Gundog training

Puppy health advice: Elbows and X-Rays

Puppy: Why is it so important for working labradors to have their elbow joints X-rayed at the same time as their hips are checked? And what is the best approach with a puppy? Read more

Spaniel training: Stopping spaniels from pulling on

Spaniel training: I have been helping on my local shoot, dogging-in birds from the boundaries. My two spaniels have started pulling forward onto scent and sometimes going off the whistle. I need spaniel training advice. Read more

Gun dog training: Obedience training

Obedience training: Without proper obedience training a gun dog with behavioral problems will be of no good to anyone. Read more

Cocker spaniel field trials results

Cocker spaniels: The last Kennel Club field trials of 2012 were held by the Kennel Club in Norfolk. Read more

My dog recently exhibited some strange behaviour?

Dog behaviour: Recently, we had two visitors, known to my dog, who met him at the front door. He turned his head away and raised his lip in what seemed like a snarl and backed away from their hands. Read more

How can I get involved in field trials?

I have an 18-month-old cocker spaniel, which I work, and I am considering going to a field trial with a view to spectating and, at a later stage, taking part myself. I live in Lancaster — could you tell me what I need to do to get involved? Read more

Is it irresponsible of me to work a springer with a full tail?

Tail docking: Having spent months researching English springer spaniels, I am at the point of trying to find a reputable breeder. I would like a show-type springer but want to train it to hunt and retrieve. Read more

Will a poor gundog test affect my Working Gundog Certificate?

I am considering trying for my Working Gundog Certificate (WGC) at Chatsworth in a novice working test. If I get a low score on a test, will that mean a fail for the WGC as well? Read more