07827 920065 / mandy@fieldandfido.co.uk
About
Training you and your dog
Understanding your dog is key. Our aim is to create a fun relationship between puppy, dog and owner using science-based, force free, positive methods for both pet dogs and gundogs. We concentrate on dealing with your dog’s real life challenges both mentally and practically. Our gundog classes cater for those who are keen to work in the field or compete in trials and working tests, and also those who simply want their dog to enjoy the structure and stimulation of the discipline they were bred for.
Services
Classes and Workshops
Puppy training classes
£180 for 6 week course
For puppies aged between 12 weeks and 6 months old. Prepare your puppy for the real world. Learn through fun games and exercises focusing on recall, loose lead heeling, impulse control as well as sit, stay, down, all with positive reinforcement. Gentle socialisation play will be guided. Class or individual discussions and Q&A .
Group training
£22-£30 per class
Must have attended the 6 week puppy course or a one to one training session. Classes available for all abilities. Classes are occasionally taken on training walks. Prices vary depending on how many classes are signed up for. Contact for details.
Specialised classes
£40-£60 per class
Horse socialisation, jogger & cyclist socialisation and picnic classes are all available to clients who have attended training sessions at Field & Fido.
Courses
Puppy Training & Socialisation course
Cost: £180
Location: Glendale, Farley Green
A 6 week course for puppies aged between 12 weeks and 6 months old. Max 8 per class. Prepare your puppy for the real world. Learn through fun games and exercises focusing on recall, loose lead walking, heeling, impulse control as well as sit, stay, down, all with positive methods. Gentle socialisation play will be guided. Class or individual discussions and Q&A .
Upcoming courses...
Wednesday at 10:45am starts 12th March, 2025
Dates: 12/3, 19/3, 26/3, 2/4, 9/4 & 16/4
Wednesday at 10:45am starts 23rd April, 2025
Dates: 23/4, 30/4, 7/5, 14/5, 21/5 & 28/5
General Canine First Aid Course
Cost: £70
Location: Chilworth Village Hall
Instructor: Veterinary Nurse & Dog Trainer, Zoe Good
Gain knowledge in a large number of areas of canine first aid from how to treat wasp & bee stings, heatstroke, wound class-action, how to prevent issues arising to performing lifesaving CPR and how to apply multiple bandages. Both live dogs and mannequins are sued throughout the day
Sunday 9th February 9:30am - 3:30pm
Workshops
Mini Workshops
Mondays 10:45-11:45
£150 for all 6 workshops
If there is availability nearer time I will open the sessions up to be booked individually
Recall – Mon 28th April 10:45am
Having problems with recall? Come to this mini workshop to learn how to fix it. Don’t leave it for another time. Act now before it’s too late.
Lead Walking – Mon 12th May 10:45am
Fed up with being dragged from pillar to post? Come to this mini workshop to learn how to teach your dog to walk beautifully beside you.
Connection – Mon 19th May 10:45am
Feel like your dog doesn’t know who you are on a walk? Are they too busy looking for other dogs to play with or busy searching the environment for smells of animals and birds? This mini workshop is for you.
Impulse Control – Mon 2nd June 10:45am
Is your dog a “I want, I get” kind of dog? Without being able to control their impulses recall, lead walking and connection will always be a struggle.
Stop (emergency stop) Whistle or Cue – Mon 9th June 10:45am
Great for those wanting to begin or have already started on their Gundog training journey, or for those who want a refresher. For pet dogs, this is a great way to stop your dog running into danger.
Training Walk – Mon 16th June 10:45am
This is not about letting your dog run free. This is about teaching your dog to connect with you whilst in a distracting environment where they usually run free.
Puppy Gundog Mini Workshop
Puppy Gundog Mini Workshop – Tue 1st April 9:30am £30
For puppies between 12 weeks and 6 months. Learn how to get the best out of your puppy gundog. This workshop will prepare your puppy for their gundog journey and provide tips for the right kind of stimulation for gundog breeds inc cross breeds.
Team members
Mandy Bloomfield
Head Trainer
I have been dog training since 2007 and founded Field and Fido in 2016. What I love most about my job is helping owners build a strong bond with their dogs. My passion is gundog training, which developed as I trained my first Lab, Monty. I have three Labradors and two working cockers, all of which I work on shoots. I also enter the odd working test.
I am committed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development and am required to complete this as an accredited instructor for the GTA and a registered member of the Animal Behaviour and Training Council.
