Bird Dogs Afield host Paul Fuller is the gun dog columnist for Northwoods Sporting Journal. The Journal has granted permission to re-print Paul’s articles. Thank you Northwoods Sporting Journal.

December 2015: Grouse Hunting Report 

This is a report on our hunting experience during the 2nd and 3rd weed of hunting season.

November 2015: Prairie Bird Primer 

The Bird Dogs Afield team traveled to Montana for a great prairie bird experience.  Read all about it.

October 2015: Pup’s Opening Day

A look at what you can expect from a first-year pup on opening day.

September 2015: Best Grouse Dog Breeds

Different breeds of bird dogs are examined and how they stack-up in the grouse woods.

August 2015: Pre-season Conditioning

Paul provides tips for pre-season conditioning to be sure your canine athlete is ready for the hunting season.

July 2015: The Whoa Command

A discussion on the importance of the “whoa” command.

June 2015: Puppy Steps - Part 2 (2 of 2)

A conclusion to Puppy Steps - Part 1

May 2015: Puppy Steps - Part 1 (1 of 2)

Paul discusses the correct age for a puppy to leave their mother and siblings.

April 2015: Using Place Boards For Training

Here’s an introduction to the use of place boards for training the bird dog.

March 2015: How To Age Your Dog

Ready to adopt a dog but unsure of the age?  Here are a few tips on how to age a dog.

February 2015: It's South Dakota for Pheasants

Paul visits Jim River Ranch to film a classic South Dakota pheasant hunt.  This article chronicles the action and hunt.

January 2015: Cold Weather Grouse

The Bird Dogs Afield team encounters cold and snow during two grouse hunts this past fall.