The Canine-Equine Connection: How Hunting Dogs and Horses Aided in the Pursuit of Game Through History
From medieval hunting traditions to modern field trials, horses and hunting dogs have worked together…
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PRE ORDER: Field Medicine for Outdoor Dogs by Dr. Joe Spoo
Real-world emergency and preventive care for working, hunting, and adventuring dogs Dr. Joe Spoo, also…
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Comparing Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers
Each of the Big Three was bred for a different purpose. Understanding those purposes is…
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Most Popular Bird Dog Breeds of 2026
Exploring the most popular hunting dog breeds in the upland hunting community over the years…
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An International Affair: What a Trip to Germany Taught Me About German Hunting Dogs and the Deutsch Langhaar
From wild partridge fields to breeding programs, read a firsthand experience about the German hunting…
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German Hunting Dogs: Understanding Breed Clubs and Testing Systems in North America
The German system of testing and breeding hunting dogs has shaped some of the world’s…
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever: The Ultimate American Waterfowl Hunting Dog
This all-American hunting dog breed is deeply rooted in the history and culture of waterfowl…
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Why Pigeon Hunting Is Perfect for Off-Season Retriever Training
Here’s how to hunt the year-round unlimited pigeon season and work on your hunting dog’s…
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Why French Pointing Dog Breeds Are Uncommon in North America
French pointing dog breeds were built for upland hunting, so why have so few become…
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How Versatile Hunting Dogs Are Used Around the World
Reporting, stalking, dead game baying, dead game guiding, and boar hunting are all behaviors versatile…
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Common Puppy Congenital Defects: What to Look for When Buying a Hunting Dog Puppy
A veterinarian’s guide to spotting common congenital defects in puppies and how they may affect…
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Dog Car Safety: Crash Tests Reveal Most Dogs Aren’t Protected
What dog car safety crash tests reveal about harnesses, crates, and real risks—plus what veterinarians…
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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…
