The Field Gundog Awards 2018, in association with Skinner’s Pet Foods, attracted a wide variety of entries from every type of gundog. Some were from old hands that executed particularly…
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Best spaniel breed: a new companion
As a gundog writer, David Tomlinson knows more about our six spaniel breeds than most. So he is faced with a tricky decision in his search for a new puppy.…
Flatcoated retrievers: the Edwardian gun’s choice
During the Golden Age of shooting, flatcoated retrievers were the gundogs of choice. David Tomlinson takes a look at how the flatcoat was supplanted in the line by today’s most…
How to transport your dog in a car: dogs on the move
There are many ways to transport your dog to the shoot, but which avoids travel-sickness and muddy paws while keeping them safe and secure? David Tomlinson advises on how to…
Off duty gundogs: what to do in the off season
Days in the beating line or on the peg may be on hold for now, but our gundogs remain busy come summertime. Most gamebirds are currently off the menu but…
Gundog photograph of the year: The Field Gundog Awards 2018
We are delighted to announce that entries to The Field Gundog Awards, in association with Skinner’s Pet Foods, are now open. And we have a brand new category for 2018.…
How to take an HPR shooting
Breaking into shooting is difficult in the best circumstances, and becomes even more so when you have an HPR. But old assumptions that they are noisy and hard mouthed are…
Bloat in dogs – and the need to act quickly
Bloat in dogs is uncommon but often fatal, as the winner of The Field’s Best Family Gundog award discovered last year when he sadly lost picking-up golden retriever, Charlie. David…
Working cocker spaniel health problems
Today the cocker spaniel is a popular gundog, often outnumbering springers in the field. And it is easy to see why. Cockers have courage and character and their small size…
Gundog whistles: more than just hot air?
Today, the gundog whistle is essential kit, but look back to a century ago and all that is to be found clamped between the owners’ lips are pipes. David Tomlinson…