The Sporting Saint 1/2lb Long Throw Dummy bridges the gap between the puppy dummy and the standard 1lb. Lighter and easier to carry, but with the same long throw cord for distance work — available in 11 colour and game bird print variants at £6.89.

Why We Recommend It

The jump from puppy dummy to 1lb can be too much for some dogs — the 1/2lb Long Throw solves that with a weight that's manageable for younger or smaller dogs while still introducing the challenge of distance work. The game bird prints make it equally useful for more experienced dogs that need visual stimulus without the full 1lb weight.

Key Benefits

1/2lb weight — the ideal step between puppy dummy and 1lb
Throwing toggle for distance work
11 variants including solid colours and HD game bird prints
Suitable for younger dogs, smaller breeds, and progression training
Game bird prints for visual realism
Made by Sporting Saint — £6.89

Bailey Says 🐾

This is where it gets serious. Not puppy-serious. Proper-serious. The cord means business, the weight is just right, and the Cock Pheasant print had me very confused and very excited in equal measure.

Perfect For

Dogs stepping up from the puppy dummy for the first time
Smaller breeds where the 1lb is too heavy
Introducing game bird visual stimulus at a manageable weight
Handlers building a progressive dummy training programme
Water training with a lighter, easier-to-carry dummy

Specifications

Weight: 1/2lb
Cord: Throwing toggle for distance work (cord colour may vary)
Solid colours: Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White, Pink, Lilac
Game bird prints: Cock Pheasant, Mallard, Hen Pheasant, Partridge
Suitable for: Land and water training
Vendor: Sporting Saint — Price: £6.89

How To Use

Introduce after your dog is confident with the puppy dummy
Begin with shorter throws to allow the dog to adjust to the new weight and cord
Use the throwing toggle for controlled, accurate throws at increasing distances
Progress to the game bird print variants once basic retrieve confidence is established
Use as a stepping stone — once confident with the 1/2lb, move to the 1lb Long Throw
Suitable for water retrieves — throw to land in water and encourage the dog to mark

Care Guide

Rinse with clean water after water training and hang to dry naturally
Do not machine wash — this may affect the canvas and cord
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
Check the toggle and cord attachment regularly for wear
Note: cord colour may vary between batches

Professional Insight

The 1/2lb Long Throw is one of the most underrated dummies in the range. Handlers often skip it in favour of going straight to the 1lb — and then wonder why their dog is struggling with carry or delivery. Building confidence at the lighter weight, with the added challenge of the throw cord, produces a much more reliable retrieve when the step up to 1lb eventually comes.

Training Academy Tip 💡

Don't rush the step up to the 1lb. Use the 1/2lb Long Throw until your dog is retrieving confidently at distance, with a clean pick-up and delivery to hand. Only then introduce the 1lb — the transition will be seamless and the dog's confidence will remain intact.

ProTrain Principle

Progression is everything in dummy training. Moving too fast to a heavier dummy can knock a dog's confidence and create bad habits. The 1/2lb Long Throw gives you the distance challenge without the weight burden — a smarter step in the training ladder.

Complete Your Setup

Sporting Saint 1lb Long Throw Canvas Dummy
Puppy Dummy
Training Scent Liquid

FAQs

How is this different from the 1lb Long Throw Dummy?

The 1/2lb is lighter and easier for younger or smaller dogs to carry. It's designed as a stepping stone between the puppy dummy and the full 1lb — same long throw cord, less weight.

Is this suitable for puppies?

It's designed for dogs that have already mastered the puppy dummy and are ready to step up. For very young puppies, start with the dedicated Puppy Dummy first.