168. Why 'Flawless' Gundogs Don't Exist

Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt like your gundog has to be perfect. 🙋‍♀️Social media, comparison traps, and the pressure to have a textbook retriever can make you feel like you’re always falling short. But here’s the truth—there’s no such thing as a flawless gundog.In this episode of Found It, Fetched It, Jo Perrott sits down with LWDG experts Claire Denyer, Jemma Martin, and Samantha Thorneycroft-Taylor to break down why perfection is a myth—and why chasing it can actually hold you back. We’re talking about the messy, in-the-trenches moments of training, the power of progress over perfection, and how to build a confident, connected partnership with your dog (without losing your mind in the process).If you’ve ever thought, Why isn’t my dog like that one on Instagram?, this episode is for you. Grab a cuppa, hit play, and let’s chat.