Heel Training for Gundogs – A Step-By-Step Guide

Heel Training for Gundogs – A Step-By-Step Guide

Discover professional heel work training designed specifically for gundogs, working dogs and pets alike. With decades of experience behind each technique, this guide equips you and your dog.

Why This Guide Matters

Heel work is the foundation of confident gundog performance. It builds control, attention and partnership. Whether you’re starting with a young puppy or refining a seasoned working dog, this book brings clarity and purpose.
Moreover, this guide emphasises a fun, reward-based approach that aligns with how we train main-purpose dogs at Kugae Gundogs.

 What You’ll Learn

• Correct use of slip leads and proper lead handling.

• How to introduce and consistently use the “heel” command.

• Techniques for managing pulling, excitement and distraction.

• Step-by-step progressions from car exit to disciplined walking.

• Training two dogs at heel together — and why calm handling matters.

• Pressure-free, reward-based methods rooted in real-world field-sport training.

 Ideal For Who

This guide suits:

• Puppy owners wanting a strong start in lead work.

• Owners of working gundogs aiming to elevate heel performance.

• Family pets who need confident walks, firm discipline and calm behaviour.
  Transitioning from basic commands? This guide drives both dogs and handlers forward.

 About the Author & Training Philosophy

Carl of Kugae Gundogs brings years of field-sport experience, training gundogs in real shooting and working environments. He uses only gentle, consistent, positive methods. As he explains: “A working gundog is built on trust, clarity and purpose—not fear.”
Each chapter reflects that ethos and gives you the tools to build a reliable dog.

Product Details

• Format: Digital download 

• Language: English.

• Time-Stamped Training Itinerary

  Use the guide below to revisit specific training moments:

  0:38 – Introduction to heel

  1:40 – Getting the lead out

  4:02 – Focus

  6:02 – Putting the lead on

  6:37 – Example of pulling on a lead

  9:24 – Using the word "Heel"

  10:46 – Where to start

  12:48 – Spaniel learning to heel

  16:30 – Getting out of the car

  20:48 – Talking the root cause

  21:49 – Figure of 8 and slip leads

  23:47 – Harnesses and fitting a slip lead

  28:55 – Dropping the lead

  31:40 – Spaniel heeling from car

  34:01 – Spaniel figure of 8

  41:45 – Car manners

  42:55 – Two dogs learning heel together

  or chapter-mark format included.

• Immediate download after purchase.

• Suitable for UK and international customers.

Simple Next Step

Click Add to Cart and begin your journey to strong heel work today.
Within hours you can start practising the first session — and take the lead.