What You Should Look For Choosing a working cocker spaniel is a decision that deserves careful thought. Whether the dog is intended for shooting, trialling, or an active working home, the right choice starts with understanding what truly matters in a working gundog. Temperament Comes First A good working cocker should be keen, biddable, and […]
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Sid Wins South West Scotland Gundog Association Open Cocker Stake We’re delighted to share a significant milestone for Greengates Gundogs following recent trial success at Emblehope Estate. On Saturday 6th December 2025, Sid was awarded first place at the Open Cocker Spaniel Stake hosted by the South West Scotland Gundog Association. The stake attracted a
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At Greengates Gundogs, breeding has never been about numbers or trends. It has always been about producing working gundogs that are genuinely fit for purpose — dogs with the drive, temperament, and soundness required to perform in the field and remain honest, biddable companions. A strong emphasis is placed on proven working lines. Careful selection
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Proving Ability in Real Working Conditions When breeding working gundogs, trial results provide far more than competition success. They offer a clear and objective way to assess ability, temperament, and consistency under real working conditions. Field trials place dogs in challenging environments. Dogs must hunt effectively, respond to handling, remain steady, and perform reliably throughout
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