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In the early days of the American Frontier the skin of a male deer was worth a dollar -- which is how we got the term "buck" for a $1 bill.
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How To Properly Train Your Hunting Dog
Deer Hunting Secrets
Discover The Closely Guarded True Secrets Of Master Hunters.
Author: George Parker You have waited for hours. And when the moment comes and the buck is in
sight, you carefully aim your firearm, eagerly awaiting the thrill of the kill.
With your steady hands, you align your firearm to the vital portion of the
deer's body, and when the moment is right, you fire. Bam! With excitement, you
check the surroundings for the fallen body. But it's not there. Chances are, you
hit the buck in a non-vital area. It was wounded, and is probably suffering, but
it got the chance to run away. Of course, hunting etiquette requires that you
search for the buck and finish off the job, to prevent any unnecessary suffering
on its part. This is a rule that has been observed since the earlier days of the
sport.
But all the buck would leave is a trail of blood. And under the hot summer sun,
blood can dry up very quickly.
You Need A Hunting Dog
Things would be simpler, of course, if you have a good hunting dog by your side.
Your hunting dog would track the scent of blood which evaporation won't be able
to get rid off, and your canine companion would lead you straight to the wounded
game.
But good hunting dogs are not bought over the counter. They are trained. And
simple training is often not enough. You should train them well so that they
would provide the best results.
But how, exactly do you train a hunting dog?
Knowing The Right Breed
A hunting dog would be mostly used for tracking purposes. Hence, you need a dog
from a breed that possesses a good sense of smell. Not only this, but you would
want a dog from a breed that is highly trainable and is conditioned for outdoor
activities. Labradors, basset hounds, dachshunds, curs, beagles and bloodhounds
are great choices for hunting dogs.
Now, you can't just get a fully grown hunting dog. Such won't have an affinity
to his master. You need to develop a bond between you and your dog, because
let's face it, you guys will be working together. As much as possible, choose a
pup so that you could train the same for the roles you want him to play.
Indeed, investing on a hunting dog would require a lot of time and patience.
Conditioning Your Hunting Dog
You would have to train your dog how to be resilient against the rigors of the
great outdoors. This would be easy, and it should be fun. Simply allow your dog
to roam around an empty area outside of the house, with your supervision of
course. This way, you'd be able to condition him for the running around and the
climate that he will be exposed to come the start of the hunting game.
Do this regularly. This kind of conditioning isn't a onetime thing. It should be
done as often as possible. But never forget to nourish your dog with the
nutrients essential for its healthy development. And always give him a constant
supply for fresh water, as he would be consuming a lot of fluids because of the
extraneous activities he will have to undergo.
Send In The Scent
Naturally, you would want your hunting dog to learn how to track. If you want
him to track deer, for example, try working out some activities that would help
him learn how to track deer blood. Purchase a pint or two, and prepare a trail
with a dog treat at the end. Allow your dog to follow the trails towards the dog
treat. You might have to supervise the activity at first, but eventually, your
dog would learn how to track the scent by himself.
Training your hunting dog is not as easy as it sounds. The mechanics may be
simple, but the execution is often quite difficult. Just be patient. Shower your
dog with love, and chances are, he will reward you with many years of faithful
service.
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