Ruger outfoxes the competition at Crufts
Flat-coated retriever Ruger, owned by Helen Fox and handled by daughter Megan, was crowned overall winner of BASC’s Gamekeepers’ classes at Crufts 2022.
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Gundogs
Crufts returns
This week sees the long-awaited return of Crufts, and all eyes will be on the BASC rings on Sunday 13 March for Gundog Day.
BASC statement on Pet Theft Taskforce recommendations
BASC welcomes the government’s commitment to tackle the reported increase in incidents of pet theft.
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Challenges for shooting in animal welfare shake-up
Read Conor O’Gorman’s blog following the inclusion of plans for new animal welfare legislation in the Queen’s speech in parliament yesterday.
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Measuring the impact of dog theft
A major new survey by BASC has found that three-quarters of respondents have taken additional precautions to protect their dogs from theft over the past year.
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BASC dog owner survey – the cost of dog theft
BASC has conducted an online survey to inform our future work in relation to dog theft.
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Check for hidden dangers – ticks
Ticks, and tick-borne diseases, are becoming more of a widespread issue in the UK. Be vigilant after exercising your dog outside, says BASC’s gundog officer Kate Dymock.
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Living with Lyme disease
Andrew Profit, a keen stalker and outdoor enthusiast, talks about living with Lyme disease.
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Simple measures you can take to prevent dog theft
As reported thefts of dogs in the UK soar, what can you do to prevent your dog from being stolen? Experts from Skinner’s share their advice on keeping your dog safe.
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New NI pet travel requirements “bureaucratic and burdensome”, says BASC
Post-Brexit rules on pet travel in and out of Northern Ireland set to be costly.
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