British-made gundog kit: five makers for working dogs and their owners

Ivy & Duke: dog beds made in Manchester

Made in Britain for the dogs that work for us

British craftsmanship counts for more when it comes with a real understanding of the dogs that share our homes, our kennels and our shooting days.

Ivy & Duke makes every one of its dog beds in its own family-run factory in Manchester. From the first cut of fabric to the laser cutting of the labels, each bed is handmade by a small, skilled team, with quality and attention to detail at the centre of the work.

The company knows that for many owners a dog is far more than a companion: a loyal working partner, a trusted friend and part of family life. Whether a dog spends its days in the beating line or has earned a quieter life at home, it deserves somewhere comfortable to rest.

The aim from the start has been a bed that offers lasting quality without giving up on looks, bringing traditional British craftsmanship together with designs that sit as well in a country house as in a keeper’s cottage.

Making everything in-house lets the firm oversee every stage of production, offer bespoke sizing and take real pride in the finished bed.

Being British-made, the company says, is about more than where the beds come from: it is about the people who make them, the care that goes into them and producing something worth investing in.

Price: from £90

Visit ivyandduke.co.uk

Cotswold Raw: 80/20 Active raw dog food

Made in the Cotswolds

Cotswold Raw’s nutritionally complete meals are made from 80% British meat and bone with 20% fresh seasonal vegetables and carefully chosen herbs. Every recipe is made without grains, fillers or preservatives, giving a working dog balanced nutrition from quality ingredients, all prepared by the company in the heart of the Cotswolds.

• Cotswold Raw is accredited to the UK Pet Food Raw Standard.
• Its production facility is approved by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).
• Its recipes are developed by veterinary and nutrition consultants.
• The recipes comply with the guidelines of the European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF).
• The meals are made in the Cotswolds using premium British meat.

Price: from £3.75 per 500g

Visit cotswoldraw.com

Oonalfie: a British heritage brand for dogs

Oonalfie is not just another dog accessory brand. It has spent nearly 10 years making durable British dog collars and accessories for the discerning owner, handcrafted in Oxfordshire from materials sourced in the UK, and what it produces supports a network of other small British businesses and manufacturers.

Founded in 2017, Oonalfie grew out of frustration with dog accessories that, luxury or otherwise, were simply not fit for purpose. Disappointed by poor craftsmanship and substandard materials, founder and director Laura Shaw set out to change the way owners think about their dog’s kit, moving the market away from cheaply made imports towards 100% British-made products handcrafted by skilled artisans in the UK.

The collection, for dogs, their owners and their homes, sets the bar high. Through a love of fine design and lasting relationships with British artisans, Oonalfie makes pieces built to be treasured for life: the sort of lead that feels like butter in the hand and can be passed down through the generations of dogs in a family.

In 2026 Oonalfie says it is on track to become the UK’s first British heritage brand for dogs, the goal Laura Shaw has worked towards from day one.

Visit oonalfie.com

2BTreasured: Snowdon Sherpa Fleece

Made in Britain

Part of the 2BTreasured British Made Collection, the Snowdon Sherpa Fleece is handmade in Britain with quality, craftsmanship and hard outdoor use at its heart.

The Snowdon pairs a warm sherpa outer with a soft fleece lining for dependable warmth, and a tailored unisex fit keeps it looking sharp. Antique brass zips, embroidered 2BTreasured branding and a waterproof front zip pocket finish it, every detail chosen with both style and practicality in mind.

Built for cold conditions, countryside walks, farm days, camping trips and everyday outdoor life, the Snowdon is designed to be worn properly and kept for years.

The fleece is available to pre-order, with production in small batches to hold quality and attention to detail. The next drop is expected in early December, in time for Christmas, with limited numbers in each size.

It can be pre-ordered now in black or army green.

Price: £180 – save 20% with pre-order

Visit 2btreasureduk.co.uk

Sporting Saint: Grousepro Remote Control Dummy Launcher

British engineering for the working gundog

Designed and made in Britain by Sporting Saint, the Grousepro Remote Control Dummy Launcher brings practical engineering to the training field. Built for handlers who value reliability and versatility, it recreates the unpredictability of a shooting day without a second person standing by to throw dummies.

Operated by a handheld remote from up to 400m away, the Grousepro launches dummies from carefully chosen positions while the handler stays beside the dog. Adjustable launch angles suit everything from long marking retrieves and steadiness work to a simulated bolting rabbit. Single, duo and quad configurations let the system grow with a trainer’s needs, and one handset can run up to four launchers.

At approximately 2kg it is light to carry, yet it is built from robust, weather-resistant metal components, and the latest version has upgraded electronics and a stainless-steel launcher head. The rechargeable battery gives approximately 300 launches per charge, and compatible PVC dummies travel up to 90m.

Supplied with Sporting Saint canvas dummies, a charger and the handset, the Grousepro is backed by a 12-month warranty and in-house servicing: British gundog equipment manufacturing on show.

Price: from £625, including VAT

Visit sportingsaint.co.uk