Gundog Journal

Gundog Journal Britain’s only dedicated gundog publication. Save on shop price when you subscribe. Pay just £11.66 per issue 16% cheaper than buying in-store at £13.95!

To subscribe and pay less go to - shop.twsgroup.com Gundog Journal is Britain's only dedicated publication for anyone working, owning or with an interest in gundogs. A bi-monthly journal of collectible-quality, it is a true celebration of man's best friend in the field. Each issue delivers a stunning journal of editorial features from the renowned publisher of Fieldsports Magazine. Frome expert tr

aining instruction to thought-provoking opinion and comment, it is a beautiful celebration of all things gundog. Amongst its rich panoply of topical, informative and well-researched articles, readers will find invaluable gundog training advice, fascinating interviews with the top gundog trainers of our era, guidance on medical issues and nutrition plus art, photography and amusing anecdotes from the field - all presented in a clean and contemporary design. With a commitment to quality, in a similar style to Fieldsports Journal, Gundog Journal is printed on thick 110 gsm, sustainably-sourced, hand-selected paper. Using an elaborate sheet-fed print process, the pages will have best-in-class colour fidelity, contrast and sharpness to display and award winning, world-class photography and features. Gundog Journal will be the second magazine in the UK country pursuits sector to be delivered in a recycled, recyclable cardboard box, Fieldsports Journal being the first. Caring about the environment we work our dogs in matters deeply to the publisher Fieldsports Press Limited, who has turned its back on single-use polywrap plastic for distribution, most of which ends up in landfill. The editorial team, publisher and contributors are as passionate about dogs as you and cannot wait to bring you this long overdue, highly anticipated publication. We know you will enjoy it! Available bi-monthly. Order and subscribe here: bit.ly/SHOP-GUNDOG-JOURNAL

Ageing is inevitable, but slowing down doesn’t have to mean stopping.In Volume VIII • Issue II, vet nurse Louisa Lane sh...
21/08/2026

Ageing is inevitable, but slowing down doesn’t have to mean stopping.

In Volume VIII • Issue II, vet nurse Louisa Lane shares how to keep older gundogs active, comfortable and mobile for longer through weight management, exercise, muscle care and recognising the early signs of arthritis.

Discover the simple steps that can help your dog enjoy more healthy years in the field.

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Forty years of Twelfths, and the dogs that made themSome Glorious Twelfths live up to the name. Others bring mist, rain,...
18/08/2026

Forty years of Twelfths, and the dogs that made them

Some Glorious Twelfths live up to the name. Others bring mist, rain, midges, missing dogs and a gamebook entry best forgotten.

After more than 40 seasons on the hill, David Hudson looks back through his records at the days when everything went right, the ones that went badly wrong, and the dogs and Guns who could make or break a day.

What’s your most memorable Twelfth?

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Thirteen nations, ten tests and one unforgettable weekend. In Volume VIII • Issue II, we look back at the Skinner’s Worl...
16/08/2026

Thirteen nations, ten tests and one unforgettable weekend. In Volume VIII • Issue II, we look back at the Skinner’s World Cup, where the world’s best retriever teams competed at Englefield Estate in a true celebration of skill, teamwork and outstanding dog work.

Discover the highlights from a memorable event.

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Nearly 50 years of early mornings, long drives and dedication in the field have shaped Kevin Doughty’s remarkable career...
14/08/2026

Nearly 50 years of early mornings, long drives and dedication in the field have shaped Kevin Doughty’s remarkable career. In our latest issue, we meet the Suffolk trainer, trialler and England Gundog Team captain whose quiet approach and passion for working dogs have delivered more than 36 trial wins.

Discover his training philosophy, journey through the sport and the lessons learned from a lifetime with gundogs.

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How fit is fit enough? In Volume VIII • Issue II, Ben Randall explains why building a successful working dog is about mo...
14/08/2026

How fit is fit enough? In Volume VIII • Issue II, Ben Randall explains why building a successful working dog is about more than speed and stamina. Discover his approach to training, nutrition and recovery, and how to prepare a gundog to perform when it matters most.

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More than 100 gundogs representing 23 breeds brought The Game Fair to a close at Ragley Hall. 🐶England took the Home Int...
13/08/2026

More than 100 gundogs representing 23 breeds brought The Game Fair to a close at Ragley Hall. 🐶

England took the Home International, while Chesapeake Bay retrievers won the Minority Gundog Breed Challenge ahead of the Irish water spaniels and Nova Scotia duck tolling retrievers.

Which minority breed would you like to see more of in the field?

https://gundog-journal.com/news/game-fair-2026-gundog-results/

4am starts, tired dogs and broods of eight and nine.Grouse counting has been an early-morning job this July, with keeper...
12/08/2026

4am starts, tired dogs and broods of eight and nine.

Grouse counting has been an early-morning job this July, with keepers getting dogs onto the hill before the heat sets in. Mark Osborne says the very warm weather tires dogs quickly, making evening sessions impractical.

On the best-keepered moors, the counts are encouraging, with broods of eight and nine being recorded.

How does your dog cope with working in the heat?

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Could your GPS tracker be doing more than just finding a lost dog? In our latest issue, we explore how modern technology...
09/08/2026

Could your GPS tracker be doing more than just finding a lost dog? In our latest issue, we explore how modern technology is helping gundog owners monitor location, fitness, recovery and safety in the field.

Discover how this evolving piece of kit could become an essential tool for working dog owners.

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A gundog that chases sheep is not just a nuisance — it can put livestock at risk, leave owners facing an unlimited fine ...
08/08/2026

A gundog that chases sheep is not just a nuisance — it can put livestock at risk, leave owners facing an unlimited fine and, in the worst cases, cost the dog its life.

With more than 33 million sheep across Britain, teaching stock manners is one of the most important jobs for any young gundog owner. Our guide covers introducing a puppy to livestock, correcting unwanted chasing and understanding the law.

Has your dog ever been tested around sheep? Full story: https://gundog-journal.com/training/how-to-make-a-gundog-stock-proof/

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