The Rise of the English Pointer in America
Dog historian Craig Koshyk explores the Pointer’s rise from a lesser-known breed to dominance in…
Guide To Choosing Flea And Tick Preventatives For Your Dog
Protect your dog from insect-transmitted diseases by learning about the three most common ways to…
Six Famous Hunting Dogs in History
The legacies of Old Drum, Fend L’Air, Judy the Pointer, and more reach far beyond…
Dog Conditioning – Physically Preparing Your Dog for the Rigor of Hunting Season
Best practices for physically conditioning your dog before hunting season. A long day afield is…
The Importance of Eye Contact During Dog Training
Create teamwork and connection between you and your dog by learning to read each other’s…
Edward Laverack: the Father of the English Setter
The life and times of Edward Laverack, the man renowned for remodeling the English Setter,…
New CDC Dog Import Rules Will Affect Border Crossings and Air Travel
The CDC is expanding rabies requirements for importing dogs into the United States from all…
English Springer Spaniel: Breed Characteristics, Abilities, and History
Explore the history, trainability, personality, and form of the popular flushing breed, the Springer Spaniel….
Understanding the Stages of Steady Training a Dog
Steadiness training can be broken down into four phases: steady to flush, steady to wing,…
Llewellin Setter: Characteristics, Training, and Hunting Ability
The beautiful Llewellin Setter is quick to learn, highly trainable, and makes a loving companion…
Developing a Hunting Dog’s Bird Searching and Quartering Skills
Using a short and long lead to train your dog how to quarter at home…
Red Grouse Counting in the North Highlands of Scotland
Explore the tradition and conservation of red grouse in Scotland with pointing dogs during the…
English Setter: Characteristics, Abilities, and History
The intelligent and beautiful English Setter is an international phenomenon in the bird dog world…
NAVHDA Utility Test – A Complete Overview
A look at the NAVHDA Utility Test, including test events, scoring, preparation, and what to…
Water Spaniels – Origins, Development and Modernization
Explore the fascinating history and evolution of water spaniels, from their origins in the British…
Irish Setter: Form, Function, and History of a Timeless Breed
Discover the Irish Setter, an iconic red hunting dog breed renowned for its distinct characteristics…
The Russian Setter
Explore the history and story of a curious dog breed that never was. Sprinkled here…
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) – Twisted Stomach or Bloat in Dogs
GDV, also known as twisted stomach or bloat, disproportionately affects hunting dogs. Here’s what you…
Hunting Dogs Used to Target Florida’s Invasive Pythons
Labrador Retrievers are used to hunt invasive pythons through scent detection, protecting the threatened Everglades…
Youth Field Trial Alliance (YFTA)
The Youth Field Trial Alliance was established to promote and support youth participation in sporting…
Tips on Hunting Pheasant with a Dog
Handling, reading, and trusting your dog go a long way in improving your odds during…