Field introduction
Short, fun walks in real cover. The dog learns how wind and ground work and you learn how it likes to hunt.
Frequently asked questions
How long should first field sessions be?
Short. End while the dog is still confident and energetic. Ten to twenty minutes can be plenty for a young dog.
Do I need birds for field introduction?
No. Step 2 is about confidence, cover, wind, and exploration. You are building field brains before you add game pressure.
What is the biggest mistake in Step 2?
Turning it into obedience or pattern drills. Let the field teach and observe the dog’s natural style.
My dog ranges too far. What do I do?
Do not fight it with constant commands. Shape check ins with repetition and reinforcement, and pick safer fields while the habit forms.
What does the 90 day starter plan add here?
A progression map for range, check ins, and field sessions, including what to repeat and when to stop changing variables.
Keep building the foundation
Follow the topics in order and move forward only when the current step feels calm and repeatable.
View the full 90 day starter plan