The Pet Gundog Puppy:
Lez Graham’s Puppy Training Guide

(Please note: The sequence of books is The Pet Gundog Puppy OR The Pet Gundog, followed by The Advanced Pet Gundog.)

Revised and updated, this is the all-encompassing foundation guide for living with and training your gundog puppy.

Regardless of what you plan to do with your pet gundog puppy, from lying at your feet in front of the telly or taking him shooting, the basics are the basics are the basics; and the basics apply whether that’s a Springer Spaniel, a German Short-Haired Pointer or a Labrador... more so if your gundog is indoors with you.

And what are the basics I hear you ask... oh that’s easy; good manners, good obedience and a good retrieve all combine to make a gundog a pleasure to live with.

That is exactly what this book is all about; starting with can I have a puppy, this book guides you through not only selecting a breeder and a puppy, but critical life stages and, just as importantly, laying down solid foundation training with your puppy to enable you to own a dog to be proud of.

The Pet Gundog Puppy covers all areas of behaviour and training, from the moment your puppy enters your home through to the young dog being around 8-10 months old and about to embark on more advanced training, as well as...

• Optimum Health
• Socialisation and habituation
• Age appropriate training
• Training the Teenager
• Upping the Ante for the Young Pet Gundog
• Gundog Games
• Help with puppy problems and challenges with the Young Pet Gundog

Author's note:

If your puppy is well on the way to being an adolescent, and by that I mean he’s four and a half months old or older, then do yourself a favour and go for The Pet Gundog rather than this book as The Pet Gundog Puppy is, as the title says, for training the pet gundog puppy.

The Pet Gundog:
Common-Sense Gundog Training by Lez Graham

(Please note: The sequence of books is The Pet Gundog Puppy OR The Pet Gundog, followed by The Advanced Pet Gundog.)

Revised and updated, this is the all-encompassing foundation guide for living with and training your gundog.

Written for all of those gundog owners with dogs over five months of age, The Pet Gundog not only introduces you to the psychology of the dog, but offers practical training and behaviour advice on how to achieve harmony in your mixed - species pack, both in the home and whilst out and about.

Focussed on building a relationship with your dog that is based on trust and common sense, The Pet Gundog covers training exercises that enable you to walk out with a dog you can be proud to take anywhere, as well as behaviour changing techniques that help you develop a well-mannered and relaxed dog at home; after all, who wants to live with a bolshie, bad mannered gundog?

A toe-dipping foray into the world of shooting gives you an insight into what your dog has been bred for, and the foundation for all gundog training is covered in detail, as well as…

• Optimum Health and wellbeing
• Socialisation for the adult dog
• Age appropriate training
• Foundation training
• Upping the Ante for the novice Pet Gundog
• Gundog Games
• Training Challenges

If you want to take advantage of your gundog’s innate behaviour so that walks become a pleasure, your home stays intact and you have a happy, contented and fulfilled companion, then The Pet Gundog needs to be on your bookshelf.

Author's note:

If your puppy hasn't reached the adolescent stage, and by that I mean he’s under four and a half months old, then do yourself a favour and go for The Pet Gundog Puppy rather than this book as The Pet Gundog has been written with dogs over 5 months in mind.

The Advanced Pet Gundog:
Next-Level Gundog Training

(Please note: The sequence of books is The Pet Gundog Puppy OR The Pet Gundog, followed by The Advanced Pet Gundog.)

Revised and updated, this is the all-encompassing guide for living with and training your gundog.

Picking up with The Pet Gundog and The Pet Gundog Puppy leaves off, The Advanced Pet Gundog is aimed at dogs that are around 10-months old or over, and takes you through ‘how to’ do the advanced techniques needed to take your training to the next level, whether that’s taking part in working tests, working your dog, or simply going out and having fun with your mates and their dogs.

A much more technical book, than The Pet Gundog and The Pet Gundog Puppy, covering the senses and mechanics of movement, The Advanced Pet Gundog also covers ‘why we train this way’, which gives you a deeper understanding of your dog and a fascinating insight into the mind of your pet gundog, as well as…

• Health and wellbeing
• Age appropriate training
• Whistle Training
• Distance Work
• Water Retrieving
• Introducing Shot
• Working with Game
• Training two dogs
• Working your pet gundog
• Training Challenges

Combining canine psychology and the latest teaching methods, this updated edition guides you through the next chapter in your dog’s education, helping you to turn him into a steady, well - trained gundog that you can take anywhere.

The Well Mannered Dog: Training & Behaviour by Lez Graham

Discover the secrets to living with a Well Mannered Dog and achieving Harmony at Home.

Crafted by the seasoned expert Lez Graham, this book provides a captivating glimpse into the world and psyche of our canine companions.

In this invaluable resource, Lez addresses the challenges that sometimes turn dog ownership into a nightmare, guiding readers on the journey to creating the ideal canine companion.

Her distinctive style covers an extensive range of topics, from the judicious use of equipment and considerations for appropriate nutrition to the profound importance of simply 'doing nothing'. The book delves into all aspects of practical and effective dog training, leaving no stone unturned in the pursuit of achieving harmony at home - a balance between you, your loved ones, and your cherished canine companion.

Inside, you will find:

• In-Depth knowledge: Learning about what makes a dog a DOG
• Expert guidance on the use of equipment and considerations for proper nutrition to ensure your dog's well-being
• Emotional connection: Discover the profound impact of simply "doing nothing" with your dog, strengthening your bond and understanding
• Life-changing techniques: Master the art of practical and effective dog training, communication, and appreciation of the canine communication system
• Harmony at Home: An action plan to help you unlock the secrets of living with a contented canine

Lez's narrative is laced with her characteristic straightforwardness and common-sense wisdom, a blend of academic knowledge and hands-on experience acquired through years of dedicated study and frontline engagement in canine behaviour and training.

An absolute must-have for dog owners and canine professionals alike.

Manners Not Mayhem:
Puppy Training & Behaviour by Lez Graham

A common-sense approach to raising, training & living with your puppy

Getting a puppy is an exciting thing... a grinningly exciting, running around with your t-shirt over your face exciting thing... it’s also absolutely terrifying.

Bringing home a new bundle of fluff brings with it responsibility, is overwhelming and expensive. It’s a life changing event... but it is fabulous.

It really doesn’t matter how many puppies we’ve raised, we forget what it’s like to have a puppy in the house; we forget that we have to go back to feeding four meals a day, to get up at four am to toilet the puppy and we forget what terrible timewasters puppies are, as we simply cannot stop watching them.

In her latest book, Manners not Mayhem, Lez Graham shares her wisdom, experience and common-sense to help ease you into puppy ownership, sharing her secrets of how to raise, train and live with your puppy, guiding you through the minefield of toilet training, crate training, socialisation and introducing new concepts such as The Four Pillars of Puppy Training.

Helping you create Manners in a time of potential Mayhem, this is a book that you cannot afford to be without as it not only guides you through puppyhood, it helps ease you into the jaw-clenching, joyous phase of adolescence.

Just Me and My Dog
my canine chronicle

Just Me and My Dog: my canine chronicle is a simple, thoughtful journal for anyone who wants to record the moments, memories, and milestones that make life with a dog so special.

Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, tracking your training progress, or looking for a daily space to reflect, this soft-touch notebook gives you over 120 dot-grid and blank pages to make your own. Scattered throughout are gentle, inspiring quotes by award-winning author and canine behaviourist Lez Graham — little reminders to slow down, stay consistent, and enjoy the journey.

Perfect as a training log, memory book, or everyday notebook, this journal helps you capture the small things that matter… before they pass in the blink of an eye.