Ffynongain Gundogs · Carmarthenshire · West Wales

Quality Gundogs. Proven Bloodlines. A Lifetime of Experience.

Welcome to Ffynongain Gundogs, Carmarthenshire, West Wales. With over 40 years of experience in breeding, training and producing exceptional working gundogs, Ffynongain has built a reputation for quality, performance and dedication.

40+ Years Breeding, training and producing working gundogs
40+ Winners More than 40 Field Trial Winners produced over the years
International Welsh, GB and international team success and representation
Huw Jones of Ffynongain Gundogs
Welcome to Ffynongain Gundogs

Quality, Character and Natural Ability.

Founded by Huw Jones, Ffynongain is a small, established kennel with a passion for producing dogs that combine natural ability, outstanding temperaments and proven pedigrees.

Our philosophy is simple: breed quality, develop natural talent and bring out the very best in every dog.

Based near St Clears in the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside of West Wales, Ffynongain is well placed for breeding, training and developing working gundogs in the right surroundings.

Whether you are looking for your next puppy, developing your young dog or seeking experienced guidance, we are always happy to help.

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What We Offer

Training, Breeding and Working Gundogs

Carefully developed dogs, quality bloodlines and practical guidance from decades of hands-on experience.

Gundog training at Ffynongain Gundogs

Gundog Training

Training for dogs and handlers of all abilities, from those just starting out to experienced competitors looking to develop their skills, all taking place at one of the best training grounds in the UK owned by Ffynongain Gundogs.

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Dogs at Stud at Ffynongain Gundogs

Dogs at Stud

Discover our stud dogs, pedigrees and working characteristics, along with the quality bloodlines behind the Ffynongain name.

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Puppies and trained dogs at Ffynongain Gundogs

Puppies & Trained Dogs

Occasionally, carefully bred puppies and trained dogs become available. We are always happy to offer advice to help prospective owners make the right choice.

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Experience You Can Trust

Decades of Knowledge, Competition and Coaching.

Over four decades of involvement in the gundog world have given Huw a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Huw made history by being the first Welsh man to have captained the GB Euro Challenge Retriever Team, the GB Gundog Team and the Wales International Spaniel and Retriever Gundog Team — the only team ever to win back-to-back Home Internationals.

Huw is also heavily involved with the Wales HPR International Team as team coach. The team made history in 2016 by winning the Home International HPR event at Ragley Hall for the first time.

Huw has also proven his abilities through competition, including being part of a Wales International World Cup winning team, winning the Windsor Great Park Test with 153 dogs completing that year, along with numerous Royal Kennel Club field trials and test competitions.

  • Over 40 years of working gundog experience
  • International team captain and coach experience
  • Proven results at the highest levels of competition
  • Training for dogs and handlers of all abilities
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Black Labrador retrieving a training dummy through long grass
A Reputation Built on Results

Success Built on Quality, Dedication and Proven Bloodlines.

Ffynongain-bred dogs have enjoyed success throughout the UK and internationally. With multiple Field Trial Champions and more than 40 Field Trial Winners produced over the years, our achievements reflect the quality of our breeding programme and our commitment to producing exceptional dogs. But success is not just about awards — it is also about producing intelligent, willing dogs with excellent temperaments that are a pleasure to own and work with.

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Our Gundogs

Meet Some of the Dogs Behind Ffynongain

Carefully developed dogs with working ability, quality pedigrees and the right temperaments.

Ffynongain Usain Labrador
Ffynongain Usain Labrador Retriever
Drakeshead Gareth Labrador
Drakeshead Gareth Labrador Retriever
FTW Ffynongain Tyler
FTW Ffynongain Tyler English Springer Spaniel
Shotguns used in the field, representing the working gundog tradition
A Lifetime Dedicated to Gundogs

A Passion That Spans Generations.

From breeding and developing young dogs to competing at the highest levels, Ffynongain has achieved considerable success, with homebred dogs gaining Field Trial Champion titles, Field Trial Winner awards and representing Wales internationally.

Our reputation has been built on generations of carefully selected bloodlines, dedication and a genuine love of dogs.

“Breed quality, develop natural talent and bring out the very best in every dog.”

Ffynongain is more than just a kennel. It is the result of a lifelong passion for dogs, built on family tradition, experience and a commitment to quality.

Based in the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside near St Clears, West Wales, we welcome enquiries from anyone looking for quality breeding, expert training or advice.

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Achievements & Recognition

Proven Results. Trusted Experience.

Huw Jones has competed, trained and coached at the highest level, with achievements spanning national and international working gundog competition.

Ffynongain has produced dogs that combine natural ability, willingness and sound temperaments — qualities that matter just as much in the shooting field as they do at home.

If you are looking for quality breeding, experienced training or straightforward advice based on decades of proven involvement, Ffynongain offers experience you can trust.

Former UK Gundog Trainer of the Year Huw Jones · Ffynongain Gundogs
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Huw Jones UK Gundog Trainer of the Year awards
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Discover the Ffynongain Difference.

Whether you are looking for your next puppy, developing your young dog or simply seeking experienced advice, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

Huw Jones – Ffynongain Gundogs
Carmarthenshire, West Wales