People kennel their dogs for all sorts of reasons. In some countries, kennelling is more popular than others. Some of the most common reasons for keeping gundogs in kennels are Multiple … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2012
Introducing gunshot
You probably know someone that has taken a young dog onto a driven pheasant shoot with no preparation and no previous experience of gunfire. And the truth is, for some dogs, some of the time, … [Read more...]
Facing Cover: Part Three
What a difference a day makes. I have written previously about my concerns over a young cocker, who was having problems facing cover. We had made some progress. I had got her retrieving game … [Read more...]
Christmas Gifts for Gundog Owners
At Christmas we take pains to choose the right present for the right person. We know you want to get everyone you care about presents that they will not only be pleased with, but get good use out … [Read more...]
Rachael: A week of consolidation
This week has been pretty hectic one for me. What with 'picking-up', family, and business commitments, Rachael's training has had to take a back seat. So we have done what I always do when I … [Read more...]
Facing Cover: Part Two
I recently wrote about my little cocker’s fear of brambles. Last week I spent some time planting retrieves in light brambles, to build up her confidence in facing cover. This week I have spent … [Read more...]