Stop - Teach your dog to stop instantly

Service Description

From “What Stop?” to a Solid Stop A focused workshop for fast, reliable stop cues This hands-on 2-hour session is designed to build a confident stop cue using positive, practical training methods that make sense to your dog. Whether you’re preparing for gundog work or simply want more off-lead control, you’ll learn how to lay the foundations for a stop that holds up in real-life situations — not just the training field. We’ll focus on timing, clarity, and reinforcing the stop so that your dog learns to pause and listen, even at a distance. ⸻ What You’ll Learn • How to introduce and reinforce a clear stop cue • How to use the Acme whistle (included) for consistency • Building stop response in different positions and environments • Effective timing, reward delivery, and cue clarity • How to avoid and correct creeping, hesitation, or ignoring the stop ⸻ What’s Included Online You’ll also receive lifetime access to a companion online course, including: • Step-by-step video demonstrations • Printable training recipes • Extra tips on proofing, troubleshooting, and real-world application Use the online content to review at your own pace and continue your progress beyond the workshop. ⸻ Who It’s For Open to all gundog breeds and mixes (pet or working) with a basic training foundation. Ideal for handlers looking to improve steadiness, off-lead control, and responsiveness in varied environments. ⸻ Included in Your Booking • Acme whistle • Access to the online stop course • Training notes and homework • Small group coaching and support