This week I chatted with LWDG Group Expert Claire Denyer and LWDG Featured Expert Abbie Reid bringing you a fresh take on our latest podcast episode, "The Journey Of Raising A Retriever." If you're navigating the exciting and sometimes challenging path of raising a retriever puppy, this one's for you.

Key Topics

• Let puppies explore and have fun while training, don't be too strict too early
• Train each puppy according to their unique personality and motivations
• Proof behaviours in different environments, don't assume they'll generalise
• Build a strong bond so the puppy wants to work with you
• Reward and praise for small successes, don't wait for perfection