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Are pigeon breasts the only bit worth eating?

Are pigeon breasts the only bit worth eating?

Is there anything else worth eating on a pigeon other than the breasts? Read more


Can you train a gundog to find game in trees?

Can you train a gundog to find game in trees?

Is it possible to train a gundog to find shot game that falls into trees and bushes? Read more


I’m losing rabbits when I’ve lifted the purse net!

I’m losing rabbits when I’ve lifted the purse net!

I’m just getting started rabbiting with ferrets and find that I’m losing a number of rabbits which bolt when I’ve lifted a purse net to remove one that’s just been netted. Read more


Should I take a trap gun high game shooting?

Should I take a trap gun high game shooting?

I'm game shooting on a high bird shoot in January, and wondered if I should borrow a friend’s trap gun for the day, rather than take my Sporter which is only choked ¼ and ½. Read more


How can I entice deer on to my land for stalking?

How can I entice deer on to my land for stalking?

How can I entice deer on to my land for stalking? Salt licks, aniseed, planting willows? Read more


Can I not get my shotgun licence for five years?

Can I not get my shotgun licence for five years?

Last year I received a two-year sentence for fraud. On being released I had to sign a document saying I could not possess a firearm for five years. Read more


Can I leave my rifle in the car after deer stalking?

Can I leave my rifle in the car after deer stalking?

I have just completed the DSC Level 1 and was told during the course that I am only allowed to have a rifle in my car while going to and from my stalking ground. Read more


My dog has Addison’s Disease, is it hereditary?

My dog has Addison’s Disease, is it hereditary?

My German Shorthaired Pointer’s litter sister has just been diagnosed with something called Addison’s Disease. What is it and is he likely to get it too? Read more


How often should I handle my ferrets?

How often should I handle my ferrets?

How often do you handle your ferrets? The reason I ask is that a mate tells me to do it daily because that way they can be checked for lumps, bumps and stuff. Read more


What's the secret to smooth clay shooting?

What's the secret to smooth clay shooting?

I’m always amazed at how slowly and smoothly clay shooting pros mount their guns on even the fastest target. They also seem to hardly move the barrels. What’s their secret? Read more


Shooting UK News

Scale of UK's wildlife crime to be examined

Scale of UK's wildlife crime to be examined

The House of Commons select committee responsible for monitoring environmental protection and sustainable development has launched an inquiry to examine the scale of wildlife crime in the UK. Read more


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