Welcome to Field Notes & Follies
Field-tested insights and honest lessons from life with gundogs – triumphs, trials, and training follies included.
About the Author
Hi, I’m Emily – Dog trainer, field trialler, and slightly reluctant early riser.
Field Notes & Follies is a space for thoughtful reflections on training mindset, preparation, and the everyday moments that shape life with gundogs… the polished, the muddy, and everything in between.
Latest Field Notes
From Field to Fireside
After a much-needed step back, Hail and I returned to the field with no expectations, only to be reminded why gundogs have my heart. From quiet moments on the peg to an unexpected placing, this weekend unravelled what makes these dogs such exceptional companions.
Getting Ready for the 2026 Hunting Season
Seven years after getting my first gundog, you’d think I’d have this hunting thing pretty well figured out. The truth? Hail and I have only had a handful of proper hunts together. From embarrassing early mistakes to this years big plans, here’s how we’re preparing for the upcoming hunting season.
If the Dogs Can’t Come, We’re Not Going
When your life really does revolve around your dogs… or you’re in too deep to back out, you might find yourself in need of a dog trailer. Here’s our account of what it was like to design and build our own dog trailer for adventuring with our four-legged best mates.
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