hunting dogs in heat

[Guest Anonymous]

will my dog hunt the same when she is in heat?

[Hobbit]

It's all going to depend on her. Some females become easily distracted, some do not. Of course, a male can smell her a mile away and that is something you have to worry about --- the males (domestic and strays) coming to her while you are hunting.

[Guest Anonymous]

what breed of dog is she? Most experienced hunters should have all this information researched before purchasing any dog. Did you buy her from a reputable breeder or a backyard breeder. A reputable breeder of hunting breeds should and would be able to give you this kind of information.

[mcobbin]

my dad has raised german plott hounds for about 23 years now, and i've trained SEVERAL puppies to hunt in that time...so, i'm just going on my experience with ONE breed. but, as far as i have seen, a good hunting bitch will hunt regardless of her ahem, condition :oops: . one thing you must take into consideration is your hunting partners. if you are running with other males, the focus may turn from furry woodland creatures, to a furry woodland romp very quickly!! also, you've got to know your bitch. some girls really WANT to get pregnant. these are the ones who may run off to the hills looking for a man, faster than an ellie may hillbilly!! :lol: but the actual estrus should have no impact on her performance, so take her out for a nice run!!