For many centuries, dogs have accompanied people on a hunt, becoming excellent helpers in this difficult task. And now, after so much time, they continue to be irreplaceable. They sometimes render invaluable assistance to their master-hunter.
Hunting dogs come in different breeds, which are grouped by species, depending on the functions the dog performs in the hunt. Don't try to find a versatile dog. After all, for sure a real hunter always knows what he needs help with.
Greyhounds are used to bait the beast. The animal will chase the beast until it grabs it. Distinctive qualities of such dogs are speed, vigilance and good physical characteristics.
Among the famous dogs of this species are the deerhount, as well as the Afghan and Russian greyhounds.
Hounds are intended for the pursuit of the beast. Their task is to find the target and pursue it until the animal fizzles out, or until the hunters arrive. The main advantages of this dog, helping her in hunting, are endurance, loud and sonorous barking and good scent. Russian hounds and beagles will cope very well with such work.
For hunting animals that live mainly in the burrow, special burrowing dogs are used. They are characterized by persistence and stubbornness, and most importantly, independence, the ability to make their own decisions, because they are one on one with the beast, and the owner will not appear to give a command.
Fox Terrier and Dachshund are excellent representatives of burrowing dog breeds.
Pointing dogs will make an excellent company when hunting birds. Their task is to find the flock and scare it, forcing it to take off at the right moment. Drathaars and shorthaired pointers will perfectly start hunting.
If you still try to talk about a dog that can be suitable for any type of hunting, then huskies come to mind. They can be used both for hunting large game and birds. It should be borne in mind that a dog gets used to hunting a certain type of animals, and after a long hunt for birds, it is impossible to take it with you to a bear.
Spaniels and retrievers are used to transport a shot bird from water to land. The dog will not only swim with prey in its teeth, but will even dive after it, if necessary.
When choosing a dog, it is worth considering for what method of hunting, you need it, for the full use of all its qualities. And hunting should be fun for the dog. The conditions of keeping the dog are also important. Not all dogs can live in an apartment. And it's not always about the size of the animal.
Well, and most importantly, do not forget that a dog is, of course, first of all a loyal friend.
