Lauren Abbott
May 224 min read
Traditions and Legacies in the Bird Dog World
There is no question that this is a unique sport, often viewed from the outside as an unsustainable hobby.
Lauren Abbott
May 73 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Healing Paw Wounds for Sporting Dog Owners
Paw wounds are as common as they are diverse, ranging from lacerations accrued during sharp turns in the field or cuts from sharp underbrush
Manda Michaelis
Sep 4, 20235 min read
True Grit
Grit is defined as courage and resolve, strength of character; the characteristics of grit are courage, conscientiousness, endurance, resili
Alicia Johnson
Sep 4, 20234 min read
Females in the Field: DuckHill Kennels, Two Ladies Leading the Positive Way
Females in the Field: DuckHill Kennels, Two Ladies Leading the Positive Way at DuckHill Kennels.
Alicia Johnson
Sep 4, 20234 min read
Foundations Every Bird Dog Puppy Needs
Strong drive, athletic, willing to please, loyal, easily trained; these are just a few traits every dogman hopes to see in their puppy
Durrell Smith
Aug 15, 20233 min read
American Soil | American Soul
“American Soil | American Soul” is a collaborative art show presented by Durrell and Ashley Smith, two artists deeply connected to the soil
Kenton Bryant
Aug 9, 20234 min read
Under the Wing
From mentor to mentee, our sport of Field Trials is passed down much like a treasured heirloom.
Durrell Smith
Aug 8, 20235 min read
What Does it Mean to be a Dogman?
Dogmen are masters not only of the kennel but horsemanship as well. Their craft has always been the story of their lives.
Manda Michaelis
Aug 7, 20236 min read
Field Trial Jitters
Neal Carter proudly announced to everyone that the first woman in the club and in the history of the Field Trial, was about to run a dog.
Josh Brown
Aug 2, 20234 min read
Summer Dog Training Tips
I believe what we want out of our dogs in the field is what we should work on during the summer.
Alicia Johnson
Jul 26, 20235 min read
Where are the Birds? A Guide for the New Upland Hunter
Upland, Wingshooting, and Field Trialing, these are the bird dog sports that are often passed through family generations and run through...
Alicia Johnson
Jul 25, 20234 min read
Shooting in the Off Season
Sharpening Skills for Upland Success Upland bird hunting is arguably one of the most thrilling types of hunting. Virtually invisible...
Lauren Abbott
Jul 25, 20234 min read
The "Why" for Hunt & Field?
I feel you, as a reader, probably understand that gut instinct feeling. We are animal lovers at the end of the day.
Durrell Smith
May 31, 20235 min read
Bird Dog Mule Talk: The Dream of Rebel Bred Pointers with Jamie Daniels
Walking into Daniel’s Kennels feels more “small batch bird dog” than it does a kennel. It’s quiet and stock is minimal.