Gun Dog
Gun dogs, also gundogs or bird dogs, are types of dogs developed to assist hunters in finding and retrieving game, usually birds. Gun dogs are divided into three primary types: Retrievers, flushing dogs, and pointing breeds. Some kennel clubs define a Gundog Group for gundogs, while other kennel clubs include them in the Sporting Group.
There are several types of gundogs, each type consisting of multiple breeds; see each type for a detailed description and a list of breeds:
| Type | Example | |
|---|---|---|
| Pointers | English Pointer | |
| Retrievers | Golden Retriever | |
| Setters | English Setter | |
| Flushing Spaniels | English Cocker Spaniel | |
| Water dogs | Standard Poodle | |
Although classified according to method of work, gun dogs often have skills which extend beyond the tasks outlined for their classification. Depending upon how they are trained, dogs may be useful in a variety of hunting situations.
Read more about Gun Dog: List of Gundog Breeds
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