Hunt tests let dogs earn titles for doing the jobs they were bred to do.
Pointing breed tests
Pointing breed hunt tests are pass/fail. Each dog is judged on its own for desire, boldness, independence and a useful pattern.
Spaniel tests
Spaniel tests judge how well a dog hunts, finds and flushes birds and returns them to hand.
State rules
Hunting with dogs is legal for many game animals, but some states ban hounds for certain species, such as bears. Some also limit when dogs can be trained in the field.
Rules on hunting and training with dogs vary by state. Always check the current regulations.