Fred's leg: a mystery and a miracle!

Vicky Payne has been scratching her head this month after what appears to be a simple muscle sprain diagnosis turns out to be something much more unusual – but, as ever, her perseverance pays off!

First aid in the field

From cuts and eye injuries, to muscle strains and hypothermia, Vicky Payne runs through some common issues in working dogs and how to treat them

A is for Arthritis

An informative guide to some of the most common health issues our gundogs are likely to encounter

Vaccination, vestibular disease and vomiting in dogs

Vaccination, vestibular disease and vomiting. Vicky Payne explains the ins and the outs – literally – of these medical issues

Should I insure my working dog?

Should you get insurance to protect yourself against unexpected vet bills? There are some alternative options to insurance for your dog!

Should I spay my working bitch?

It’s common for vets to recommend spaying bitches, but what are the options? Vicky Payne offers insight into this major decision for gundog owners.

Gundog behaviour: why is my dog acting aggressively?

Vet Vicky Payne explains why gundogs may occasionally display aggressive behaviours, and what to do if that situation occurs.

How to protect your working dog from parasites

Prevention really is better than cure. Here is vet Vicky Payne’s guide on how to ensure you give your dog the best and most efficient protection from parasites.

Keeping gundog care costs down

The cost of living crisis is affecting everyone, and gundog owners are no exception! Here, vet Vicky Payne offers advice on how to keep your dog care costs down.

The use of e-collars in dog training

With the use of e-collars having been outlawed in Wales since 2010, Vicky Payne explains why she believes we should be lobbying to have this ban extended to the rest of the UK.

Gundog food: what to feed your working dog

Ask 10 gundog owners what the best dog food is and you will get 10 different answers! Vicky Payne explores how to feed our working dogs, depending on their needs and our priorities.

Gundogs: avoiding toxins in the field