Gundog Obedience: What's Mandatory and What's Optional?
Certain obedience measures for a gundog to have are considered mandatory by many. Kyle Wintersteen compiles a list of what is mandatory gundog obedience training and what is for the polished dog.
Training More Than a Bird Dog
Upland and waterfowl seasons are open but a fraction of the year—so, what do you do with your faithful gundog during the 9 or 10 months when you aren’t hunting? A dog bred to hunt ought to hunt, of course, but he doesn’t necessarily need to fetch birds to be happy. Kyle Wintersteen offers a few suggestions on how you can keep your favorite hunting buddy occupied in the "offseason."
A Wingshooter's Off-Season Checklist
If one sits idly by all summer long, it's hard to imagine him dusting off his shotgun in October and enjoying a successful season. If you're looking for ways to stay sharp, check out Kyle Wintersteen's off-season checklist for wingshooters.
LaserLyte Announces LT-LR Laser Trainer for .22 Caliber Firearms
LaserLyte has announced its new LT-LR Laser Trainer for .22 caliber firearms.
NRA Prepares for Youth Hunter Education Challenge 2014
Next week, kids from all over the United States will gather on the quad of Mansfield University for the 2014 International Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC).
SportDOG: Good Reasons to Crate-Train Your Hunting Dog
Crate-training your puppy should be one of his first obedience lessons. Do you crate-train your dogs? Why or why not?
Knowing Your Limitations in the Backcountry
Knowing personal limitations comes with experience and exposure. What can you do to ensure you know the ins and outs of your own abilities? Caylen Wojcik offers a little advice on the matter.
What's Your Bird Dog's Best School Subject?
Pheasants Forever asked: "With students heading back to the classroom this week, we’re wondering what’s your bird dog’s best subject?" That got Kyle Wintersteen pondering the ways that dog training parallels grade-school subjects. Here's what he came up with.
10 Exercises to Help Minimize Gundog Injury
If you're regularly hunting with a canine companion, it's important to keep him healthy and fit.
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