Totally Gundogs

Gundog training and fieldwork for all breeds of gundog.

Collapsing spaniels

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Please note: this article is for general discussion only and is not to be used as a substitute for veterinary advice. You must get your dog checked by a vet if he collapses or seems unwell whilst … [Read more...]

Beating for the first time

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So you want to go beating For many gundog owners,  beating is their first introduction to the shooting scene. Like many sports,  game shooting has a language and culture all of its own,  and it … [Read more...]

Have Your Say on Gundogs

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Most of us have our preferred or favourite gundog breeds. Most of us will agree that all breeds have their strengths and their weaknesses,  their pros and their cons. I have quite strong … [Read more...]

Is this a wake up call?

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On Monday morning the Daily Mail published a report on the decision by WH Smith to ban the sale of shooting magazines to children under fourteen. To supply the logic behind this extraordinary step … [Read more...]

Rabbiting on the linseed stubble

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I am gradually moving articles from my very first old blog to their final homes.  I thought this one might interest other gundog owners.  It is also interesting to compare the harvest dates.  This … [Read more...]

Hunting for Gundogs

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All gundogs must be able to hunt. Retrievers are expected to hunt for shot game, whether dead or wounded and to ignore live unharmed game. Spaniels are expected to hunt and flush live unharmed … [Read more...]

Sprinting for gundogs

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There have been several studies in recent years comparing the physiological effects of sprinting with those of endurance activities like jogging. These studies have shown that the same fitness … [Read more...]

Signed copies of Total Recall

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My new book Total Recall has arrived in the shops at last! You can order from Amazon, and various other booksellers, but the first twenty orders placed through the Gundog Club will receive signed … [Read more...]