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Labrador Retriever

Long before the sun breaks the horizon, the decoys are already rocking in a north wind, and somewhere beside a pair of muddy waders a Labrador Retriever is trembling with purpose. Not from the cold, but from anticipation. He knows what is c.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 5, 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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How to Build a Kennel That Lasts

I’ve been running Gundog Central twenty years now, I’ve seen a lot of kennels come and go. I’ve seen new kennels shows up strong, produces a few litters, builds some buzz—and then quietly disappears. A few years later, nobody rememb.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: April 17, 2026

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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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Adjusting Your Training

When you have trained multiple dogs, once you find what works for you, it is natural to stick with the same method for each dog you train. If the way you introduce them to gun fire works, why change? If your drills for steadiness are succes.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: August 24, 2025

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In Praise of Butterballs

It was a dazzling mid-October day. A set of blocks sat motionless on the lake's glasslike surface, the sun glistening sharply off their ridiculously bright forms. The day had been slow at best; a handful of mallards had given us a few looks.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: August 10, 2025

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Field Armor V2 Waterfowl Vest Review

As waterfowlers and gun dog enthusiasts, we all want what is best for our faithful companions. Our dogs face the severe conditions of freezing cold, sharp debris, and long swims in cold water, all without hesitation. Because of this, we owe.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 30, 2025

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Retriever Safety

With a heave, I pulled my foot free of the thick muck, I wondered if another half mile of this was worth the trouble. The edge of this particular beaver pond seemed solid enough, but I had slogged far enough to find out that wasn’t the ca.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: March 18, 2025

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Meet Gen Next

Everyone loves puppies, but not everyone likes dogs. It’s unsurprising that the same holds true in the canine world. Many adult dogs don’t care that much for puppies, and some downright despise them. Making sure that the introduction is.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: December 15, 2024

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Booty Blevins and Marvin Means

It was 1946. The War was finally over, and Booty was back in Alabama after duty as a duce-and-a half driver and then infantryman at the Battle of the Bulge, mustering out as a corporal. Before the War, he had worked as a hand on Mr. Mayta.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: November 25, 2024

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C-C-C-Cold-Weather Canine Care

Our October and November waterfowl hunts weren’t anything to write about. Air temps north of us hovered between 70-and-82 degrees Fahrenheit, and with all of that open water those birds weren’t in a hurry to go anywhere. A bone-chilling.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: November 18, 2024

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How much to puppies sell for?

I’ll occasionally get a phone call, text or email from someone asking how much money they should be asking for their puppies when listing them on Gundog Central. I have a ton of data that I’ve collected on dog prices over the years and.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: September 28, 2024

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Building the Foundation at Any Age

Most of us know that the best training comes from starting early in a dog’s life. Getting that young pup chasing tennis balls down the hallway is the best way to get that future Master Hunter started on the retrieving journey. But what do.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: September 2, 2024

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Lt. Colonel Robert Milner, Jr., Rest in Peace

On July 14, 2024, the retriever world lost a titan with the passing of Lt. Col. Robert Milner, Jr., USAF, Ret.. Milner’s final battle was fighting amyloidosis, a rare liver disease. He was 79 years old.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: August 18, 2024

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Adjusting Your Training

In Praise of Butterballs

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Retriever Safety

Meet Gen Next

Booty Blevins and Marvin Means

C-C-C-Cold-Weather Canine Care

How much to puppies sell for?

Building the Foundation at Any Age

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