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I need legal help following an arrest!
Two weeks ago I was arrested and given a formal caution for an offence I did not commit. Read more
Where can I find rifle shooting tuition?
I have read your articles about accurate shooting but am having difficulty putting the advice into practice on my own. Are there any training courses available where I can get personal tuition? Read more
My terrier is aggressive with other dogs!
I have a 17-month-old Border terrier. She will leave when told, come back to the whistle, sit when told and is great with people and children, but she is very anti-social with other dogs when they show an interest in her. Read more
Which is the right rifle for shooting foxes and stalking deer?
I require a rifle to shoot foxes and to stalk deer. I want to buy a moderated .308 because of the ammunition choice, but have been told by friends that this calibre would be overkill for foxes. I can only afford one rifle. Can you make any suggestions? Read more
Is it true deer can't be shot one hour after sunset?
The legal ruling that deer should not be shot one hour after sunset, or before sunrise, has always struck me as odd? Usually it's too dark to see (let alone shoot) at that time. Or are modern rifle scopes so good now, they enable you to see in the dark? Read more
Will the price paid by dealers for shot pigeons ever rise?
At the moment a bird shot in my area doesn't cover the cost of a cartridge, yet my local restaurant is still serving up a pigeon breast starter at £10 a time! Read more
I am 15 years old and buying my first gun, which should I choose?
I am 15 years old and am saving up to buy my own gun, but do not know which one to choose. I would like to shoot medium to high birds, but also clays. My budget is £1,000 and I am left-handed. Can you suggest where I might go for more help? Read more
How can I look after my gun dog's coat?
I own a working cocker spaniel that is 12 months old. Can you please give me advice on how to look after its coat, as some say you can cut it but others say not to. I do not know what to do for the best. Read more
Why do pigeons prefer spring grown rape?
I have noticed they invariably decoy much more easily - even when there are spring drillings in the vicinity. So why don't farmers grow more of it? Read more
Why does my polecat try to bite?
When my polecat ferret emerges from a hole and I go to pick him up, he dances about as if trying to bite me. Can you explain this? Read more
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