good advice dogs-n-n...... i should say that goes with out saying...all you can do is try but very few get that break and a hell of a lot of lads are self taught only getting a look in when they prove themselves...sad but thats the way it is in the real world nice touch by the way.
you could always follow a hunt, and once they know your commited and willing to lend a hand ( and not a complete numpty) you will be accepted.
hi mate cheers for the offers i have got a terrrier but she wont o to ground although i used to rat with her i have started following the hunt lke you said an