Discussing the best hunting dogs for various game is kind of like arguing whether a Chevy or Ford is better: No one ever changes camps because they’re happy with what they’ve got. Still, we’re going ...

Some dog breeds were developed for speed, others for guarding livestock or helping hunters track game across fields and ...

Choosing a hunting dog can be a daunting task. Do you want or need a flushing breed or a pointing breed? A big bold brush buster or small pocket rocket? Male or female? A dog that runs big, or a close ...

Whether you're an avid outdoors person, or just starting out in field sports, the best hunting dogs can make a day out so more enjoyable—and productive. Of course, everything is always better with a ...

A young waterfowling friend recently got a German shorthair and asked me what kind of upland shotgun he should buy so he could take his dog hunting. I said, “That’s the wrong question. You’ve already ...

Hunting has been an integral part of human culture for millennia, not just for sustenance but also for sport. Over this time, various dog breeds have been developed and refined to assist hunters in ...

Hunter Mike Alford hopes instinct will set in when he takes his year-old golden retriever, Tucker, for his first hunt in December. He's been working on getting the dog acclimated to the sound of ...

Winter can sometimes feel about as far removed from hunting seasons as any time of year. The warmth of spring and summer invites dog work, but a commitment to working your dog in the winter can ...