Hunting with Dogs F.A.Q.

Quick answers to common dog hunting questions.

What is the difference between a pointer and a flusher?

A pointer finds birds and holds still. A flusher finds birds and pushes them into the air.

What dog is best for ducks?

A retriever, such as a Labrador, golden or Chesapeake Bay retriever.

What is a hunt test?

An AKC event where dogs earn titles for doing the work they were bred for.

Is hound hunting legal everywhere?

No. Some states ban hounds for certain game, such as bears.

Match the dog to the hunt: pointers and spaniels for upland birds, retrievers for waterfowl, beagles for rabbits and hounds for raccoons and bears
Match the dog to the hunt

Hunt With Dogs.com is written by hunters, not lawyers. Always check the current regulations.