Hunting Dog Training

When looking for a hunting dog you first need to know what type of hunting you will be using it for as the dogs skills are specific in each breed.

Different Hunting Dog Breeds

Here we have listed some different types of hunting dogs:

Hounds

Hounds can be divided into two groups, sight hounds and scent hounds.

Sight Hounds

Greyhounds

Afghan Hound

Irish Wolfhound

Rhodesian Ridgebacks

Whippets

Basenji

Saluki

Scent Hounds

Beagles

Foxhounds

Bloodhounds

Scottish Deerhound

Bassets

Coonhounds

Water Dogs/Gun Dogs

Retrievers

Golden

Labradors

Chesapeake Bay

Spaniels

Cocker

Brittany

English

Water

Setters

Gordon

English

Irish

Pointers

English

Pudelpointer

German Short Haired

Terriers

Fox

Skye

Jack Russell

Cairn

Scottish

Boston

Airedale

Yorkshire

West Highland White

Hunting has been a practice that men and women enjoyed since the beginning of time. Today there are special seasons and places where you can hunt different types of game safely while enjoying the company of other fellow hunters. Hunting is an exiting sport, but it can also be quite dangerous. Therefore, it is wise to always be fully prepared for any eventuality.

The Use of the Hunting Dog Training Collar

Hunting dog collars are used mainly to spot the dog in order for him or her not to get lost or not to be shot by mistake by the hunters. A hunting dog collar usually is lighted by battery powered lights that have very low blinking to ensure no harm is done in the process to the dog or the owner.

Safety of the dog is first especially during hunting trips; therefore most owners usually will ensure he or she has a reflective collar as well so when the lights are on it can be spotted from at least a mile. A hunting dog collar must be weather proof as the dog may enter little ponds or the whole hunting trip may be dampened with a rain shower. The hunting dog collars are usually made of nylon for durability but also for the comfort and safety of the dog.

The Requirements of a Hunting Dog Training Collar

Dogs have long lasting relationships with humans by providing their indispensable services during hunting and when needed as protection against other animals. Today dogs are still used in hunting for the main purpose for fetching the animal hunted by the owner. There are a few requirements that a hunting dog must have in order for him to be safe during hunting. Let us explore what they are.

Where to Shop for Hunting Dog Training Collars

Pet shops are the recommended place as they normally stock all types of dog collars. However, if they dont carry hunting dog collars you can try large department stores or on the web. Online, you will find stores such as Petsmart where all types of collars are available at bargains prices. The only thing that you need to consider when shopping online is that shipping will add to the price tag but, if you are a hunter and enjoy the company of your dog then, you must have the right tools in order to always keep your dog safe.