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    Enjoyed that, thanks for the post . Much the same as you, rabbit numbers have dwindled the last few years here. I do have one particularly good permission that I've been thinking of doing the same thing with though if I get five minutes spare
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    Finish pulling some footings this morning ready for the new kennels
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    24m³ in this morning. Onto the next one.
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    I've searched the site but can't seem to find a similar topic but if there is, please could you post the link? Finished renovating the house I'm in about 16 months ago and with the weather (hopefully) soon to break, I need to build some kennels. I've got in my head what I want but would be keen to see what others have done before hand, whether it's the premier Inn or Hilton of dog kennels, let's see them.
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    I'll give this a go myself later on I usually start at 5m on the catch box then go out to 10/12m, the length of my garden.
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    I agree, and with the world ever changing I don't see it getting any easier to get out and about.
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    It shows how quick time passes, I thought that was last month. Turns out it was November . I'm getting old.....
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    It's certainly a steep learning curve and very rewarding, you're right. The ferrets had yesterday's kill but I do enjoy pigeon when cooked right. Here's two from last month, taken with the shotgun though.
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    In all fairness Tats its a lovely frame. I've got some TTF frames which fit my hand better but I can't quite get accurate enough with them. I like pinch grip but I've been shooting this with a thumb brace. I've got one other OTT frame which fits perfectly but it's wrap and tuck type which is fine but with the tapers I've been shooting, the bands don't last me a week and always seem to go at the worst times. Atleast with the clip type I can swap them out on the go within a minute. Out of all the stuff I get up to, going out with the catty and dog is my favourite, I think it's the simp
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    Somewhere between Christmas and New year, I picked up a catty for the first time since being a kid. In the hunt for accuracy, Ive tried five different frame widths, numerous band sets, ammo sizes, TTF, OTT etc. and I've finally got my first kill today. Wasp Wolf, precise .6mm yellow bands, 100mm active length, 19/11mm taper. 8mm steel ammo. Took a pigeon off a lamp post at about 15 yards. Over the moon. Also picked up a new knife today. We'll see how it holds its edge
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    Friday afternoon, the nights are drawing out and some long awaited decent weather meant it was time to get out for a few hours. Started with half hour on the catch box with the catty then headed out to a nearby permission. Tool of choice was the Air Arms s410carbine Plenty of greys and pigeons upon arrival which quickly scarpered. No close range shots available with the catty (not close enough for my skill level anyway) so got the air arms out and went to check zero. All looking good so went for a walk up alongside some beech trees where the greys usually hang around. I sp
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    You're quite possibly right in what you're saying. Mine did her first blind retrieve with a dead pigeon today. We managed 5 or 6 blinds/ memories from different spots. Happy with her progress.
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    Apparently they are excellent to work alongside birds. I've been trying to get my hands on Roy Bebbingtons book but it seems to be unavailable everywhere I look. I agree, it's a great shame to not work any dogs that have been bred for it. My mother has an 18 month old bitch who is half sister/ cousin to mine who is basically just a pet, has had very little training compared to mine and is a bit of a nightmare/ pain in the arse to be honest. I'm a firm believer that working dogs need a purpose, even if that's just training to work!
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    That's understandable. I'll be honest, in the first few months of owning her there were a few times I thought what on earth have I done. Not so much because of her energy levels but more the fact she was 100x more clingy, needy and vocal than any ex misses I've ever had! And that's saying something. I used to take her to work with me a few days a week in the early days but soon stopped that because of how needy she became. Some more crate/kennel time seemed to fix that over a few week period. Don't get me wrong, she adores being with you and I like that but I couldn't stick her the way sh
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    Yes that's right. I partially stripped her before Christmas, her most dense areas anyway. She's probably due another tidy up soon. I agree, I'm sure her coat will change with age the big ginger fecker
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    My wirehaired vizsla, just about 7 months old now and starting to fill out. Was hoping for a shorter tighter coat when I picked her but wouldn't change her character. Very biddable soft pup.
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    Somewhere between Newport and Abergavenny mate, i see you're from Pembrokeshire?
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    Good evening chaps and a Happy New Year to you all. Its been a number of years since I was last knocking about on here so thought id introduce myself again. I haven't hunted since about 2011 when I was 14, since found women and beer etc. etc. You know how it goes ?. Well I've just turned the ripe old age of 23 and found the bug again. My Lurcher Reggie is now 17 months old and has a strong prey drive so Im very keen to get him out working. Reggie was one of dogs from the last litter from my bitch who I just couldn't help but keep. His mother is a Bedlington x Whippet and his father w
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    Hi lads, just wondering if anyone else here fishes landegfedd res? Used to do a bit of fishing myself,after work today my uncle said he was going and asked me to come along so i did,we hired a boat and was out for around 6 hours. Didnt get anything but i really enjoyed it as it was my first time on flies. Although 2 blokes next to us had 30 ,had a chat with them and now have a better idea of what flies to use. cheers for reading.
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    ahh i see :/ ,i can certainly tell you like the air rifles haha just cant wait to apply for my own sgc and fac now atb mate
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    hi mate ,in the process of applying for my sgc,if this isnt sold by the time its through ,ill derffinately take it off your hands (Y) cheers mate Brad.
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    i think its roughly 25 pounds mate ? dont quote me tho Brad.
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    top job mate,nice shooting
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    what as the reason they turned you down davy ?
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    nice night lads! and good one for getting a charlie Brad.
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