| A good pheasant hunting dog can add invaluable | | | | dogs they keep at their lodge. While this may |
| joy to a hunter's experience in the field. There is | | | | cost the hunter a bit more, it will give the hunter |
| no greater feeling than to see a hunter and dog | | | | the chance to work with well-trained dogs to get |
| working together to achieve the same goal, | | | | an idea of each breed he's considering; the hunter |
| bagging a fowl. | | | | will surely be able to make a decision after that. |
| There are many different breeds of dog for the | | | | If you're concerned about the manner in which to |
| hunter to choose from when looking for a bird | | | | train your dog for the hunt, there are a lot of |
| dog; Labradors, German short-hairs, retrievers, | | | | different options available. A professional trainer |
| spaniels, and more. While many factors and | | | | can be hired; while this can be pricey, the |
| characteristcs work together to make a good | | | | knowledge and experience will result in a |
| bird dog, an obedient disposition, love to hunt, and | | | | superior-trained dog ready to jump into the field. |
| soft mouth are a few of the top ones. Many of | | | | For the hunter on a budget there are also many |
| the breeds used for pheasant can also be sued | | | | videos available that show you how to train your |
| for many other types of fowl, including dove, | | | | dog. Irregardless of the option chosen, every bird |
| turkey, and duck. | | | | dog needs a few basic commands. Once the |
| Choosing the right dog for your hunt is not a | | | | pheasant breaks away, a dog must absolutely |
| decision to be made lightly. A hunter should do all | | | | know that he is not to follow; knowing the words |
| the research he can on the particular breed he's | | | | "no" or "come" will be essential for a smooth hunt. |
| considering and talk to other sportsmen familiar | | | | Obedience will also be an important characteristic |
| with that dog. It's important that the breed have | | | | that can be taught; once your dog learns this, |
| a good history of trainability; if the dog's attention | | | | teach it again and again until it is second nature to |
| span is too short or his disposition too stubborn, | | | | both your dog and you. With these few tips and |
| he may not be the right dog for you. Another | | | | tricks the hunter will have many of the tools he |
| option for the hunter who is unable to narrow | | | | needs to get to work preparing his hunting dog |
| down his choices is to borrow a dog or two. Many | | | | for the upcoming season. |
| guide services offer the hunter the chance to use | | | | |