Hot Spots on Dogs

Hot spots on dogs can be caused by various circumstances. Anything from your dog’s skin allergies to typical scratching that causes a small laceration can be the pesky beginning to a hot spot.

What Makes a Versatile Hunting Dog

Ron Boehme, host of The Hunting Dog Podcast and co-founder of the Upland Institute, walks through the traits that define a truly versatile hunting companion.

What to Ask Your Breeder Before Choosing a Puppy

So how do you choose the best puppy for you? If you’re interested in adding a puppy to your home […]

Large GUNNER Dog Crate Saves Charli the Lab

My lab, my daughter and I were in a head-on collision. I broke my arm, but my daughter and my dog – thanks to GUNNER – are fine.

Susquehanna Stories: Unveiling the History of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an incredible dog with an equally impressive history in waterfowling. Located in the Northeast portion of the country, the Chesapeake Bay and Susquehanna Flats are h...

Top 100 Dog Names in The Pack

There you have it, the top 100 hunting dog names from the past year. It was a tight race at […]

The Ultimate Guide to AKC Hunt Tests

At first glance, the standardized hunt test world can be intimidating. We aim to pull back the curtain a bit, and cover everything you can expect to see at your first weekend AKC hunt test.

Alternative Food Crate Use: Cocktail Pitcher

We have an alternative use idea for our GUNNER Food Crate! An 11-gallon pitcher to hold your cocktails. Here’s the margarita recipe we’re making this Cinco de Mayo... and all summer.

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers: Breed Profile

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has been an active part of hunting traditions for years. The Toller is named for its ability to entice waterfowl into close range to allow the hunter an oppor...

Supporting Wildlife Conservation

While spring turkey hunting itself doesn't typically involve Man's Best Friend, it's a tradition that Addison and other's at GUNNER enjoy every spring. Thus, when the opportunity to support wildlif...

Gear Guide For Spring Training

Great retrievers are built in the offseason, and proper gear can help you make the most of spring training with your dog. So we turned to Bob Owens of Lone Duck Outfitters & Kennels for his rec...

Retriever Training Tips

It’s the time of year when the decoys have been (begrudgingly) put away and the rest of your waterfowl gear […]

A Car Hit Me in 40+ Car Interstate Pileup

Roxie and I were involved in a 40+ car pileup on the Interstate during an ice storm. Here's what happened. By Jody Dean.

All-Weather GUNNER Gear

Don't let rain or heat keep you from enjoying the outdoors with your canine companion.

Thank You, Gunner

"To them, they may only be a part of your world, but to them, you are their world." | Browning "Gunner" Jr. — 10/27/08 to 3/7/21

#GunnerEffect21 Winners and Finalists

Our panel of judges sifted through thousands upon thousands of photos from this year's #GunnerEffect21 contest to find the one photo that best expressed the bond between man and man's best friend.⁠

Winter Travel Tips

Don't let the cold keep you from traveling and enjoying the outdoors with your dog.

Boykin Spaniels: Breed Profile

Gaining rapidly in popularity in recent years, Boykin Spaniels have begun to make their place as a breed of choice for hunting families in search of a versatile gun dog.