An ode to the terrier
Are these loveable rogues really dropping in popularity? And if so, why?
Camilla Swift
A journalist, when time allows. Otherwise I'll be walking hound puppies, trying to shoot clays, falling off horses, running a point to point – or else thinking about any/all of the above
How the Scottish Government put the cat among the pigeons
A report suggesting 'compulsory containment' of cats has caused uproar in Scotland. But is it such a bad idea?
Big cats in the Highlands: how did four lynx appear in the Cairngorms?
Last week, four lynx were captured in the Highlands. But how did they get there? Was this an attempt at reintroducing them to the wild? Or a private owner, who simply couldn't cope?
Harnessing the Magic: A festive tale of reindeer and horses
While Father Christmas's reindeer are busy flying his sleigh full of presents around the world, you might find other animals in harness a bit closer to home
A day at Opening Meet: Horses, Hounds, and Hedge-Hopping
The start of the hunting season is heralded by thrills, spills, mud and plenty of port
The single most exciting thing happening this October
Pheasant days and Opening Meets pale in comparison to the joys of the new adaptation of Jilly Cooper's 'Rivals'
How can the kids of today learn about the outside world?
In this day and age, it's rare for children to be allowed to explore the countryside on their own. So how will the next generation learn about the wildlife and habitats around them?
A year in the life of a huntsman – and a foxhound
The life of a huntsman can sound idyllic – but life in kennels is tougher than it might look
We can all 'Learn Moor': Unveiling the secrets of England's uplands
Engaging with the public can help us show the truth about what goes on ‘behind the scenes’
Why it's time to do away with the 'Rural Vote'
Trying to class everyone in the countryside under one heading means certain disaster
Mastering the art of naming Hounds
The naming of hounds is not a decision to be taken lightly
Working Horses: From War Horse to Conservation Grazers
For thousands of years humans have employed horses for a wide range of jobs. Some native breeds' futures are threatened as mechanisation took their jobs, but others are finding new roles. ** On the move? Listen to Camilla reading her article **