What are Gundogs?

There are many different breeds of gundogs. These can be broken down into three main types according to the way they hunt.

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Spaniels

 Including the Cocker and Springer Spaniel, whose function is to hunt and flush fur and feathered game from the undergrowth for the gun. They will also retrieve dead and injured game.

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Retrievers

Including the Labrador , Flatcoat, Chesapeake and Golden Retriever, whose main function is to retrieve dead or injured game. They can also be used to hunt and flush fur and feathered game.

 

Pointers and Setters

Including the English Pointer, English Setter, Gordon Setter and Irish Setter. These dogs hunt and point the scent of feathered game by standing still and indicating where the game is hidden. When given the command the dog will then flush the game to be shot. Many pointers and setters will also retrieve.

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Versatile Hunting Dogs

Including the German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, Hungarian Vizsla, Cesky Fousek, Weimaraner and Brittany whose function is to hunt, point and retrieve both fur and feather. These breeds were also developed to indicate deer and their tracking skills are used to locate the deer once shot.