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Great expectations: no single dog has everything you are looking for ... but so what?		May 22, 2013	1149
Snake! Preventative measures and tips for dealing with rattlers.		May 22, 2013	417
SoDak's prairie sky: SportDOG's new technology passes the test.		May 22, 2013	1449
Electric corrections: get the best performance from your pup with these e-collars.		May 22, 2013	1171
First year issues: forget the "terrible twos"; the first season is when problems begin.		Mar 1, 2013	1301
Puppy pre-care: proper checkups and vaccinations can prevent problems later.		Feb 26, 2013	425
The art of heeling: this command is often ignored but it will come in handy.		Dec 1, 2012	1259
The golden years: with proper care, you can still hunt your aging dog.		Dec 1, 2012	399
God's own pheasant dog: roosters aren't the only gamebirds at which springers excel.		Dec 1, 2012	1539
Giving chase: do running birds ruin pointing dogs?		Nov 1, 2012	1245
Feeding protocol: how much and when to fill your pup's chow bowl.		Nov 1, 2012	413
Soft training: some dogs are sensitive, so go easy.		Sep 29, 2012	1297
Truck etiquette: simple rules to keep the ride safe and manageable.		Sep 29, 2012	445
Quit being laissez: there is no reason for your pointer--or any dog--to be disobedient.		Aug 29, 2012	1246
Brush out those burrs: simple tips for keeping a coat shiny and healthy.	Brief article	Aug 28, 2012	376
Miscellaneous equipment.		Aug 28, 2012	1874
What makes a great dog? Everyone has an opinion, so pick a breed that suits you.		Jul 20, 2012	1408
Grin and bear it: regular tooth care will give your dog a healthy smile.		Jul 20, 2012	384
Building blocks: problems are always easier to prevent than cure.		May 12, 2012	1452
The eyes have it: taking care of your dog's vision is easy and quick.		May 12, 2012	385
E-collar evolution: correcting your dog with modern technology.	Product/service evaluation	May 12, 2012	1625
Digestive disturbance: on a road trip, nothing's worse than a sick dog.		Mar 1, 2012	396
You're bringing who? How to handle your friend's dog.		Feb 29, 2012	1506
The pilgrimage: end the season with an on-the-cheap road trip.		Dec 1, 2011	1484
Silent Killer: late-season hunters should be prepared for hypothermia.		Dec 1, 2011	401
Wait, don't train: some training is best left for a dog's second season.		Nov 1, 2011	1246
First-aid essentials two kits are better than one.		Nov 1, 2011	400
The versatile duck dog: for waterfowling, give multipurpose pointers a serious look.		Oct 1, 2011	1513
Have dog, will travel: road trip don'ts and don'ts.		Oct 1, 2011	392
Bird blunders: here's the right way to introduce pointers to birds.		Aug 30, 2011	1446
Tailgate checkup: a post-hunt exam can save big on vet bills.		Aug 30, 2011	411
Pointer from Portugal: this breed may look like a boxer, but it's 100 percent bird dog.		Aug 30, 2011	1804
Miscellaneous accessories.		Aug 30, 2011	2255
Good enough: what behavior is acceptable in the field?		Jul 23, 2011	1470
Beat the heat: scorching weather can kill an out-of-shape dog.		Jul 23, 2011	454
The forced retrieve: force breaking isn't always fun, but it works.		Jun 1, 2011	1464
Health care for seniors: with a bit of vigilance, most dogs can hunt into their golden years.		May 24, 2011	407
Puppy preschool: the first six months are an ideal time to mold behavior.		Mar 1, 2011	1478
On the run: foot care: in the field, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.		Mar 1, 2011	465
Another look at the vizsla: these Hungarian imports are gaining popularity and respect.		Mar 1, 2011	1816
A pointer for pheasants: pointers can become great pheasant dogs, but it won't happen overnight.		Dec 1, 2010	1540
How to pick a breed: deciding on a pointing breed isn't always an easy decision.		Oct 29, 2010	1543
The grouse & woodcock shuffle: need some stress in your life? Grouse and woodcock may be just the ticket.		Oct 29, 2010	1744
The 95 percent rule: your dogs aren't perfect? Neither are mine.		Sep 21, 2010	1525
Just say no: there's more than one way to correct your dog.		Sep 1, 2010	1531
Hunting accessories.	Buyers guide	Aug 31, 2010	2398
Dog haulers: the pros and cons of various transportation options.		Jul 29, 2010	1485
Dogs of the old country: the Bracco Italiano is a short-tailed hound that also points.		Jul 29, 2010	1589
Don't lose your dog: prevention and common sense will help prevent losing your best friend.		May 15, 2010	1499
The Drent who? The Drentsche Patrijshond (Drent) may be the rarest pointing dog breed in America.		May 15, 2010	2003
Tweeners; the first two years of a puppy's life are critical to its development as a bird dog.	Viewpoint essay	Mar 1, 2010	1474
The pointer/flusher shuffle; who says you can't hunt pointers alongside flushers?	Viewpoint essay	Mar 1, 2010	1925
Cold dog: cord-weather problems run the gamut from annoying to life-threatening.		Dec 1, 2009	1493
The redder the better: forget yesterday's Irish setters. Today's red setters are a whole new bird dog.		Dec 1, 2009	1494
The perpetually happy dog ... not! Sometimes, effective training will rub your dog the wrong way.		Nov 1, 2009	1528
The middle way: steady to flush is a practical way to finish your bird dog.		Oct 1, 2009	1503
God's own duck dog: there's a reason Labradors are the most popular gun dogs in the U.S.	Cover story	Oct 1, 2009	1842
Bad luck or training? You know all about bad luck. News flash: it happens to your dog, too.		Sep 1, 2009	1482
Hunt smart.		Sep 1, 2009	1706
Birds first! Introducing your pup to birds before you begin obedience training can prevent future problems.		Aug 1, 2009	1484
The art of living ... with dogs: how to survive indoors with an outdoors animal.		Jun 1, 2009	1527
The sound and the furry: in thick cover, you can't "see" your dog unless you can hear him.		Mar 1, 2009	1853