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Gundogs: The Trial Champ vs. The Blue-Collar Dog

There are good hunting dogs, and there are trial champions. They all do the job admirably, but only one's going to be right for you. Here's how to pick.

8 Cliché Dog Names

A gundog spends years as your go-to hunting buddy—so picking a name is no small task. If you want to be original, stay away from these common and cliché options.

How to Introduce Your Gundog to Your Baby

Every kid deserves to grow up with a loyal bird dog. At some point, though, that means introducing the two. Kyle Wintersteen offers a few pointers on getting your gundog ready to meet the newest member of the family.

First Look: Garmin’s Alpha Series Handheld and Dog Collars

Garmin has announced the Alpha 300 series and Alpha TT 25 and T 20 collar series, the latest generation tracking and training system for hunters and their canine companions.

How to Keep Your Gundog Calm and Collected

Taking the jitters out of your hunting dog might be easier said than done. If you think you’ve exhausted all your options, why not try the “medicinal” solution.

Virginia Hunting Dog Alliance Betrays Hunters

Itappeared as of last week that thismight bethe yearVirginia finally did away with its draconian ban on Sunday hunting: A bipartisan Sunday huntingbillwas introduced to the senate by a northern Virginia Democrat; apro-hunting governor was in office; and anew study found that allowing hunting on Sundays would bring $296 million and 3,927 jobs to the state.

Gundog Operating Manual

There's some assembly required when it comes to equipping your gundog for the season. Here are a few recommendations.

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