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New Trainer - Training Routine/Feeding etc.
Thomas Gerrard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 5 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 10:30
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Hi everyone,
I'm new to the whole greyhound training and would like to hear everyone's thoughts on what exercise methods/feeding they believe is best, i.e. thoughts on walking/galloping etc. I'm not expecting everyone to give away their secrets! But a bit of guidance would be much appreciated.
I have read Training and Racing the greyhound by Darren Morris and I am about to start reading Charlie Lister's book on greyhounds. One thing that seems pretty consistent throughout all training methods is the use of galloping and a gallop track to achieve peak fitness. However, there isn't much to be said about trainers who don't have access to a gallop, how and where would they gallop their dogs? (Also any book suggestions would be much appreciated!)
If there is also any trainers on here in the Hertfordshire area (I'm about 15 miles east of Henlow dog track) that would be willing to 'show me the ropes' and offer me some guidance. That would also be greatly appreciated!
George Curtis book is very good if you can get hold of a copy.
Thomas Gerrard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 5 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 14:22
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Thanks Jonjo, will order a copy
Paul Gebhard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 329 Dogs 613 / Races 81 29 Nov 2020 18:20
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Search ebay or amazon for a second hand copy of
The Guvnor The Greyhound Trainer by H. Monatagu - Harrison
Originally published a very long time ago, but still relevant
Ideal for a newcomer because it covers the sort of question youve specifically asked, plus feeding, rearing, spotting and treating minor ailments and injuries
Good luck
Cheers
Thomas Gerrard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 5 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 19:53
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Thanks Paul, much appreciated!
Terry Jordan Australia (Verified User) Posts 6013 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 20:20
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Thomas Gerrard wrote:
Thanks Paul, much appreciated!
Hi Thomas, A great book to get hold of, especially for a newcomer is "The Ultimate Greyhound" written by Mark Sullivan.
You can still purchase this book though Amazon, Google books etc. You'll love it!
Robert Conway Australia (Verified User) Posts 461 Dogs 4 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 20:46
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hi on this site there is a story on training by jason thompson one of australia top trainer.
Thomas Gerrard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 5 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 20:57
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Terry Jordan wrote:
Thomas Gerrard wrote:
Thanks Paul, much appreciated!
Hi Thomas, A great book to get hold of, especially for a newcomer is "The Ultimate Greyhound" written by Mark Sullivan.
You can still purchase this book though Amazon, Google books etc. You'll love it!
Thanks Terry, I'll take a look
Thomas Gerrard United Kingdom (Verified User) Posts 5 Dogs 0 / Races 0 29 Nov 2020 21:01
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robert conway wrote:
hi on this site there is a story on training by jason thompson one of australia top trainer.
Read that post this morning. Very informative and reassuring to know that I'm sort of on the right lines on how you'd train a dog well.
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