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Looking for a Pointer?

Few breeds have earned the reputation of the Pointer. Known for their speed, style, and natural bird-finding ability, Pointers have been a favorite among upland hunters for generations. Whether you are chasing quail across southern plantati.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 21, 2026

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English Pointer or Pointer?

If you spend much time around bird dog folks, you'll eventually hear the breed referred to by two different names. Some people call them Pointers, while others insist on English Pointers. For newcomers to the sporting dog world, that can be.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 20, 2026

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Spaniel Bird Dogs

When most hunters think of bird dogs, their minds jump straight to pointers, setters, or retrievers. Yet for generations, spaniels have quietly earned a reputation as some of the most versatile and enjoyable hunting companions in the field... more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 20, 2026

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Hup or Sit?

If you've spent any time around working English Cockers, you've probably heard handlers use the word "hup" almost as often as they use a whistle.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 19, 2026

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Leather Gloves : A Tool for bird hunters

With a profound swoosh of wings, the covey flew down the tree line. Most veered off to the left, disappearing through the foliage. Others settled down, close to or just beyond a tangled mess of brush. The dogs quickly retrieved two quail th.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: May 30, 2026

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BIRD HUNTING IN THE FORLOH HOODED “PUFFY” JACKET

The first modern down jacket was invented and patented in the 1930s. It was born out of necessity after a near-fatal outdoor experience with hypothermia. Commonly referred to as a puffy jacket, or simply puffy, is a quilted jacket, typicall.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: February 28, 2026

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BENCHMADE FLYAWAY KNIFE

Bird hunters need to carry a knife. A good knife. One that is tailored to execute tasks across a myriad of landscapes and environments where gamebirds will be encountered, shot, field dressed, and ultimately cooked and eaten. For wingshoote.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: December 14, 2025

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Upland Boot round-up

Back in 2022, I published an Upland Vest Round-Up on Gundog Central. Three years later, I’m following it up with a new piece: an Upland Boot Round-Up. Just like hunting vests, there are countless options on the market for upland boots... more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: December 7, 2025

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Best hunting dog breeds for wetland hunting

Waterfowl hunting demands a special kind of dog — one that thrives in cold, muddy conditions, works calmly from a blind, and has the grit to plunge into icy water after a downed bird. Not every hunting breed is built for that challenge, b.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: November 7, 2025

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Best hunting dog breeds for upland hunting

There are several dog breeds that excel in upland hunting, and the best breed for you depends on your specific preferences and hunting style. Whether you’re flushing bobwhite quail in the piney woods of the Southeast, chasing sharp-tailed.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: October 19, 2025

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A Broken Plate

After a long hiatus I have returned to a sport I loved for many years. As I turn my pups loose now and watch them sail across the south pasture, I reflect on the many turns in the road that placed me here.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: October 12, 2025

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The Last Lone Star Birds

Prior to European settlement, the historical range of the Greater Prairie Chicken occupied a massive chunk of North America. Mid-continental grasslands boasted jaw dropping amounts of birds too great to number. What felt like an inexhaustib.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: October 5, 2025

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The First Point

Sammy hadn’t planned on buying a bird dog. Not yet at least.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: September 8, 2025

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The Smith Setter Celebration

It’s tough to beat the warm days and cool nights of Georgia in the Spring. The high heat and humidity, the kind that drives field trailers in droves to the Dakotas, the Rockies, or Canada, hasn’t yet hit. The sounds of songbirds float o.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 6, 2025

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Leggings for Wingshooters

“We’ll have to cross here!” yelled Jay as he pointed to the mountain stream. Rushing water blared over our gaiter-wrapped boots as we maneuvered across. My feet stayed dried as I waded through the foot deep waterway. Gaiters had serve.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 6, 2025