Shooting rabbits with a gun can be rewarding as it is frustrating and testing. But is it effective? It very much depends on the circumstances and the goal that you are aiming to achieve.
Rabbit control with a gun requires a pragmatic approach, according to whether you are going out to shoot a few or something a lot more substantial. Safety is paramount and should always be the first consideration for someone wanting to control rabbits with a firearm on any given plot of land.
Anyone can pull a trigger but it takes a level head to refuse the shot if the situation is questionable. At all times care should be taken with regard to housing, roads, livestock and, of course, other people. Stony ground is something to beware in this regard, especially for ricochet.
Thermal spectrum
Paul Austin explores both ends of the thermal market with latest high-end release from Zeiss alongside a surprising entry-level offering from Xinfrared
Roe, rucks and new ground
Jon Snowdon and his team have much to keep them busy and a new tool to help them
Tales from a lifetime of foxing
Join Mike Powell as he explores the evolving world of fox shooting, drawing from a career that spans seven decades
Fox rot about Charlie
Patrick Hook responds to claims that fox numbers are dangerously on the wane
The sniff of success
Join Ryan Kay as he navigates the fascinating dynamic between a handler and their canine companion
Adventures of Nick & Ted
A new chapter in the histories of Sporting Gun and Sporting Shooter has Nick Ridley reflecting on the dogs he has trained over the years he has been associated with the magazines
The problem: Inflammation in the nervous system
Vet's advice
Gundogs Q&A
No problem goes unsolved as Sporting Gun puts your questions to the gundog experts
Stop-start!
Fran Ardley continues her training tips on disciplining your dog to the stop whistle and the exercises you need to do
Gundogs at the Game Fair
Organising the Game Fair's prestigious gundog competitions: behind-the-scenes with Francesca Prentice
