How Dogs Develop on Ruffed Grouse – A Guide to Preparing a Dog for Grouse Hunting
Hunting guides and dog trainers share their thoughts on how owners can prepare their bird…
Training and Troubleshooting the Recall Command with Dogs
Learn about the recall command and how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise with…
How to Remove a Dog From Foothold Traps, Snares, and Conibear Traps
Learn about the types of traps a hunting dog can encounter, how to handle it,…
How a Bird Dog Understands Scent Cones with Bill Allen
Read the excerpt ‘Scent Cone Primer’ from The Unforgettables and Other True Fables, a collection…
Fungal Infections and Hunting Dogs: The Warning Signs and What to Do
Told from first-hand experience, the author shares the story of the loss of his puppy…
Spring Woodcock: The Quiet Period and Pointing Dog Training
Explore the ethics, laws, and dog training opportunities of the spring woodcock season The afternoon…
A Tired Dog is a Good Dog: Managing the Seemingly Boundless Energy of a Bird Dog
No matter the age, understanding the energy needs of your bird dog is crucial for…
Origins of the German Shorthaired Pointer
From Spanish Pointers to English Pointers, a dog historian explores the complex history and origins…
How to Keep a Hunting Dog Conditioned in the Winter
From the peaks of Alaska to the bayous of Louisiana, dog trainers and experts discuss…
How to Prepare a Dog for the VJP Test
Getting your dog ready to run in the puppy natural ability test for the German…
The Word “Setter” Does Not Mean What We Think It Does
The truth behind the word ‘setter’ has quite the history behind it; one you may…
The Importance of Training Steadiness in Bird Dogs
There are many reasons to train a dog to remain steady from flush to fall,…
Extinction: The History of Lost Dog Breeds
Among pointing dogs, a number of breeds have already disappeared; others may follow them unless…
Old Dogs, New Tricks: Smith-Inspired Innovations and the Wells Method of Fetch
At the center of bird dog training and handling is a community of inherited thought…
Introduction to Force Fetch for Pointing Dogs
Demystify the process of training your pointing dog to reliably retrieve any object on command…
Protect Your Dog from Overheating and Heat-Related Illness
Joe Spoo DVM, DACVSMR explains the signs of heatstroke in hunting dogs and how to…
Ticks on Dogs: Comprehensive Guide to Prevention, Removal & Diseases
As ticks and related diseases and illnesses are becoming more prevalent, know how to protect…
The Smith Method of Bird Dog Training with Rick Smith
DIY bird dog training using the Smith Method with trainer Rick Smith This article is…
How to Acquire Furred Animals for Dog Training
Training a versatile hunting dog may require the use of mammals in your training program;…
Porcupine Quills and Dog Encounters: A First Aid and Avoidance Guide
Exploring the dangers, first aid best practices, and avoidance training of porcupines and dog encounters …
A Puppy Buyer’s Guide to Finding a Bird Dog
These tips will help you find a breeder and a puppy that will fit with…