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The Retriever Dog Breed – Pet or Hunting Partner

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The Retriever as a Pet or Hunting Partner

The Retriever Dog Breed will make a wonderful family pet, or a fantastic hunting partner. Retrievers are part of the Yellow Labsporting dog group and are particularly well known for their ability to retrieve game that has been downed by their companion hunter.

While other hunting dogs like pointers, setters and spaniels are adept at finding game and either notifying the hunter of its location by a pointing stance (pointers and setters) or flushing the game (spaniels), the retriever’s only job is to return downed game to the hunter. For anyone familiar with hunting in the field or on water, retrieving game is no small task.

The primary characteristic of bred retrieving dogs is what is called a soft mouth. This means that a retriever understands to hold retrieved game gently in the mouth so the game is not damaged in the process and the game is returned without teeth marks.

Anyone who has played Frisbee with a dog that does not understand retrieving knows full well that a mangled toy frequently results.

While there are quite a few breeds of retrievers, Americans are in love with the Labrador retriever and the golden retriever. The Labrador retriever is one of the world’s most popular dogs.

The Labrador retriever

The Labrador retriever typically has a black or yellow color coat with a number of brown-coated members affectionately called chocolate labs. It’s important to remember that the golden retriever is a separate breed from the yellow Labrador (golden lab). 

Great resources for the Hunting Retriever:

The Hunting Retriever Club (HRC)

American Kennel Club (AKC)

American Kennel Club (AKC)

The Labrador Retriever Club, Inc.

Both labs and golden retrievers are good family dogs, accounting for a great deal of their popularity. These dogs like children and are sociable with strangers, making them a good neighborhood dog as well. Once trained, these dogs are obedient and emotionally stable.

Both breeds are relatively large dogs, as are other breeds of retrievers. Golden retrievers stand 21 to 24 inches at the shoulder and weigh 55 to 75 pounds depending on gender.

Labrador retrievers are approximately the same height but exhibit a stocky build and weigh more than golden retrievers.

You will find all you seek in a canine in the Retriever Dog Breed group.

 

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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon – Traits to Love

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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon a medium size sporting dog adept at hunting upland birds and waterfowl

About two years ago our family brought home our dog, Stoli, to his new home. Stoli is a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (WPG) which is a medium size sporting dog adept at hunting upland birds and waterfowl. He is not fully grown at two years of age but is expected to reach a bit over his current 60 pounds, 24 inches tall.

Wirehaired Pointing GriffonHow we learned about and became owners of this distinct breed of dog began almost 3 years ago when my husbands internet research with the terms ‘middle size non shedding sporting dog’ resulted in information on the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

The breed and its nuances are well known within the WPG community. Being new to the neighborhood so to speak, I was not fully aware of the characteristics that make WPG’s a desirable breed. As a sporting dog the breed is very loyal always keeping a within sight or closer range, adaptable to different weather and conditions due to breeding and the wirehaired coat, and are quick learners who are eager to please. These traits also make Stoli a great family dog.

One breeder we met during our initial stage of research stated that WPG’s “Like to Be With You”. My husband and I said OK, not really knowing what that meant in a dog. We assumed affection and loyalty like our childhood dogs: Jim’s Labrador Retriever or my German Short Hair Pointer. Well, that phrase took on a whole new meaning with Stoli. Our WPG likes to rest against our leg with his paws on our feet. This close proximity can be while we are standing cooking, reading the mail, or doing a chore. Other WPG owners have commented similarly stating that their dog “checks-in” while running outside off lead to say hello and then return to running in the fields or grasses. We have seen this too in our backyard with running off energy and then coming by to say hello.

Coarse double coat

The WPG coat is a coarse double coat that is wiry to touch and provides protection against briars or underbrush. We have also noticed the wiry coat being helpful at repelling water. The WPG is an adaptable hunting dog bred to cover terrains traveled by the walking hunter. It is this protective coat that gives our Stoli and the breed an unkempt appearance. The coat seems to shed a layer the beginning of the Fall and Spring. At this time, there are clumps of hair that gather and act like little tumbleweed patches floating around the floor. As far as our WPGs hair getting on your clothes, or sticking to material, this does not or has not seemed to happen.

This breed is known to be easily trainable and we have found that to be true with our WPG. Stoli is always ready to learn something new, whether it is for a new trick, or retrieving in the back yard. Stoli has been crate trained since he was our puppy. He responds to “Crate” by returning to his crate whether it is for a treat, the end of the day, or to hang out while I vacuum the kitchen. Most recently Stoli was quick to learn not to counter surf for treats. This was a beautiful thing, for us.

Check out the American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association

In conclusion we have found having a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon as a family dog to be rewarding and at times entertaining. Stoli is always eager for fun and exercise, he is always loyal, and is a close, dependable family and hunting dog.

 

American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association

 

 

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Looking For a Hunting Dog – How About a Brittany Spaniel?

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How About the Brittany Spaniel?

Growing up in the mountains of northern New York, I was afforded the luxury of being able to hunt on some of the most game filled lands in America. From pheasants and turkeys, to plump rabbits and ducks, the Catskill region provided a plethora of opportunities.Brittany Spaniel

Unfortunately, I found myself limited in some degree in being able to navigate the thick brush common to this region. Enter the Brittany Spaniel. A breed developed primarily for small game and birds, the Brittany Spaniel is one of the most relentless of hunters, who will not only help you in your field endeavors, but make a wonderful house pet as well. This article will provide some insight into the breed, and some tips on choosing and caring for the dog.

The Brittany Spaniel was developed sometime around the mid 1800’s in France. Rumors have it that the dog was bred with a pair of old English sporting type canines, and possibly a seasoning of some Irish Setter as well. What makes this particular breed of sporting dog so unique is the fact that it’s not only great at flushing out the prey, but utilizes its inherent nature to “point” at the same time. Not having the best of eyes, this natural pointing trait has helped save many a day for me in the fields. It’s a big help when somebody can almost say, “hey look over there, don’t you see it?”

Purchase from a private breeder!

Brittany Dog Breed

One of the best tips to keep in mind when looking for a Brittany Spaniel is to purchase from a proven private breeder if possible. I was fortunate enough to purchase my dog from a breeder who had the parents on the premises. The advantage is that you are able to see the traits of the mother and father, and like the old saying goes, “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” Usually most breeders will have health records on site for the parents, so you will be able to review these records which might reveal some health conditions within the bloodline.

 Exercise

Another tip to keep in mind is that you must realize that this particular breed requires a lot of exercise. If you are living in a small apartment with limited yard space, then perhaps this dog isn’t for you. Brittany Spaniel’s are a wired up type of dog, that are bred for running and hunting in the fields all day long. And I truly mean, “all day long”. It would be a total injustice to deny a dog such as these daily exercise. Again, if space is a factor, then I would look more toward the smaller house type breeds.

Again, caring for this particular breed will require plenty of exercise, a well-rounded diet including fresh vegetables, supplements for dogs, and adequate attention. Yes, these dogs love attention and affection. So if you time is limited, and you are unable to spend quality time with the animal, then perhaps the Brittany Spaniel isn’t for you.

Conclusion:

If you are looking for a true companion in the field that will provide you days upon days of fun and excitement then look no further then the Brittany Spaniel. A lover at heart, this dog will provide years of happiness to not only yourself, but your entire family as well.

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