The life of an international gundog

Bree is an amazing little yellow Labrador that is based in the United States. To escape the summer heat, Bree returned to the UK for a summer training season to prepare her for the US hunting season which begins on September 1st. Although the UK has had one of the warmest summers on record in 2025, it is still significantly cooler than the temperatures experienced in Texas. This facilitates training on steadiness, retrieving and game finding ability in addition to lots of fun playing with the dogs in the Glasybont kennel.

After her flight from Los Angeles to Heathrow, Bree started working with our trainers using the latest air powered dummy launching systems to increase her memory and ability to observe and mark dummies.

Bree’s training progressed to test her steadiness and the excitement of a full day and line of guns when she spent the day at a simulated game day at the Barbury shooting school in Wiltshire. It was an important day for Bree with it being her first time sitting up in the line of guns which tested her steadiness, a crucial skill needed for her for the later season once live game begins.

But it hasn’t been all work no play for Bree this summer with her getting a weeks vacation in Pembrokeshire, where she spent her time consolidating her training in the day on the beach and coastal national park followed by relaxing on the sofa at night.

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05:56 19 Oct 24

Hannah Chenoweth

13:51 07 Feb 24

We have only positive things to say about our experience with glasybont gundogs from the start to now. The process started with a call with Zoe where she gave us information about her planned litters, joint scores, genetic tests and ethos. We were quickly able to meet the dam and sire for two potential litters last summer. It was clear how much Zoe loves her dogs and it was wonderful meeting such friendly dogs. After that Zoe kept us informed upon the birth of the litter providing pictures and milestone updates. All the dogs were very healthy and well looked after and we were able to meet up puppy at 6 weeks before picking up at 8 weeks (with some flexibility so that we could pick up on a weekend). Zoe handed off our puppy to us with a lot of information about the first weeks, the first round of vaccinations and has been there when we needed help. We had a few problems with crate training at the beginning and Zoe was there at the end of the phone when we needed her. We have had a brilliant experience with our puppy, the integration into the home has been easy, he has a wonderful gentle temperament, loves to have fun and is easy to train. We credit Zoe with producing some incredible Labradors for family homes and can only thank her for the joy that she has brought to our lives.

Jane Hutchinson

22:56 30 Dec 21

We have an absolutely wonderful puppy. Many thanks to Zoe for her expert care and support. Jolie is everything we could hope for and more. Thank you.

Philip Roberts

22:11 29 Nov 21

We put our name down for a puppy in October 2020 and collected our new puppy in September 2021. Communication was great and any questions or concerns were answered very quickly whilst Percy was settling into the house and was being crate trained. All in we are very happy and love little Percy

rwhitear

11:28 03 Jun 21

I can't recommend Zoe at Glasybont Gundogs enough. After researching for a new Labrador nearly a year ago and wanting to make sure that we got a dog with the right temperament and character for our liking, Glasybont just looked like the perfect choice. The temperament of the puppies is perfect for us. Placid and calm ( At times 🙂 ) with a generous splash of mischievous character.

Julie Phillips

15:49 05 Dec 20

Beautiful well bred dogs.

David Bracher

14:34 05 Sep 20

We collected Buddy, our first family dog, in 2018. Buddy is amazing and we simply could not now imagine l Cf Tc ife without him. He is so caring and loving with the children, and it was a joy (and it was straightforward) to train him. People often stop us on our long walks and say what a beautiful, and immaculately behaved, dog he is. The service, professionalism, knowledge and advice we received from Richard and his family was exemplar. If you’re looking to make a Labrador part of your family, you simply wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Simon Higginbotham

10:03 15 Aug 20

My Wife and I were invited to visit Zoe and Richard from Glasybont Gundogs as we wanted a Labrador Retriever and were told through a friend we needed to speak to both Zoe and Richard before anybody else. On meeting them both we were welcomed into their home to meet their dogs and instantly you could see why they were highly recommended, their dogs were extremely well trained with excellent temperament and their knowledge and experience from training gun dogs made it much easier for us. Richard showed us his training which was well, more then impressive and Zoe was nothing but supportive throughout the whole process with her incredible knowledge. Our Labrador Merlin is now over a year old and he is nothing but wonderful and with the training tips from both Zoe and Richard we have an extremely behaved and intelligence Labrador Retriever and for me looking back it was the best decision to put our trust in Glastbont Gundogs, Thank you both.

18:10 08 Aug 20

Met Zoe and visited in early 2020. Really professional service and communication from the outset to collection of beautiful puppy. So delighted with all the help and support Zoe provided.

Lewis A

06:23 06 Aug 20

After visiting a few other breeders we came across Zoe @ Glasybont Gundogs and from the outset it was clear that she deeply cares for her dogs. We were invited around to meet her dogs so we could see the size and temperament of her dogs and ask any questions.
Once there was a pup for us we were added to a WhatsApp group where Zoe posted photos of the pups as they grew every few days or so.
Zoe was friendly and polite and answered all are questions through out the process.
We now have are little puppy Milo at home with us and he is a bright little bundle of joy that loves cuddles with the kids and chasing little toes.

Many thanks Zoe. If we ever decide to get a little brother or sister for Milo Glasybont Gundogs will be are first call.

Sam Taylor

20:11 04 Aug 20

Richard and Zoe were great when we were looking for our family dog, after much research we found Glasybont gundogs and after meeting them at there home and seeing their dogs it was clear to see the dedication and true passion for what they do.
They were helpful and knowledgeable and made everything very easy.

Beggarbush Gundogs

14:28 31 Jul 20

I’ve known Richard and Zoe for some 10years.

I am a professional trainer and breeder, that’s where I first met Richard during training.

I have trained and shot regularly over Richards dogs. They are great family dogs as well as the great Gundogs. Health tested and top sire’s always selected for their girls. To further their breed lines.

A lovely family home with fantastic family bred Gundogs.

Karl Renshaw

14:03 31 Jul 20

After seeing the dogs working it was apparent that a lot of care and attention goes in to each and every dog in training. Very professional and quick to give any advice when asked definitely a plus when new to the sport

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