Gundog training

Variety is the spice of life with North Midland URC

The North Midland Area of the United Retriever Club proved their wide ranging appeal at their puppy and novice tests at Welbeck, Notts., with three breeds sharing award honours. Read more

A testing day for URC Lincs

The Lincs Area of the United Retriever Club held an open test and qualifier for the Inter-Area Finals at Grimsthorpe Castle, Bourne by kind permission of The Parker Shoot. Read more

When building kennels what takes priority?

I would appreciate advice on the size of internal sleeping compartments and external run sizes.
We have recently moved to our new home in the countryside, and have a great opportunity to build new kennels. I would also like to know if it is a good idea to kennel younger dogs with older dogs. Read more

URC Hants and South West Area

The URC Hants and South West Area’s special puppy, intermediate and veteran working test was held at Fonthill Bishop by kind permission of Lord Margadale. Read more

URC Essex Area at Lyons

The Essex Area of the URC held special puppy, novice and veteran tests at Lyons Hall, Great Leighs by kind permission of Mr C. Tritton, and generously sponsored by Masters Dog Food. Read more

What's the best way to get my gun dog to eat her food?

My young bitch is a very fussy eater. I have tried several brands of dog food and I have found that the only thing she will eat is dried tripe sticks. Can you advise me on this? Read more

How can I improve my dog's training on unseen retrieves?

My labrador bitch is now 18 months old and I’m intending to pick-up with her this season.

My inexperience led me to concentrate too much on marked retrieves in her early raining which has meant that her work on unseen retrieves leaves a lot to be desired. Read more