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German Shorthaired Pointer Guide for Bird Hunters

There are certain bird dog breeds that earn your respect in a hurry. The German Shorthaired Pointer is one of them. I have watched these dogs tear across a cut cornfield like they were shot from a cannon, then slam into point with enough st.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: July 5, 2026

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How Gun Dogs Use Their Nose in the Field

There is a reason seasoned bird hunters talk about a dog’s nose with the same respect they give a fine shotgun or a dependable hunting partner. In the uplands, marsh, and cut grain fields, a gun dog’s nose is not just another tool. It i.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 28, 2026

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Pointer vs Flusher vs Retriever

If you spend enough time around bird hunters, you’ll hear the same words come up over and over again: pointer, flusher, retriever. Folks throw them around like every hunter knows exactly what they mean, but for someone trying to choose a .. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: June 24, 2026

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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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Do you need a Gundog Central Kennel Account?

Most breeders only think about advertising when they have puppies on the ground. The most successful kennels think differently. They understand that reputation isn’t built in eight weeks — it’s built year-round. When someone begins se.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: February 19, 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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Changing Cover. Hunting Pheasants in Different Habitats.

Imagine observing roosters run ahead down rows of corn or milo until the birds reach the end of the field and then sneak into an adjoining wetland area, surrounded on one side by a golden field of short-grass prairie with brushy draws. This.. more ..

By: gundogcentral
Posted: December 2, 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