July/August 2008

Features

Wingman
by Tom Davis
Saying good-bye to a pal. [More…]

If You Go West
by E. Donnall Thomas Jr.
Tips on getting the most from your Western adventure. [More…]

Trip of a Lifetime Part 2
by Josh Manahan
Our essay contest winner continues the story of his South Texas quail hunt.

Picking Trixie
A Photo Essay
A new partner comes home.

Phasing Out the Electronic Collar
by Stephen C. Rafe
How to get your dog weaned off the e-collar.

Departments

Favorite Covers

The Gun Room
by Steve Smith
Tempo, timing, and triggering.

Gun Dog Forum
by Larry Brown
Bird dog injuries: prevention and rehabilitation. [More…]

The Versatile Hunting Dog
by Chuck Johnson
The versatile hunting dog in North America.

Trainin’ Dogs with Rick Smith
by Rick Smith and Sharon Potter
The who-post, part 2.

Western Wings
by Ben O. Williams
Things dogs do that drive me nuts.

Eastern Encounters
by Tom Huggler
Pointing dog etiquette.

The Vet’s Office
by Dr. Ben J. Characters
911!

Et Al.

Training Tip
by George Hickox
Maximizing the dog’s potential.

Subscriber Photos

Subscriber Forum

The Way It Ought to Be
by Spaulding Hoffhacker