1 ferret,1dog,no nets

[morton 5,368]

If im wanting rabbits for the pot,its out with the nets,then it depends on the location,how many im willing to see run again or if the dogs need the runs.

[iworkwhippets 12,618]

I never use nets, in goes Nobby my ferret, out comes bunny, great chase and catch, like today

[rob190364 2,594]

I never use nets, in goes Nobby my ferret, out comes bunny, great chase and catch, like today

Nobby

[Ideation 8,216]

It's all well and good in theory but relies on the right ground.

 

Also, its frustrating when the dog runs the first off across the field and another six trot out and feck off when the dogs busy.

[jezza 126]

all depends whether you're supposed to be clearing them or not, but i dont think you can beat lurchers and longnet, best of both worlds

[rob190364 2,594]

It's all well and good in theory but relies on the right ground.

 

Also, its frustrating when the dog runs the first off across the field and another six trot out and feck off when the dogs busy.

most of the places I go you rarely bolt more than one or two from a warren, if I was on permission that regularly has 4, 5, 6 in a warren I'd definitely use nets....with just one in a warren though it's ideal for not using nets.

 

I know what you're saying about the ground though, if there's a lot of cover you ain't giving your dog much of a chance.

[Ideation 8,216]

You are right mate, when you have singles, its usually fine.

 

When we do bigger places, the dogs get plenty of action grabbing them in nets and running those that slip the nets or at this time of year (with the cover) explode out of missed bolt holes.

 

To be fair though, i hate to miss rabbits if im there to clear them, so usually always use nets.

 

When its for fun, its fine, and i got a great spot for it, with plenty of bunnys and woodland warrens, in reletivly clear woods.

 

But down here, the dog needs to be on them as they leave the hole, as usually they are straight away through the cover, not giving the dog much chance to run them.

 

Mind you, some folk would be horrifyed seeing the dog/s racing after rabbits weaving in and out (and over) trees.

[rob190364 2,594]

You are right mate, when you have singles, its usually fine.

 

When we do bigger places, the dogs get plenty of action grabbing them in nets and running those that slip the nets or at this time of year (with the cover) explode out of missed bolt holes.

 

To be fair though, i hate to miss rabbits if im there to clear them, so usually always use nets.

 

When its for fun, its fine, and i got a great spot for it, with plenty of bunnys and woodland warrens, in reletivly clear woods.

 

But down here, the dog needs to be on them as they leave the hole, as usually they are straight away through the cover, not giving the dog much chance to run them.

 

Mind you, some folk would be horrifyed seeing the dog/s racing after rabbits weaving in and out (and over) trees.

Can't beat seeing them at full speed through woodland/scrubland etc. One of the main reasons my little lurcher suits me better than a bigger one, a big lurcher would be an accident waiting to happen in half the places I go ferreting!

[redtailhawk1 84]

You are right mate, when you have singles, its usually fine.

 

When we do bigger places, the dogs get plenty of action grabbing them in nets and running those that slip the nets or at this time of year (with the cover) explode out of missed bolt holes.

 

To be fair though, i hate to miss rabbits if im there to clear them, so usually always use nets.

 

When its for fun, its fine, and i got a great spot for it, with plenty of bunnys and woodland warrens, in reletivly clear woods.

 

But down here, the dog needs to be on them as they leave the hole, as usually they are straight away through the cover, not giving the dog much chance to run them.

 

Mind you, some folk would be horrifyed seeing the dog/s racing after rabbits weaving in and out (and over) trees.

Can't beat seeing them at full speed through woodland/scrubland etc. One of the main reasons my little lurcher suits me better than a bigger one, a big lurcher would be an accident waiting to happen in half the places I go ferreting!

 

Will have to get my whippet out with your lurcher to show mine the ropes if that's ok Rob.

[Ideation 8,216]

Aye, i hunt a lot of woodland, most days. But sometimes you have to close your eyes Probably why my dogs looks somewhat 'used'

[rob190364 2,594]

You are right mate, when you have singles, its usually fine.

 

When we do bigger places, the dogs get plenty of action grabbing them in nets and running those that slip the nets or at this time of year (with the cover) explode out of missed bolt holes.

 

To be fair though, i hate to miss rabbits if im there to clear them, so usually always use nets.

 

When its for fun, its fine, and i got a great spot for it, with plenty of bunnys and woodland warrens, in reletivly clear woods.

 

But down here, the dog needs to be on them as they leave the hole, as usually they are straight away through the cover, not giving the dog much chance to run them.

 

Mind you, some folk would be horrifyed seeing the dog/s racing after rabbits weaving in and out (and over) trees.

Can't beat seeing them at full speed through woodland/scrubland etc. One of the main reasons my little lurcher suits me better than a bigger one, a big lurcher would be an accident waiting to happen in half the places I go ferreting!

 

Will have to get my whippet out with your lurcher to show mine the ropes if that's ok Rob.

yeah sure pal, mine still acts the clown a bit with other dogs so it'll do her good to get used to working alongside another dog aswell...will send you a pm.

[rob190364 2,594]

Aye, i hunt a lot of woodland, most days. But sometimes you have to close your eyes Probably why my dogs looks somewhat 'used'

it definitely sharpens them up though, don't you think? I'm stood there in amazement half the time when mine is full tilt though the cover, how she doesn't hit trees (touch wood!....no pun intended) is beyond me!

[Ideation 8,216]

Aye, i hunt a lot of woodland, most days. But sometimes you have to close your eyes Probably why my dogs looks somewhat 'used'

it definitely sharpens them up though, don't you think? I'm stood there in amazement half the time when mine is full tilt though the cover, how she doesn't hit trees (touch wood!....no pun intended) is beyond me!

 

Aye, i think you are right. They also learn to work smart and try to pick it up as it bolts so they dont have to run

 

I do worry sometimes.

 

The grandsire to my dog ended up with a branch through his neck . . . . didnt kill him, but kind of ruined his day

[BIGLURKS 874]

Never use nets just do it for the dogs find u end up having a better day not having too carry loads of nets

[The one 8,483]

Just at the end of the day no bother putting nets down and give the dog a run or two