Visit The Kennel Club (KC) at The Game Fair to have your dog's eyes tested and talk about other relevant health tests for your breed. Eye testing is really important for all breeds of dog, including working gundogs and it only takes ten minutes so can be completed on the day. BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Testing Appointments available on Friday, July 26th, and Saturday, July 27th for BVA/KC/ISDS eye testing. Benefits of BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme: • Comprehensive assessment: Detect potential eye concerns early, even those not visible in routine checkups. • Responsible breeding: Provides the information you need to make informed breeding decisions ...

Spring is on its way and it's the time when many people think about taking on a new working dog puppy. The evenings are getting lighter and the weather is improving - both of which make training a youngster a little bit easier. But how do you make the right choice when choosing a puppy, particularly a working breed like a spaniel or labrador? Darren Kirk We asked award-winning gundog trainer Darren Kirk of Kirkbourne Spaniels for his tips on choosing a working dog puppy. This is what he advised: "First of all, decide how your dog will be ...

The way to a fit, happy and successful gundog is through its stomach. We ask Julie Collins of Dog & Field why canine nutrition is as important as having the right training equipment Every dog owner knows that diet is important. Dogs are omnivores, so benefit from eating both plant and meat but the key to balancing that diet lies in achieving a complex mix of minerals, vitamins, essential amino acids (from protein) and fatty acids (from fat). It’s not quite as simple as plucking a product off the shelf of Pets at Home. “It’s really ...