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A true Italian beauty

some continental breeds of dogs have become popular in the shooting field, yet others have failed to establish themselves in this country. The Brittany, for example, is the most popular shooting dog in France, yet it has never caught on in the UK, despite its many plus points. First imported into Britain in 1981, it has a niche following with falconers, but it’s rare to see one out shooting. This is despite the fact that it’s a compact, good-looking dog, with the advantage of being the smallest of all the

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