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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

    In the summertime

    Veterinary Nurse Laura Hawkins identifies what happens when dogs suffer from heatstroke and how to deal with it.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    The Ultimate Dog Vaccine Guide

    Most British dog owners are familiar with the need for jabs and boosters, but here Laura Keyser explains more about the conditions we are vaccinating for.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Putting A Dog Down: What You Need To Know

    Making the decision to put your dog to sleep is the most traumatic decision dog owners face. Veterinary surgeon Laura Keyser has some words of wisdom about the kindest options when it comes to putting...

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Gundog Stretches

    What do we mean by gundog physio and how can it benefit your dog following an injury or as part of their regular regime? Veterinary physio Sarah Guffogg has some answers.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    The Trouble with Ticks

    The continual threat posed by ticks and Lyme’s disease means constant vigilance is vital for gundog owners, as Laura Keyser explains.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Don’t be an Easy Target

    With regular news of stolen gundogs making us all jittery, we asked BASC gundog expert Kate Dymock to explain a few things you can do to put your mind at ease.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Dog Arthritis: What You Need To Know

    Laura Hawkins talks us through how to identify arthritis in our dogs, and how this most debilitating of disorders can be prevented.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Kennel Club Health Tests: The Lowdown

    Are health tests jeopardising the future efficacy of our gundog breeds?

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    The Ultimate Dog Eye Infection Guide

    Gundogs are susceptible to a number of different hereditary eye conditions and, as owners, we should be aware of them.

    By Gundog Journal
  • Health

    Risky Business

    Insurance is always about attitude to risk, but you must be aware your working dogs can get hurt, and putting them right might cost more than you think.

    By Gundog Journal
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