Dog Willing – Craig Koshyk the Dog Historian of a Generation
The history of hunting dogs is preserved in the iconic Pointing Dog volumes thanks to…
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Weimaraner – Dog Breed Information, Form, Function, History, and More
Weimaraners are a medium to large pointing dog breed that are tireless, cooperative workers and…
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Vizsla: Dog Breed Information, Form, Function, History, and More
The Hungarian Vizsla is a Medium-sized pointing dog breed with an energetic, affectionate, eager-to-please personality…
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Drahthaars, Langhaars, Bretons, and other International Breeds in America: HDC Episode #32
Is there a difference between a Deutsch Drahthaar and a German Wirehaired Pointer? Explore breeds…
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The Modern Era of Bird Dogs in North America: HDC Episode #31
The modern era of hunting dogs is characterized by technology and information, making new breeds…
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The Golden Age of Hunting Dogs in North America: HDC Episode #30
As dog shows and field trials became popular, 19th-century Americans looked to standardize the breeding…
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German Shorthaired Pointer: Breed Origins and History
From Spanish Pointers to English Pointers, a dog historian explores the complex history and origins…
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New Hampshire Beagle Clubs in the Crosshairs as State House Pushes Bill to Ban Live Snowshoe Hare Trapping
Though New Hampshire was home to another legislative push by anti-hunting advocates, HB 1308 has…
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Early American Hunting Dogs, Part 2: HDC Episode #29
The arrival of European hunting dogs and the culture of recreational hunting in North America…
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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…
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Extinction: The History of Lost Dog Breeds
Among pointing dogs, a number of breeds have already disappeared; others may follow them unless…
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Early American Hunting Dogs, Part 1: HDC Episode #28
The origins of hunting dogs in North America from indigenous peoples through the end of…
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Big Game and German Utility Dogs with Nadja Niesner: HDC Episode #24
Versatile dogs of German origin have a rich history in hunting big game We start…
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers with Grant St. Germain: HDC Episode #22
Explore an old hunting method of luring ducks to the hunter using the fox-like Toller…
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What Is a Gun Dog? Understanding the Term and Its Origins
The history of gundogs and firearms are intertwined as the development of one fueled the…
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Hunting and Field Trials in Continental Europe with Marjolein Kamman-van Eijk: HDC Episode #21
Versatile dogs and English Setters find their niche while hunting and trialing in Europe and…
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The West Siberian Laika to the East Siberian Laika History, Breed Information, and More
The complete breakdown of the versatile Laika dog breeds Boreal forests of Europe are not…
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Hunting Methods: Hunting Dog Confidential Episode #19
What defines a hunting dog and how are they used to pursue various types of…
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Hunting and Working Terriers: HDC Episode #18
Learn about how terriers use their courage and tenacity to serve as effective hunters of…
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Hunting with Teckels and Feist: HDC Episode #17
Discover the origins of two very different hunting dogs with a versatile set of hunting…
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Scent Hounds, Running Hounds, and Badger Hounds: HDC Episode #16
Discover the origins and development of scent hounds used for hunting foxes and raccoons In…
