Training your dog in general can be one of the most difficult tasks alone, but when you’re thinking about training your companion to accompany you on a hunting trip there are many integral steps that you’ll want to follow to ensure complete success. Your first order of business will be to research different breeds of… Read more »
A Few Tips for the New Quail Hunter
Quail hunting is a great sport to get into. It is challenging, fun and rewarding. But not unlike any other hunting trip, a few words of advice can come in handy. So once you suit up with the right gear and gun, be sure to remember a few pointers, useful for both new and veteran… Read more »
Young Dogs
I see a lot of people posting questions lately on different venues about young dogs and new puppies. In my opinion, way too many people are having concerns about a young dog loosing some interest in retrieving. There are generally two reasons for this happening. Either you have been making your young dog make too many… Read more »
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Must Have Gear for Hunting Dogs
As we transition into hunting season, it is important to make sure that your Labrador is equipped with what it needs to hunt well. If you and your Labrador are hitting the woods this season to do some hunting, consider purchasing some gear that will help make it easier and safer. We have highlighted a… Read more »
Common Traits in Hunting Dogs
Do you know if your dog exhibits some of the key traits commonly associated with hunting dogs? Many dog breeds, Labradors included, were originally bred to assist owners with hunting tasks. Many dogs have heightened senses of smell which often make them good hunters. However, any dogs would not make great hunters. Hunting dogs were… Read more »
Springtime Shedding: What to Expect and How to Manage the Fur
If you’re the owner of a Labrador retriever, you’re probably excited for the warm spring weather to arrive so that you and your pup can enjoy the great outdoors together during the more moderate months ahead. However, as the seasons change, so too does your pup’s fur coat, and that means springtime shedding. The increase… Read more »
Keeping Sharp in the Off Season
When dogs are actively hunting on a regular basis, it’s easy for them to keep their senses sharp. They are taking everything that they’ve been taught – in addition to using their natural instincts – and hunting to the best of their abilities. But what happens during the offseason when they aren’t being forced to… Read more »
Dog or Man?: Who’s to Blame for Training Failures
If you are new to dog training, especially training a gun dog, then you may find yourself feeling let down when your pooch doesn’t follow the commands you took so long to teach him. However, before you blame the dog, you may have to look back at your training methods. Sometimes it is not the… Read more »
Four Key Care Tips for Your Hunting Dogs
Hunting dogs are more than just a living, breathing hunting partner. These dogs are also often a beloved family pet or canine companion. Taking great care of your hunting dogs should be a given. Here are four key care tips to keep your hunting dogs happy and healthy. Routine Care It’s easy to forget about… Read more »