We celebrate remarkable achievements at this year’s Crufts, where a Devon-based flat-coated retriever named Barney won BASC’s prestigious gamekeeper class. Owned by gamekeeper Sue May and shown by Helen Ford, Barney showcased the perfect blend of skill, versatility and training, proving why working dogs are integral to conservation and gamekeeping.
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Charles Smith-Jones recalls some of his more memorable experiences from the various high seats he has used while stalking over the years
Can I clean my gun dog’s mouth of feathers after it has delivered a bird in a field trial?
I keep getting conflicting advice about where to start.
<strong>In his 20 years of service to HM The Queen Bill Meldrum produced seven field trial champions from the royal kennels</strong>