Creatures of Habit — Are Your Training Habits Helping or Hurting Your Dog?

In this episode of the Cornerstone Gun Dog Academy Podcast, we explore a simple truth that shapes every training journey: both you and your dog are creatures of habit.

After a memorable hunting experience — and a timely reminder from a CGA member — we dive into how unnoticed patterns can either accelerate progress or quietly hold you back.

You’ll learn how to evaluate your training approach, recognize when frustration is pointing to a needed adjustment, and make small but powerful changes that can dramatically improve your results.

We cover:

• Why following a proven process matters
• How consistency builds reliable retrievers
• When to stay the course — and when to adapt
• The power of subtle training adjustments
• Why great trainers learn to think from different angles

If you want a calm, confident, capable retriever, it starts with taking ownership of your habits and training with intention.

Stop guessing. Start progressing.

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