed instincts and fieldwork. We dive into why it’s crucial to provide an outlet for your gundog’s natural drives (hello, ‘self-employed’ dogs!), and why tapping into those instincts in a controlled way actually leads to more control, not less. We talk about the "Pandora's Box" myth, the difference between letting your dog chase a squirrel and teaching true self-control, and why turning a naughty sock thief into a helpful laundry loader is the ultimate partnership goal.This episode is packed with warmth and practical advice to help you build a stronger bond, prevent behavioural issues, and celebrate the incredible dog you have.Ready to stop worrying and start training with clarity? Join the thousands of women gaining confidence in their training journey! Click the link below to explore the LWDG Society membership and get a complete plan to follow.➡️ Visit us: www.thelwdg.comThanks for being here. If this episode gave you something, a laugh, a lightbulb, or just the feeling that someone gets it, that's exactly why we make it.📚 Not sure where to start with your gundog training? Grab the LWDG Gundog Progress Gap Map. Work out where you exactly where you are and what to work on next, no more guessing needed.