Pointing Dog Journal

This is shaping up to be an upland gamebird year for the ages in many states. The forecast was in our September/October 2024 issue, but it is also available online here:

2024 Upland Gamebird Hunting Forecast - Pointing Dog The upward trajectory of upland gamebird populations in many states may make this a magical season for bird hunters. by Dave Smith The signs of autumn are upon us: The days are getting shorter, the strokes of summer light are softening, and, for those of us in the West, smoke is in the air. After [....

The artwork of Brett James Smith captures perfectly the autumn hunt in our September/October 2024 cover.

"In the boundless joy of a dog, we find the antidote to life's stresses and sorrows."

Here’s the hard truth: No matter how much time and effort we invest into care for our canine companions, our “expertise” seldom rises to the level of a professional veterinarian. However, we can learn how to evaluate health situations so that we can get our hunting dogs the appropriate treatment at the appropriate time. Continue reading:

Injured? - Pointing Dog Assessing and avoiding canine injuries in the field.

Have you read the July/August 2024 issue yet? Here's the table of contents to give you an idea of what to expect!

July/August 2024 - Pointing Dog Successful Season Checklist By Steve Smith GEMS Turns 10 By Terry DeDoes Anti-Aging By Paula Piatt Injured? By Jon Osborn Developing a Stance of Mobility By Chris Ingram Departments Favorite Covers The Unretrievable By Tom Goldsmith Problem-Solving Bird Dogs Multiple birds. By Craig Doherty Eastern....

From our friends at Garmin… Garmin unveils Alpha LTE: Cellular-based dog tracking integration provides seamless LTE dog tracking on mobile devices and is compatible Garmin VHF tracking systems. The small, rugged device attaches to existing dog collars and pairs with the Alpha app (subscription plan required), so users can view their dog’s movements directly from a compatible mobile device.

“Garmin sporting dog products are globally recognized as a premier choice for hunters and their canine companions, and Alpha LTE is an ideal solution for outdoorspeople who want Garmin’s dog tracking reliability in a cellular based solution. Whether using as a standalone tracking device or in conjunction with an existing Garmin dog tracking system, customers can be confident knowing they have Garmin’s best solution for tracking their dog in challenging environments,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales.

More information to come in a future Product Review in The Pointing Dog Journal! In the meantime, visit www.garmin.com/en-US/p/965617/pn/010-02847-00

Artist Tom Goldsmith created the beautiful artwork for the cover of our July/August 2024 issue. He says, "I created 'The Unretrievable' as a tribute to the dogs who endure our blind enthusiasm for the hunt within the jungle-like cover, to bring a hard-earned bird to hand."

Young dogs without a lot of wild bird experience have not yet learned that they can’t catch the birds, hence the enthusiastic chase across the horizon. Once they do learn this valuable lesson, they begin to use more caution and point wild birds. With game preserve birds, the likelihood of a dog catching one is increased, and though this can happen now and then, we don’t want that to be the norm, as it could cause the pup to quit pointing and jump in on birds. So – what do we do about control at this stage?

Obedience Training and Field Work - Pointing Dog Yard work gives us the opportunity to make eye contact, as we remind our pup what we want from them: their attention and response to our commands.

Those puppy days are magical. Please feel free to share a photo of your pup!

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Lou Pasqua does it again! Pat and Maggie are featured on the cover of our May/June 2024 issue.

Come on! Let's go!

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Good afternoon! We are looking for someone to donate (temporarily) their personal copy of Do-It-Yourself Quail Preserve for Dog Training. Dale Meyers, the vendor, needs a clean copy to duplicate so that he can make more. In exchange, we will comp a one-year PDJ sub. Please call us at 844-642-3370 or email us at [email protected] rather than posting or messaging through FB if you are willing to help us, and Dale, out! Thank you!

To sift things through, you’ll need to ask yourself two sets of questions: 1) How would you describe yourself as an owner/hunter? and 2) What are you looking for in a pointing dog?

POINTING DOG POINTERS: Pointing Dog Breeds - Which One Is for You? - Pointing Dog When deciding what pointing dog breed is right for you, a list of questions about your preferences and each breed's capabilities can help guide you to the best choice.

From All Of Us…

…to all of you…

We wanted to take this opportunity to wish all of you a Happy New Year, and, most importantly, to extend a sincere thank-you both for your business and your support over the last year. We consider it an honor to serve you and are looking forward to an exciting 2024 and continuing the journey with you in the pursuit of our shared passions.

Sincerely,

The Editorial, Advertising, Design, Customer Service, Circulation, and Production Teams at The Pointing Dog Journal

Merry Christmas from The Pointing Dog Journal! May you enjoy the time with family... and get some well-deserved rest.

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"Game On" by Lou Pasqua graces the cover of our January/February 2024 issue, which also happens to be our anniversary issue! To subscribe, visit https://secure.villagepress.com/store/items/list/group/5.

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"... a dog who loves him"

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Range and ground pattern are often the subject of lively debates among pointing dog enthusiasts. Is there a difference between the two? Does one affect the other? Can either of these be taught?

POINTING DOG POINTERS: Range and Ground Pattern - Pointing Dog Range and ground pattern are often the subject of lively debates among pointing dog enthusiasts. Learn more about the differences and training techniques.

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