AKC Master Hunter Test: Requirements, Expectations, and Etiquette
What happens during an AKC Master Hunter test? Here’s what handlers and dogs are expected…
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A Different Approach: The Versatile Deutscher Wachtelhund
The Deutscher Wachtelhund is a rare German hunting dog known for its tracking and big…
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The Hunting Spaniels of New Zealand
In New Zealand, hunting spaniels like English Cockers and Springer Spaniels are used for hunting…
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Bring on the Bassets: Rabbit Hunting with the Barony Bassets in Scotland
How Daphne Thorne’s pack of bassets keeps traditional hunting alive in modern Scotland This article…
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Buying a Pointing Dog: Comparing Puppies, Started Dogs, and Finished Dogs
What new bird dog owners should know about the costs, commitments, and tradeoffs of puppies,…
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Navigating Hunting-Related Dog Injuries in the Field
How to assess the severity of hunting dog injuries in the field and decide whether…
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The Braque Francais: A Rare French Pointing Dog Breed
Both Gascony-type and Pyrenean-type Braques Francais are classically appealing and intelligent, loving bird dogs The…
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Responsible Recovery: Blood Tracking Big Game with Versatile Dogs
Trained tracking dogs help hunters recover wounded game ethically and effectively This article originally appeared…
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Braque du Bourbonnais: Characteristics, History, and Abilities
A unique hunting dog breed, the short-tailed Braque du Bourbonnais is bred by and for…
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How Dog Shows Don’t Help Hunting Dog Breeders Obtain “Perfection of Form”
What if dog shows didn’t reward beauty and instead objectively evaluated the functional abilities of…
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The Differences Between American and European Pointing Dog Tails
Whether a pointing dog’s tail is held level or at 12 o’clock is not particularly…
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Emotional Dysregulation in Dogs and Puppies: Helping Dogs Stuck in “Drive” to Relax and Self-Regulate
Techniques and strategies for shifting excitable, anxious, and emotionally dysregulated dogs into “neutral.” Most of…
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How Much Does it Cost to Have a Hunting Dog?
The estimated cost of owning a hunting dog over a 12-year lifespan is $208 per…
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Southeast WMA Bird Dog Training and Conditioning Guide
Learn public land regulations and tips for safe, effective pre-season prep while training bird dogs…
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Meet Fin, an Invasive Mussel Detection Dog
How one conservation dog helps the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife combat the spread…
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Caring for the Aging Bird Dog: Vet Advice on Hunting, Health, and Joint Support
Here are some of the best ways to care for and hunt with a senior…
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Most Popular Bird Dog Breeds of 2025
Exploring the most popular bird dog breeds of the upland hunting community over the years….
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Training Dogs with a Long Lead – Check Cord Basics
Teach obedience and steadiness while preventing common off-lead problems Dog training methodologies are vast. The…
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Why Strong Leadership Is the Secret to Successful Dog Training
Confident, consistent leadership improves obedience and builds a stronger bond with your dog. Have you…
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Spinone Italiano – Italian Pointing Dog Breed History and Development
The traditional, rough-haired Italian pointing dog overcame difficult odds to become a modern, versatile hunting…
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Advice From A Vet: Knowing When To Say Goodbye To Your Hunting Dog
The bond between hunters and their dogs is one that never breaks. Here’s some advice…
