Gun Dog Magazine is the best magazine for hunting enthusiasts who are owners of retrieving breeds. Each issue is guaranteed to be filled with useful information devoted to you, your dog and the sport of upland bird and waterfowl hunters.
WHEN I LOOK BACK on photos or videos of my dogs as puppies, I can remember those moments like they were yesterday. Lincoln was placed into my arms as an eight-week-old puppy, and even 12 years later, I can still feel the weight of him on my shoulder, and his fur against my cheek. I remember clearly a baby Jones, standing on hind legs in his enclosure, staring intently at a roaming Lincoln, and the pure love that filled me as he fell asleep in my arms our first night together on our way back to Utah. I can still feel my soul bursting with love the moment a little white and lemon setter looked at me with his piercing blue eyes, and the joy I felt as I held…
WANTED: FIELD-BRED GOLDEN RETRIEVER Hi Kali, I’m looking for a field-bred golden retriever breeder. We are located in Michigan, looking for a spring puppy. Any recommendation would be appreciated. Thanks,– Scott Hi Scott, Thanks for reaching out! For field-bred goldens, consider Anne Everett of Heads Up Kennels, or reach out to Mark Atwater, hunter and photographer, who can help with recommendations as well. We just ran an interesting article in our Winter 2025/26 issue titled “The Golden Ticket.” The feature highlights the field-bred golden retriever and its history. Grab a copy! – Kali Parmley | Editor in Chief RENEWED! I have been a past subscriber to Gun Dog. I have owned several breeds of pointing dogs, and my wife and I raised and hunted Brittanys and pointing Labs. We have…
This is RYDER, a 3-year-old fox red Labrador who is a beast on birds. MatthewVia email ROXY is a 3-year-old Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever. She is a therapy dog, upland gun dog, and loves to train. MikeSelinsgrove, Pennsylvania BIG COUNTRY (2-year-old pointer) and LARRY (5-year-old Lab) on their first expedition for mountain quail in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Bill TouheyLa Grande, OR PHOTO SUBMISSION GUIDELINES – Please make sure your phone or camera is set on the highest quality jpeg available. – Submit no more than two photos and include your dog’s name, age, breed, and any additional interesting details, plus the town and state in which you live. – Submission does not guarantee publication. We reserve the right to reject images that aren’t high enough in…
Hoping to find more birds this year for your gun dog, as well as your freezer? E-scouting is a tactic that you should consider before hitting the field. It will have your boots (and paws) tromping through the uplands in search of the next flush rather than sitting behind the cab of your truck, wasting precious time and gas. E-scouting from your computer, tablet, or phone helps aid a successful day afield and gets precious bird contacts under the nose of your bird dog. Utilize these tips and tools before heading to the uplands this fall. UTILIZE ACCESS LAYERS By toggling on layers such as Walk-In and Possible Access layers, you’ve just opened up thousands of acres of land to hunt. Many states offer walk-in programs—private land opened to the…
DELMAR SMITH WONDER LEAD From an early age, your puppy is learning about the world around it and about how to handle the pressures of life. You need to be part of that learning, and one of the best ways to do that is through leash training. The Wonder Lead, designed by Delmar Smith, is a stiff rope and slip-lead design that provides instant correction to your dog when teaching leash manners, "heel," and "whoa." The Wonder Lead teaches your pup how to yield to and follow pressure, an important part of training. The leash also includes a stopper so that you can set how far the loop will open, keeping it from slipping off the neck of your pup. $35; gundogsupply.com GUNNER WATERFOWL DOG VEST A smaller, quality dog…
STARTING YOUR PUPPY off on a nutrient dense dog food is key to growing a healthy bird dog. During the first few months of a puppy’s life, their bodies and brains are developing at a rapid rate. Because of this growth, they require a specific diet packed with healthy proteins, fats, and nutrients such as DHA, glucosamine, and more. Here are our top picks for nutrient dense formulas made specifically for your growing sporting pup. PURINA PRO PLAN SPORT DEVELOPMENT 30/20 Real chicken is the number one ingredient in this high-protein puppy food, helping to build lean muscle in your growing dog. The blend also includes nutrients such as DHA, EPA, taurine, choline, and Vitamin C to help with brain growth. The calcium, phosphorous, and essential vitamins found in the…
