This module explains how to advance retriever training for 7–12 month old puppies, focusing on steadiness, marking accuracy, honoring, and realistic hunt preparation. It covers advanced obedience, doubles and memory marks, honoring drills, diversion bird setups, and simulated duck-hunting scenarios. Each lesson emphasizes confidence, patience, and control through structured repetition, positive reinforcement, and real-world distractions such as gunfire and multiple dogs working together. By the end, handlers will have the tools to prepare their young retrievers for hunting season with reliable obedience, calm steadiness, and strong marking performance both on land and water.