Gundog training for senior dogs???

[MellowYellow]

I often lay a trail for my dogs to follow by dragging a dummy or cold game through longish grass. They love putting their noses to the ground following the scent. The more multiple turns and changes of directions the better as far as they are concerned. The sense of smell will still be strong in an elderly dog even if their other senses are slowly weakening. All of my dogs love this game.

Love it, yes will definitely incorporate this, thank you.

 

[Charlie]

Obviously I have nothing to add just to say what a lovely thing to do. Older dogs still have so much to give and to learn. Wish I lived near you Karen. Enjoy yourselves. xx

 

[MellowYellow]

I've put in my suggestion for the 'seniors' dummy course' to my club... They will consider it and get back to me. They loved the idea; only problem is they actually want me to take over a young dog course as well as my existing course, and I cannot manage three courses in addition to my day job! So we'll see what they decide... I'm hoping they agree to the seniors course. I'll let you know!

 

[Jacqui-S]

I cannot manage three courses in addition to my day job!

Ah well....that's a shame

 

[MellowYellow]

Ah well....that's a shame

That's what they think, too!!!