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I'd like people's opinions in regards to what they feel would be the best dog breed to handle both upland game and waterfowl hunting. Many thanks.
My Springers handled Montana winters well until it came time to bust ice. My Shorthairs handled Alaska well. But for either or those when you throw in waterfowl, I'd go Lab. When the weather turns really bad and there's swimming to do, I gotta go with the dog that should take the worst climate best. I know that Springers and Shorthairs can handle it to a point, I see no reason to put them through it tho.Dave said:Hey Don, I live in Alaska, Springers handle the harsh weather just fine, labs are pretty good, but shorthairs don't do so well up here...
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but I'd lean towards a Springer because they're probably better all around "house" dogs. Hope that helps.
Dave said:Hey Don, I live in Alaska, Springers handle the harsh weather just fine, labs are pretty good, but shorthairs don't do so well up here...
What about an Airedale ? They are excellent hunters.
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