Sporting Saint Cock Pheasant Pelt
Authentic Feather Retrieve Training Tool
The Sporting Saint Cock Pheasant Pelt is a specialist training product handcrafted in the UK, designed to introduce dogs to the realistic feel, scent and texture of feathered game. Built as a serious progression tool within structured gundog training, this pelt helps bridge the gap between standard canvas dummies and natural game retrieves.
By incorporating genuine cock pheasant feather and skin, it prepares dogs for real-world retrieves in a controlled training environment, building confidence, correct pick-up habits and scent familiarity before stepping onto a shooting day.
Why the Cock Pheasant Pelt Matters
Dogs trained solely on smooth canvas can hesitate when first introduced to feathered game. The Cock Pheasant Pelt provides a controlled introduction to realistic texture and scent, allowing dogs to adapt gradually and confidently.
It supports:
- Secure feather pick-up and carry
- Natural scent recognition
- Improved mouth placement on irregular shapes
- Smoother transition into real game retrieves
Product Specification
Material: Genuine cock pheasant pelt
Options: Pelt only or fitted to ½ lb, 1 lb or 2 lb canvas dummy
Use: Game familiarisation, scent drills, retrieve preparation
Bulk Options: Available in packs of 25, 50, or 100
Key Features
- High-volume packs for professional trainers, clubs, and trial organisers.
- Authentic cured feathers for lifelike texture, scent, and tactile feedback.
- Versatile application—easily secured to various dummy weights with included bands.
- Ideal for placing drills to encourage methodical hunting and clean delivery.
- Sustainably sourced and professionally prepared for durability and field use.
Perfect For
- Professional gundog trainers managing multiple dogs daily.
- Gundog clubs and breed societies organising group training days.
- Setting up extensive “blind” retrieve and scent-work courses.
- Training programmes focused on transitioning large strings of dogs to feathered game.