Choosing a hunting dog can be a daunting task. Do you want or need a flushing breed or a pointing breed? A big bold brush buster or small pocket rocket? Male or female? A dog that runs big, or a close ...

Grouse hunters are a notoriously opinionated bunch. Put more than two of them in the same room and sure as sunrise they’ll find something to disagree about. More likely, they’ll find lots to disagree ...

One of the coolest things about German Shorthaired Pointers is their biggest flex: the pointing! Though it's an inherited trait the breed is known for and what makes them the best hunter's companion, ...

It’s 2 a.m., and I’m thinking that the best thing about puppies is that it’s not long before they’re dogs. That’s grouchy and uncharitable, but I want to be in bed at this hour, not waiting in the ...

Coat: ShortTemperament: Affectionate, energetic, playful, intelligent, friendly, outgoing, loyal, biddable Exercise needs: At least two hours daily Origin/native ...

7 Best Companion Dogs for a German Shorthaired Pointer originally appeared on PetHelpful. The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is a social and playful dog that bonds firmly to their family. This breed ...

It’s spring. Time for renewal. Time for fresh starts. Time to get a new hunting puppy. Not that there's any bad time, but house training, walks and field training with pup are just a lot easier when ...

Owner Tom Jackson, from left, and his wife Lora, handler Shawn Kinkelaar and Jackson's parents Dr. Bob and Margie Jackson pose with Chelsea's Thunder Bolt after "Bolt" won his second consecutive ...

This story, “The Devil’s Breed,” appeared in the January 1950 issue of Outdoor Life. “Nope,” I said emphatically, “this is one feud I intend to stay out of.” Dan McGinty’s eyes were as hard and bright ...

What kind of person takes a prized, purebred hunting dog and leaves it for dead at the animal shelter? Worse yet, three hunting dogs? That’s the question Megan Villarreal was asking in May of 2005.