Bridging the Pond: British Gundog Excellence Finds a Home in Texas

Richard of Glasybont Gundogs and Tim Seguin of Blazing Gun Dogs are proving that world-class gundog training transcends continents. This dynamic partnership sees the precision and tradition of British gundog training techniques, honed in the tranquil Malvern Hills of Herefordshire, UK, being expertly applied to British bloodlines in the heart of Texas, USA.
The collaboration represents a unique fusion of specialized breeding and training philosophies, aimed at producing the finest working retrievers capable of excelling both in the American field and as devoted family companions.
The Heritage: Glasybont’s Commitment to Quality
Glasybont Gundogs, with their established breeding lines over five generations, has built a reputation on meticulous health testing, welfare, and a deep understanding of Labrador genetics. Their ethos, as championed by Richard and his team, focuses on developing dogs with the ideal temperament: intelligent, biddable, and possessing a strong natural working ability.
Glasybont’s training approach, described as a modern adaptation of traditional techniques, emphasizes positive outcomes, consistency, and a step-by-step program tailored to the individual dog. They believe in training within a “pack mentality,” where younger dogs learn by observing seasoned, trained dogs—a testament to the holistic, low-pressure methods prevalent in British gundog culture.

The Training Ground: Blazing Gun Dogs in Texas
Bringing this high standard to the American field is Tim Seguin and Blazing Gun Dogs. Operating a full-time, family-operated kennel in Texas, Blazing Gun Dogs specializes in proven Irish and British gundogs. Their mission is clear: to offer clients authentic, started, and advanced retrievers that are hard-working in the field yet possess the perfect, steady temperament for home life.
The Texan landscape, with its varied terrain and demanding hunting scenarios, provides a crucial proving ground for these British lines. The partnership with Richard allows Tim to infuse the innate drive of these British-bred dogs with the subtle, quiet handling techniques typical of UK training.
Key Pillars of British Gundog Training
The training collaboration focuses heavily on the distinct characteristics of the British style, which values steadiness, soft mouth, and quiet handling above all else:
Steadiness: The foundation of the British gundog is the ability to remain absolutely calm and motionless until commanded to retrieve, even amidst the excitement of the shot and falling game. This is achieved through patience and rigorous repetition.
Whistle and Hand Signals: Training is whistle-based, emphasizing precision and control at a distance. The dogs are taught to respond to minimal, often silent, hand signals—a mark of a truly polished working dog.
Minimal Pressure: The British approach prioritizes building the dog’s confidence and natural abilities, moving away from harsh or forceful methods. This is particularly effective with the sensitive yet highly motivated temperament of the British Labrador.
A Shared Vision for the Future
This transatlantic alliance is not just about training dogs; it’s about preserving and enhancing the integrity of the British sporting retriever. By combining Glasybont’s commitment to genetics with Blazing Gun Dogs’ expertise in applying these refined training methods in a demanding American context, Richard and Tim are ensuring that these exceptional dogs continue to thrive, excelling in driven shoots, duck blinds, and, most importantly, as cherished members of the family.
The Texas/UK partnership is setting a new standard for quality, proving that the silent, steady brilliance of a British gundog can shine just as brightly under the vast Texan sky.

For our clients that are based in North America, this partnership facilitates access to the best breeding lines in the UK combined with British based training techniques delivered in the heart of the United States.