Hywel 53 Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 I'm considering sometime in the future, getting a terrier to do some "bushing" for rabbits alongside a lurcher. What breeds of terrier would you suggest being the most suitable? :search: I have to say, I do like Lakies and Patterdales, but are they best suited to foxes?? Any assistance appreciated... Quote Link to post
lucky 578 Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 i think any type of terrier would be suitable for bushing but one of the best dogs i've seen in cover was a springer spaniel Quote Link to post
swanseajack 228 Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 i think any type of terrier would be suitable for bushing but one of the best dogs i've seen in cover was a springer spaniel <{POST_SNAPBACK}> If it's just rabbit's your after, any terrier with a bit of leg on it.. short legged small types are slower, some can fit in the rabbit holes and are a pain... something with a bit of leg than can cover the ground and make a bit of noise.... me I'm biased and I'd say a Bedlington... but anything with a nose and a bit of go in it will do.... Quote Link to post
welshdragon 6 Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 I'm considering sometime in the future, getting a terrier to do some "bushing" for rabbits alongside a lurcher. What breeds of terrier would you suggest being the most suitable? :search: I have to say, I do like Lakies and Patterdales, but are they best suited to foxes?? Any assistance appreciated... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> im with swanseajack on this one ive got 2 Bedlingtons that is all they are used for is bushing and marking rabbits to ground and holding them in the nets they just cant be beaton all the best W.D Quote Link to post
J Darcy 5,871 Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 How about trying to get hold of a "failed" earth dog? With their good nose and busy nature im sure any terrier will be ok for flushing bunnies... Quote Link to post
Guest goran Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 German Hunting Terrier (Jagdterrier) but it is too much of a dog for some.Very strong hunting drive and in need of daily excersize-hunting. Quote Link to post
Hywel 53 Posted October 18, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 18, 2005 German Hunting Terrier (Jagdterrier) but it is too much of a dog for some.Very strong hunting drive and in need of daily excersize-hunting. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks for the responses guys I'll take your advice on board Quote Link to post
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