The Joy of Cover Dogs
Cover dogs have stories to tell, just like an ancient New England stone wall.
Forget What You’ve Heard: Jack Russells Are Keen Gundogs
Mighty Mick, this diminutive duck dog, proves it.
For Places and Times That Never End
These stories became as much a part of me as my actual times afield.
Stuck in a Gundog Daze
Admiring good dog work is worth missing a bird or two.
Maintaining Sporting Dog Performance in Extreme Conditions
Working in tough conditions can take a toll on our dogs. Fueling them with a diet optimized for their rigorous work helps them maximize their potential. SPONSORED CONTENT Sporting dogs should have plenty of preseason conditioning, especially if they are going to run...
The Gift
The spaniel had lived beyond her time. But strangely – to the last – she had acted almost as a puppy. He had felt the turn of the tide three years before. Felt it more than in the 73 years before them. It pulled against him now, receding rather than rushing in. He...
Package-Deal Puppies
Purchasing a hunting puppy is typically a joyous occasion for a family…but it should automatically come with a few additional items as a standard package. Not long after my wife Kat and I became the proud new owners of an 8-week-old Labrador retriever puppy named...
How to Feed Your Dog
Feeding is not as simple as dumping food in a bowl–putting the extra care into your dog’s diet will help keep him healthier to hunt with you. SPONSORED CONTENT Feeding your dog might seem simple: Get out the bowl, fill it with food and let Rover scarf it down....
What Your Dog is Really Thinking
Because of developments in brain imaging technology, scientists are beginning to see evidence of “love” for humans within the canine brain. Dog lovers have a tendency to claim they know exactly what their dog is thinking based on certain behaviors. Even a graying...