Testimonial – Gundog Training Tess the Springer Spaniel – Tessleymoor Gundogs, Preston, Lancashire.

I originally took my Springer Spaniel Tess (18 months old) to Damian in June of this year.  From my initial meeting I knew Damian was a good man and had a genuine love for all dogs. He was able to tell me instantly what was needed to be done with Tess and what her potential was. A dog is a big commitment, I knew that when I bought her. It’s also a big commitment whether you want a dog as a pet or as a working dog. Funds were pretty tight and I couldn’t commit to the training. However, after just one assessment with Damian, Tess behaved differently.  Especially on the lead.

I got back in touch with Damian in November. Not the best time of year to begin training as it’s dark for most of the next few months. Especially in Lancashire. However, I wanted Tess to achieve her full potential as a working dog! but I also wanted to become part of the gun dog scene. It was great to see Damian again, who could remember everything we had discussed 6 months earlier. Quite remarkable, really. We had another one to one session (assessment) which is not an easy hour, as Damian basically points out all the things you have been doing wrong.  But it’s for your own good.  He gave me the reigns back to be in charge and I went away to practice for the next two weeks.

The next meeting he brought one of his young spaniels by the name of Nell. A cracking dog.  Nell and Tess spent the next hour doing what working dogs are made for. I have never smiled as much in that hour with my dog before. We had a real bond and when she looked into my eyes, it was almost like she was thanking me. Damian speaks a lot of sense and is straight to the point. I like that about him.  He is a strong character and everything he does is for the dog. I have now joined Damian’s gun dog club and hope over the next few months that my bound with Tess grows and my bound with the gun dog world does too.

The next few months will be exciting times.  I am very fortunate to have met Damian, he is truly a decent and honest bloke. Which is rare in this world.  I would recommend Damian to anyone who wants to get the potential out of their dog. I hope over the next few months that I continue to learn from the master. I hope that we become friends, he shares many views that I do.

Posted: December 19, 2013