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Opening Day of Dove Season – Are Our Dogs Ready to Go???

It’s that time of year, the excitement has been building and dove season is just around the corner! We have worked our dove fields, gotten our camo out, and polished up our guns. We can hardly wait for opening morning, to feel the rush of.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: August 26, 2023

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Canine Language and Understanding Your Dogs Communication

Much like their human counterparts dogs just want to be heard, of course. Dogs bark to communicate with other dogs and with humans. There is the woof, woof-woof, the triple woof with many different ranges and pitches that can make canine s.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 24, 2023

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Bird Hunting Partners

Few living today knew the days of wild bird (quail) hunting on foot on ordinary farms across much of America. I did, and it kept me sane and gave me much joy.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 15, 2023

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What Billy Morton Taught me

By the early 70's wild birds were getting harder and harder to come by. Subdivisions and trailer parks grew up right where our old covey haunts were. Ever the optimists, we started a little walking shooting dog club. 'Shoot to kill', it was.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 12, 2023

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Finding a reputable hunting dog breeder

Start by researching a breeder specializing in the hunting dog breed you're interested in, such as the English Pointer, Labrador Retriever, or Cocker Spaniel. Seek recommendations from experienced hunters, trainers, or local hunting clubs w.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 10, 2023

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The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Sporting Breed Puppies

Training your puppy starts the moment he comes home, and it begins with mental stimulation. Keeping him on task from the beginning will build a better adult sporting dog—but how do you do it? Read on for advice on how to hold a puppy’s .. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 26, 2023

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ALL ABOUT RETRIEVER TRAINING DUMMIES

Training dummies are a staple of a good retriever training program. Whether you call them dummies or bumpers doesn’t matter, but what does matter is picking the right style and color to fit your training situations.
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By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 13, 2023

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Nutrition’s Role in Supporting Your Sporting Breed Puppy’s Immune System

A sporting breed puppy’s exposure to the natural world can occur early in life, and frequently. Introduction to the woods and waters in which they will eventually work is important for future training. However, these environments often co.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: May 14, 2023

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Intro to Gunfire

As bird dog owners, we all anticipate shooting birds and watching our dogs fire off into the water, chasing after the fallen greenhead. But, we need to take our time; when they are young pups, we need to be careful of just how we first exp.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: April 30, 2023

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Old Friends

Your four legged friend is more than a hunting tool, but friend and family member. Even the hardest of souls crack when it is apparent that their hunting dog is slowing down and entering their final chapter. Growing up we had English Spring.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: April 10, 2023

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When and How to Socialize a Sporting Breed Puppy

Socializing puppies when they’re young is key to building strong and confident adult sporting dogs. Puppies need to learn about everything, which includes the environments in which they’ll live and work, people, other dogs and animals, .. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: March 20, 2023

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Should Your Sporting Dog Shift to an Off-season Diet?

Sporting dogs burn a lot of calories during the hunting season. To support their elevated nutritional needs, savvy handlers feed them performance kibble. Off-season nutritional needs are often different, and that’s why many handlers shift.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: March 6, 2023

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Catching Their Stride

A quick internet search or a trip to your local bookstore will unearth hundreds, if not thousands, of articles and books that offer step-by-step instructions on what to do when you bring home your puppy. You will find instructions that brea.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: February 26, 2023

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Can Sporting Breed Puppies Eat Adult Dog Food?

Sporting breed puppies are bred and trained to work. As a result, they have very different nutritional needs from those of a future house dog. Puppy formulas are typically more nutrient dense when compared to most adult formulas, to meet th.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: February 19, 2023

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A Dog Day Morning

A season opening morning for young or experienced hunters alike can bring nerves of excitement. Add to the mix your dog’s first duck hunt and you aren’t going to get any sleep! Reasonable expectations and setting them up for a successfu.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: February 9, 2023