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Hollindale Working Dogs

Specialist pet and working gundog trainer in West Yorkshire.
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03/11/2026

This has made me teary eyed this evening 🥺❤️ Happy gotcha day Patch! The best shop dog ever 💓

30/10/2026

New blog post 👀

The clocks have gone back, the mornings are getting colder and the evenings draw in before you've even finished work. It's tempting to let training slide down the to-do list in winter, especially when it's wet, dark and cold. But training is like learning a language: little and often beats a big cram session every time. Keeping your dog's skills ticking over through the colder months means you won't be starting from scratch in spring, and for the dog, a bit of mental work is just as tiring (and often more satisfying) than a long walk.

If you're still at the beginning of your training journey, winter is a great time to concentrate on the foundations: sit, stay, a reliable recall, tidy heelwork.

Our blog this month comes from Sarah Drake of Hollindale Working Dogs, who brings us some tips and ideas for keeping training on track through the winter months.

https://www.fieldandfireside.co.uk/post/winter-survival-guide-dog-training-edition

25/10/2026

November Clubs are available to book on the website and app now 🐾

22/10/2026

Two lovely models posing with their starter pack from Field and Fireside 😍

Daphne and Enzo received this starter pack on their first session of the Foundation Gundog Course they are doing with me. We give out starter packs to make sure you have everything you need for the course. This includes a Yorkshire tea bag for when you go home to plan your training sessions over a brew ☕️

I’m currently taking names on the waitlist for this course and new dates are coming soon! Please send me a message or email if you want to join us 🐾

20/10/2026

Bulletproof Recall Workshop 🏎️💨

1st November, 10:15am, Arthington

In our recall workshop, we will have a total refresh of recall training from a foundation level upwards. This is perfect for young dogs who are still learning recall or for older dogs who need a reminder on how to recall effectively.

Available to book on the link in my bio, website and app 🐾

14/10/2026

Another fantastic Social Walk today on Otley Chevin followed by a coffee and settle time in The Royalty pub.

The dogs did excellent heelwork, retrieve, general mooching along, playtime, and settle 😇

Swipe to the end to see the effects of having such a good time!

Our next Social Walk will be the 17th November and is available to book now on the app and website.

08/10/2026

Intermediate Life Skills Course - 15th November start 🌟

This progressive 6 session course will introduce you to all of the intermediate life skills that every dog needs. Perfect for dogs who have completed the Novice Life Skills Course.

The course will cover:
Handling
Motivation
Polite greetings
Breed specific games
Stopping unwanted behaviours
Sit / stay
Recall
Loose lead walking / heelwork
Leave It
Emergency Stop

This is the perfect way for adolescent dogs to expand their learning on the skills needed for everyday life.

Includes completion pack from Riverside Animal Supplies.

After booking you will receive a Handbook with detailed information about the course including equipment list, location, etc.

This is the perfect course for you if:
• You have completed the Novice Life Skills Course.
• You want to continue teaching important skills.
• You want to have fun with your dog.
• You want to train your dog in a safe, inclusive environment.
• You want honest advice and help with your dog.

Requirements for the Intermediate Life Skills Course:
Dog age: 6 months plus.
Dog training level: must have previously done the Novice Life Skills Course or similar.
Aggression: aggressive / reactive dogs not allowed.
Noise: dog should not be noisy (barking / whining) in a group environment.
Medical: dogs with injuries / illnesses or those in season should not attend.
Client status: must be training with us before booking.

If you are unsure on suitability please get in touch and I can advise.

Click the link in my bio, see the website or send me a message for more info 🐾

06/10/2026

Congratulations to this fab group for completing our Novice Retriever Gundog Course 🐕

We really pushed this group of boys and they coped really well, finishing the course on a 100 yard retrieve! Great work Almond, Enzo, Benson and Bruno.

Massive thanks to Riverside Animal Supplies for the goodie bags ❤️

03/10/2026

🌟CLIENT OF THE MONTH 🌟

Each month I showcase one client who has worked their socks off and made real progress. Make sure you are keeping me updated with your hard work to be in with a chance of winning.

Septembers winner is... Ralph 🖤

I am so proud of Ralph and his owner Sophie for overcoming some big obstacles this month! Sophie and Ralph have been doing so well getting on the same page, improving communication, and trying new things together. 🤩

Super well done Sophie and Ralph!

All winners receive a £5 Riverside Animal Supplies voucher to spend how they want 🏆

02/10/2026

Congratulations to this awesome group for completing the Foundation Gundog Course 🎓

Bermo, Nell, Murphy, Barney and Flora have done so well over the last 12 weeks progressing their obedience, whistle commands and retrieves.

I can’t wait to see you all again soon on the Novice Course 🤩

Got FOMO?! Send me a message to join the waitlist for the next course blocks!

Goodie bags from riversideanimalsupplies - thank you so much 🛍️

Address

Otley

Website

http://www.hollindaleworkingdogs.co.uk/, http://hopp.to/hollindaleworkingdogs

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