Gundog training: Test & Trials: I am new to gundog competitions; how can I find out more about the rules of field trials?
<strong>Q) Do we need grit in our laying-pen? I have been told that modern feeds have enough calcium in them already and that putting extra grit down is a waste of time and money. I’m of the opinion...
<strong>Style is judged as an essential part of setter trials across Europe, but not every dog has it</strong>
Badger cull: Concern grows as farmers field bogus phone calls and risk being filmed in new threat from anti-badger cull campaigners.
Logie: A shoot on Scone Palace land, Logie is growing in stature thanks to a young keeper coming of age.
<strong>Farmers harassed by anti-badger cull activists</strong>
I have done a fair bit of clay shooting - Sporting and Skeet - and I’m now trying my hand at Down-the-Line, which I really enjoy.
Gundog training: I notice that you often advise the use of food for rewards during training. Shouldn't a dog be happy to work for praise?
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