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Welcome to Gundog Journal’s Health hub, your trusted resource for maintaining the well-being of your working dogs. Our expert veterinarians and canine health specialists provide comprehensive guidance on a wide range of topics, from preventing common conditions like Alabama Rot and Weil’s disease to managing your gundog’s weight and nutrition.

Discover invaluable advice on injury prevention, vaccination schedules and emergency care for heat stroke. Whether you’re caring for a labrador, spaniel, or any other working breed, our in-depth articles and professional insights will help you keep your loyal companion in peak condition for the field and beyond.

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Latest articles

  • Health

    Lumps and bumps

    If you find a lump on your dog then acting soon could prevent a lot more trouble later on, as veterinary nurse Laura Keyser explains.

    By Time Well Spent
  • Health

    Lyme Disease

    Article courtesy of Admiral Pet Insurance in-house veterinary nurse, Nicki Fox. 

    By Time Well Spent
  • Health

    Ugly vanity

    The show ring has had a ruinous effect on many of our working breeds; an array of conditions now affect hundreds of thousands of dogs across the country. But, thankfully, there are those who are battl...

    By Time Well Spent
  • Health

    The worst of times

    It’s the most difficult of subjects but here Tom Jones faces up to the sad reality of losing a beloved gundog and realises just how much they give us

    By Time Well Spent
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