Bisley Canvas Beanbag Puppy Dummy | Perfect First Retrieve Dummy | Green & Orange | From 8 Weeks
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The Bisley Canvas Beanbag Puppy Dummy is the ideal first retrieve dummy for young gundog puppies. Small enough for a puppy's mouth, light enough for a puppy's jaw, and with a beanbag fill that gives a natural, yielding feel — everything about it is designed to make that first retrieve a positive, confidence-building experience. Part of the Bisley canvas dummy range alongside the 1lb and 2lb hand dummies, it's the natural starting point before progressing to heavier weights as the puppy grows. Available in Green and Orange — both highly visible for early marking work.
- Puppy-sized — small enough for young mouths from 8 weeks; Working Cockers, Spaniels, Labradors and all gundog breeds
- Beanbag fill — soft, yielding feel that encourages a confident, gentle hold
- Canvas construction — durable, natural feel; part of the Bisley canvas dummy range
- Two colours — Green and Orange; both visible for early marking work
- Lightweight — easy for young jaw muscles; builds retrieve confidence without strain
- £6.59 — the most affordable first step in a gundog's retrieve training
£6.59. Available in Green and Orange. Canvas beanbag construction. By Bisley.
The Bisley Canvas Beanbag Puppy Dummy is a small, lightweight first retrieve dummy for gundog puppies from 8 weeks. Beanbag fill gives a soft, yielding feel that encourages confident holding. Canvas construction. Available in Green and Orange. Part of the Bisley canvas dummy range. £6.59. By Bisley.
Why We Recommend It
The first retrieve a puppy makes sets the template for everything that follows. If it's too heavy, the puppy drops it. If it's too hard, the puppy mouths it. If it's too big, the puppy can't get a proper hold. The beanbag dummy solves all three problems simultaneously: it's light enough for the youngest puppies, the beanbag fill is soft enough to encourage a gentle hold without mouthing, and the puppy size means even a 9 week old Working Cocker can carry it comfortably. At £6.59 it's the most affordable investment you can make in a gundog puppy's retrieve training — and getting those first retrieves right is worth far more than the price of the dummy.
Key Benefits
- Puppy-sized — right for young mouths from 8 weeks
- Beanbag fill — soft, yielding; encourages confident, gentle hold
- Canvas construction — durable, natural feel
- Green and Orange — visible for early marking work
- Lightweight — easy for young jaw muscles
- £6.59 — the most affordable first step in retrieve training
Bailey Says 🐾
My friends, I am currently supervising a 9 week old Working Cocker Spaniel. She is very small and very enthusiastic and has absolutely no idea what she is doing yet. This is entirely normal. What she needs is a dummy she can actually carry — and this is it. I have observed her attempting to retrieve it and I can confirm it is the correct size for a puppy of her dimensions. I am providing experienced guidance from a safe supervisory distance. Grand-dog sitting is a serious responsibility and I am taking it very seriously. The beanbag dummy gets my full endorsement. 🐾
Perfect For
- Gundog puppies from 8 weeks — Working Cockers, Spaniels, Labradors, Golden Retrievers
- First retrieve introduction — before progressing to heavier canvas dummies
- Handlers who want to build retrieve desire early without strain or mouthing
- Included in the Bisley New Puppy Pack — also available individually
- Gift for new gundog puppy owners starting their training journey
Specifications
- Type: Beanbag puppy dummy
- Construction: Canvas with beanbag fill
- Colours: Green, Orange
- Suitable from: 8 weeks
- Price: £6.59
- Brand: Bisley
- Part of the Bisley canvas dummy range
How To Use
Introduce the dummy by rolling it along the ground and letting the puppy chase and pick it up freely. Don't ask for a formal retrieve yet — just build the desire to chase and carry. Once the puppy is enthusiastically picking up and carrying, begin to encourage return to hand. Keep sessions to 2-3 minutes maximum for puppies under 12 weeks.
- Start by rolling along the ground — let the puppy chase freely
- Build desire to carry before asking for formal retrieves
- Keep sessions short — 2-3 minutes maximum under 12 weeks
- Always end on a success — never push to the point of disinterest
- Progress to the ½lb canvas dummy when the puppy carries confidently
Care Guide
- Rinse after muddy or wet sessions and allow to dry naturally
- Do not tumble dry — air dry only
- Check seams periodically — replace if beanbag fill is exposed
- Store dry to prevent mildew in the canvas
- Do not leave with unsupervised puppies — retrieve dummies are training tools, not toys
Professional Insight
Training Academy Tip 💡
Gundog Training Academy Tip
The golden rule of early retrieve training: never let the puppy fail. If the puppy drops the dummy, the session is too long or the dummy is too heavy. If the puppy won't pick it up, the session is too formal too soon. The beanbag dummy is designed to make success easy — use it to build an unshakeable retrieve habit before you introduce any complexity.
One retrieve per session is enough for a very young puppy. End there, on a perfect retrieve, and the puppy will be desperate to do it again next time. Ten retrieves in a session risks boredom, fatigue, and the puppy learning that retrieves end when they stop being fun. Less is always more at this stage.
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FAQs
What age can I start with this dummy?
From 8 weeks onwards for gentle introduction. Keep sessions to 2-3 minutes maximum for very young puppies and always end on a positive note. The beanbag size and weight is appropriate even for the smallest gundog breeds at this age.
Which colour should I choose?
Both Green and Orange are suitable for early marking work. Orange is slightly more visible against grass and natural backgrounds, making it easier for young puppies to mark the fall. Green blends more naturally and is useful as the puppy progresses to more challenging marks.
When should I move to a heavier dummy?
When the puppy is carrying the beanbag dummy confidently and consistently — picking up cleanly, carrying without dropping, and returning to hand reliably. This is typically around 4-6 months, but every puppy is different. Progress when the puppy is ready, not on a fixed timeline.
Is this the same dummy included in the Bisley Puppy Pack?
Yes — the Bisley New Puppy Pack includes an orange beanbag dummy of this type. Buying individually allows you to choose your preferred colour or stock up on extras.
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