Gundog Training Forum

The labs usually get a bucket of warm water and horse shampoo if they've been rolling in poo, and the if the terrier has ventured into the muck heap in search of rats he gets a good scrub in the kitchen sink (!) If they've been in the sea/out in the lovely weather we have been having recently, then...

The labs usually get a bucket of warm water and horse shampoo if they've been rolling in poo, and the if the terrier has ventured into the muck heap in search of rats he gets a good scrub in the kitchen sink (!) If they've been in the sea/out in the lovely weather we have been having recently, then ...

I have barbours which are great so far (only two years old though) and have just been used for mucking out and a bit of walking! But if you want to spend more then I've heard good things about Le Chameau. I would be tempted to avoid Hunter, the quality just doesn't seem very good.

Yeah, I think at the end of the day I just need to find a puppy that I like, who comes from good parents and a nice home! Thanks for the advice

Did she name any joint problems in particular? She was particularly talking about elbow dysplasia/IOHC resulting in fractures. Do you think I should be looking for a springer who's parents have hip and elbow scores? I got the impression most people tend not to do this, and only do the compulsory te...

Hi everyone, So I'm looking to get my first puppy, and I intend to bring it up as a working dog, but I'm having a dilemma! I decided I wanted a springer, however I mentioned this to my mum (who is an avid labrador fan, we've always had at least 4, always black) and she thinks I should get a cocker, ...