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Should hunting dogs be kept outside?

Should hunting dogs be kept outside?

In short: no. However, they do need some time out of doors (both during training and during down time) to acclimate to temperatures (in both extremes: heat and cold). Having a fenced yard or outside kennel is also handy if you want to remove the dog from the house for any number of reasons.

Can any dog be a gun dog?

Whilst there are some aspects to gundog work that are more easily achieved with a puppy, many older dogs can and do make the grade.

Can a dog be kept outside in a kennel?

Some people said that if a dog is kept in the home it is a pet, and if it is kept outside in a kennel it is a working dog. I understand the angle, as some dogs that are kept in kennels outside only ever really come out to work. However, does this make them any less a pet if the family has children who often play with the dog?

Can a working dog live in a kennel?

However, there is no reason why, with the correct management, a puppy living in kennels cannot be properly socialised. Equally, gundogs being reared in the house with a young family should have its own living space to avoid its being pestered continually by overenthusiastic children.

What should I do with my working dog?

A separate room — perhaps a utility room or office — containing the puppy’s bed, water, food and toys to make it feel at home is essential, or a large indoor kennel where it can seek refuge if needed. This can also be used to put the dog out of the way during family meal times.

What kind of dog can you leave at work all day?

When it comes to what breed of dog can be left alone during the day, a Lhasa Apso will probably quietly stand guard until you’re back — instead of getting bored and tearing things apart like other breeds. They’re independent, which means that normally these dogs won’t mind being left alone while you’re at work during the day.

Can a working dog be left outside all day?

Some breeds are bred to be outside dogs such as herding and working breeds or even sporting breeds such as spaniels. It doesn’t mean they don’t enjoy spending time inside. Many other breeds just are not suitable for being left outside unsupervised such as many of the small and toy breed dogs. Ultimately it will depend upon your particular dog.

Do you have to have an outside dog?

Yes, some dogs are more suited to outdoors because of their build or coats. And some must have large outdoors for exercise. But, really, it’s not the breed as much as the question of how much you want to invite this dog into your family and bond with it that matters. But many of the general books are a lot of crock.

However, there is no reason why, with the correct management, a puppy living in kennels cannot be properly socialised. Equally, gundogs being reared in the house with a young family should have its own living space to avoid its being pestered continually by overenthusiastic children.

Do you need a dog to work on a farm?

In fact, not all dogs can make the cut, regardless of breed. Working around the farm can be grueling, requiring hours of daily work for a pooch. Accordingly, all farm dogs must have drive, stamina, and intelligence — couch potatoes need not apply .