Most dog breeds are known for one thing. Retrievers retrieve. Hounds track. Pointers point. But the German Shorthaired Pointer looked at that whole arrangement and said, “I’ll do all of it.” And they genuinely do. They point at birds, retrieve ducks from freezing water, track rabbits through thick brush, run at 30 mph, and then […]
Whom will you call when you need someone to flush a fierce badger from its burrow? Dachshund, that’s who! Dachs is the German word for badger. The German “dachshund” English translation is “badger dog.” The Dachshunds initially chased and flushed badgers from their burrows. This dangerous job requires a very courageous dog, and this breed […]
The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a small but sturdy hunting hound that originated in France. It has short, dense fur with contrasting tawny red, fawn, and orange-brown tones. These dogs are easily recognizable by their large ears and sad eyes. They have an endearing expression that makes them hard to resist. The Basset Fauve […]
Since the early 19th century, the Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound has been a favorite among German hunters, outdoors people, and dog lovers. This beloved breed was created by crossing various scent hounds with local mountain dogs of Germany’s Southern region. It is known for its keen sense of smell and its strong will to hunt […]
Although I have never owned a Labrador Retriever, many of my friends and family have Labs. So, I am very familiar with this very popular breed. These gentle dogs may be the best family pets you will ever have. If you want a family dog that is sweet, affectionate, friendly, and seldom aggressive toward other […]
Breeds Used As Hunting Dogs Many dog breeds were bred for and trained for hunting, each meeting specific hunting needs. The AKC divides hunting dogs into two groups: the sporting group and the hound group. The sporting group includes dogs such as retrievers, spaniels, setters, and pointers. Some of the dogs in this group are […]
The Airedale Terrier is often called the “King of Terriers.” One of its primary progenitors is the Black and Tan and the old English Terriers. Airedales are the tallest members of the terrier’s entire breed family. They were medium-sized dogs highly admired by Yorkshire hunters who would go after all sorts of prey, ranging from […]
Chesapeake Bay Retriever History The story of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a remarkable history that begins with two little Newfoundland puppies rescued from a shipwrecked brig off the coast of Maryland in the United States. This incident happened in 1807 and is quite an inspiring story. Along with much of the ship’s cargo, these […]
Unveiling the Segugio Italiano: A Multifaceted Breed
Are Barbets Good Family Dogs? The short answer is yes. They are good family pets. They are affectionate and get along reasonably well with children and other family pets. They are intelligent and easy to train but will need life-long obedience training. They do not shed, so they are hypoallergenic and may be a good […]