The Labrador retriever is a popular gun dog known for its enthusiasm, energy, and loyalty. Able to withstand cold temperatures and swim through cold water, Labs are ideal for duck hunting.
Golden retrievers are similar to Labradors and are excellent for hunting birds and other small prey. They are enthusiastic, loyal, and highly trainable, making them wonderful family companions that are great with children.
The pointer, also known as the English pointer, is a bird dog with a high prey drive and a determined spirit. Suitable for hunting in warmer climates, the pointer makes a loyal and affectionate companion both on the hunt and at home.
The beagle is a scent hound known for its excellent nose and loud voice. Primarily used to hunt small game like rabbits, beagles are loving, eager to please, and make excellent companions for various households, particularly those with children.
The American foxhound is a determined scent hound that thrives on the chase. Originally bred to hunt foxes and later deer, foxhounds are loyal, affectionate, and require a lot of exercise to meet their high energy and endurance needs.
The English springer spaniel is an excellent bird dog, especially skilled at flushing out and chasing pheasants. Smaller in size, springers are well-suited to navigate tight spaces and make excellent family dogs when not working.
The Chesapeake Bay retriever is an athletic and determined gun dog known for its intelligence and devotion to family. Similar to Labs, Chessies are suited to cold water but are more wary of strangers, showing fierce loyalty to their families.
The bluetick coonhound is a high-energy scent hound known for its excellent nose and ability to pursue and tree various creatures.