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Who was the pick of the bunch at the South of England hound show? [PICTURES]
The first of the major hound shows recently took place over two days at the South of England hound show in Ardingly, West Sussex. The judging of the foxhounds was on Thursday 11 June with the beagles...
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by Michael ClaytonThe introduction of an Old English line into the Cottesmore’s “modern” pack was welcomed by the judges at the puppy show at their at kennels in Ashwell, Rutland, on 11 June. Richard...
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Andrew Sallis: Puppy shows are fraught with danger [H&H VIP]
The painfully eloquent words of an office-weary President Obama reacting to yet another mass shooting may convince the US gun lobby to concede to tighter legislation on gun ownership — a right laid...
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The winners: Wales & Border Counties Hound Show [PICS]
A wide variety of hounds were showing at the Wales & Border Counties Hound Show at Builth Wells on 25 June. There was something for everyone with Welsh Foxhounds, Fellhounds, English Foxhounds and...
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Vote planned to make changes to the Hunting Act
The Conservative Government is planning a vote on making changes to the Hunting Act 2004. Although no date has yet been confirmed, it is believed the vote is scheduled for Thursday 16 July. The...
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AP McCoy makes winning return to the saddle at Barbury
Champion jump jockey AP McCoy thrilled crowds at St James’ Place Barbury Horse Trials on Saturday (11 July) as he returned to the saddle for a charity jumping competition. Raising money for the Injured...
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LIVE UPDATES: debate and vote to change the Hunting Act 2004
On Wednesday 15 July, the House of Commons will debate and vote on proposed changes to the Hunting Act 2004. The changes are in the form of a Statutory Instrument (SI) to vary the current terms of...
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*Updated* Vote to amend Hunting Act postponed
The vote proposing amendments to the Hunting Act 2004 scheduled for Wednesday 15 July in the House of Commons has been shelved. The dramatic move by the Government comes after it emerged last night...
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Who caught the eye at the Blaston Hound Show? PICTURES
Blaston Hound Show 28.06.15 Modern Hound judges Paul Larby & Neil Coleman ( large )The ever-popular Blaston Hound Show took place on 28 June in Blaston, Leicestershire. With 18 packs taking part,...
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Which hounds came up trumps at the Great Yorkshire Show? PICTURES
Best entered couple of doghounds Ñ Grove and Rufford Stilton 14 & Strongbow 14The Grove and Rufford Hunt enjoyed considerable success in the foxhound ring at the Great Yorkshire Show last week (15...
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RSPCA to stop chasing hunting cases through courts
The RSPCA will no longer pursue those accused of illegal foxhunting through the courts. This decision comes following a review by Stephen Wooler, former chief inspector of the Crown Prosecution Service...
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Men found with live fox in bag convicted of illegal hunting
Three men, who were accused of being connected to the Ross Harriers, based in Herefordshire, have been convicted of illegal hunting under the Hunting Act 2004. In October 2014 the trio were pulled...
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8 memories from another great day at the Festival of Hunting
It would be no surprise to learn that there were all shapes and sizes of hounds at the Festival of Hunting at the South of England showground on Wednesday, 22 July. However this was not all the day had...
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Countryside Alliance appoints new chief executive
Tim Bonner is to take up the role of chief executive at the Countryside Alliance (CA). Sir Barney White-Spunner will be stepping down as the organisations executive chairman after three and a half...
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Richard Gurney: Kicked around like a political football *H&H VIP*
Well, they say a week is a long time in politics and now we can add hunting to that statement. “Hunting to return by back door,” they said. The free vote on the amendment to the Hunting Act 2004 was to...
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12 standout moments from the Festival of Hunting *PICTURES*
Four Shires Magnum 14, a popular winner in the basset hound classesSo, just what is it that draws such a large crowd to the Festival of Hunting at the East Of England Showground each year? Is it the...
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PICTURES: 6 handy hunters for sale this week
As the hunting season fast-approaches, perhaps it’s time to consider who will be your mount for this season. Whether you want to jump everything in sight or enjoy a more leisurely pace at the rear of...
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Who won at Dunster Hound Show? Full results and pictures
The annual hound show at Dunster Country Fair — which is set in the spectacular grounds of Dunster Lawns in Somerset with the castle overlooking the event — took place on Wednesday, 29 July. With...
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West of England Hound Show winners *PICTURES*
The West of England Hound Show at Honiton in Devon on Thursday, 6 August drew a large crowd, including many who book this day in as part of their summer holiday when visiting the West Country. This...
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Young huntsman triumphant at Stradbally Hound Show
Credit: Noel MullinsHuntsmen new to carrying the horn triumphed with their charges at the 105th Irish Masters of Foxhounds’ Association (IMFHA) Show at Stradbally Hall, Co Laois, Eire on 5 July. Conor...
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