Hi guys Im looking for a dog that I could use as a

[Koeks]

Hi guys Im looking for a dog that I could use as a tracking dog. Must be a dog that can be trained and well discilpined. Will also be a family dog. We have a small yard but have close and easy access to public fields to take the dog walking and playing. Would prefer a medium to small size dog beacuase of the yard.
Any advice on the breeds of dog suitable would be graetly appreciated.

 

[Mango]

Might consider a beagle that is the worst dog to train and thiere worlds are ruled by there noses.

They are briliant family and hunting dogs

 

[JasonF]

You will not believe me if I tell you that the dog we use is a Jack Russel. I do not know of any wounded animals the dog has not found. I laughed my but of when I heard that we will be using a Jack Russel as I own two.

The saying that they are rottweilers in small bodies is true. I saw this dog drag a wounded warthog out a hole and grab a kudu by the nose (NO FEAR).

Back to your topic. As far as I am aware he sells pups. Let me know if you are interested in a dog as small as a Jack Russel and I will try and get you the contact numbers.

There are one or two guys on site that knows Roxy(Jack Russel)

 

[AYOBA!]

JR's are awesome dogs, easy to train, when I stayed in Rayton I trained mine to dig out moles

 

[Simen]

I wont look farther than a Jack Russel or the long legged Fox terrier.

There are other breeds that are dedicated hunters, Weimeraner (spelling) comes to mind.

But small, easy to train. easy to handle, family dog, my choice stays with the 2 above.

Even better if you pair them.

Here in Nam I will not hesitate to say 95% of hunting dogs here are the Jack Russel's or Fox Terriers, not even thorough breds, sommer brakke.

Even for leopard hunting the same, but then at least five to six of them

Remember, you dont want the dog to catch what you are hunting, only find it.

Big dogs are sometimes a problem when it comes to transport space, dense bush, maintenance etc.

Also small dogs are cheaper on maintenance.

Also smell and find is very easy training, you can do it yourself, I will explain if interested

 

[Koeks]

Mango wrote:

Might consider a beagle that is the worst dog to train and thiere worlds are ruled by there noses.

They are briliant family and hunting dogs

That is the one dog I was looking at - however is the howling and the fact that they are great escape artists not a problem is residential areas?

 

[Koeks]

Guys thank you so much for the replys a jack russle is always a dog that I have liked but my father has one and wow enrgy levels through the roof - was just worried on a hunbt would be easily distracted and dont want it running of as I will be bow hunting. I dont want an animal to take down just to track and be a hunting partner.
@ JasonF - yes I would like contact info please
@ Simen - yes training info would be fantastic - maybe I could train my dads dog.

Does anybody have any experiance with GSP's and Jack a bee's - beagle x JR

 

[Mango]

Jack a bee no way forget it hardegat dog that still does not listen then .

I would rather go for a JR But by the sound your are more loking for a scent dog than a hunting dog look at the Fox hounds

 

[Koeks]

thanks mango - but what are foxhounds like as pets - sorry I know im asking a lot of questions but im just trying to make an informed decission thats all

 

[Simen]

Koeks wrote:

Guys thank you so much for the replys a jack russle is always a dog that I have liked but my father has one and wow enrgy levels through the roof - was just worried on a hunbt would be easily distracted and dont want it running of as I will be bow hunting. I dont want an animal to take down just to track and be a hunting partner.
@ JasonF - yes I would like contact info please
@ Simen - yes training info would be fantastic - maybe I could train my dads dog.

Does anybody have any experiance with GSP's and Jack a bee's - beagle x JR

Properly trained believe me he will only follow the scent you put him on. Energetic yes, but I like that.

Training of JR and FT are started very, very young, thats the success with these animals.

To teach an older one is going to be very difficult indeed.

PM Me your E- Mail and I can give you a quick rundown of what we do, simple inhouse training by yourself

It only takes time and dedication

 

[wmpruis]

I do not go hunting but I do own a dog... I have a Jack Russel crossed with a Fox Terrier and all I can say is WOW!!! She is the highest jumping and fastest dog I have ever seen. Very musculine dog with not a single piece of fat. 

I am very proud to be her owner.

 

[Koeks]

thanks for all the info and help guys - now one last question is there a big difference between male and female JR's which is better if there is a differnece

 

[Simen]

Koeks wrote:

thanks for all the info and help guys - now one last question is there a big difference between male and female JR's which is better if there is a differnece

male dogs tend to be more arrogant and go getters. But not as clean as female as they mark their territory all over. If as you say he will also be a family dog

My choice for hunting, male dog as a leader, the others doesnt really matter as they are his back-up

 

[Namibian23]

Hey,

So I see you have probably made your choice already, but here is another option you could consider seeing as you have a small yard....

I got myself the basset as I have had good reviews from them.....
Best decision I have ever made...brilliant with people and loves attention...

One of the best noses around and fearless......

Only drawback is being difficult to train (there are very helpful books on bassets) and keeping that nose under control cud be a problem.

 

[Koeks]

thanks namib23 - do you use yous for hunting/tracking - they are awesome dogs no doubt

 

[Fin-S]

I have a working golden, 2 flatcoats and a jack russell. I have had GSP's, english and welsh spaniels. Depending on your type of work - I reckon the GSP is the best all rounder, tracker, pointer , retriever, water work etc. However, the dryer and denser the bush, the smaller the dog. My retrievers now only do wingshoots - the JR goes everywhere - even tuna fishing....

 

[Koeks]

thanks Fin-S - you that is aslo why I am leaning towards JR - simply because he can go anywhere - all I am looking for is A dog that can go hunting withme and track when needed - but also a dog that will be agood family pet - go fishing (that is my main passion) etc. - In that way i think a smalle dog is better for what I am lookin for

 

[Astrix]

We had a JR that loved hunting, she use to walk everywhere with me and is very convinient when hunting small rodents as well as they can enter very smaal spaces.  Very disciplined as well.  She would wait for the shot and then take of never before.  Just need to train them very early as dogs not use to shots get afraid of the sound. 

 Dont know the impact of bowhunting but very important when using guns.  I like JR's they are very energetic though and eats everything when they are young!!!!!

 

[Mango]

Got the call from the Farm Yesterday.

Stevo (Mr Hardegat;Seun)tangled with a puffy on Sunday and lost the fight.It was his 4th snake in the last 2 months.

R.I.P Stevies

 

[Koeks]

Astrix wrote:

We had a JR that loved hunting, she use to walk everywhere with me and is very convinient when hunting small rodents as well as they can enter very smaal spaces.  Very disciplined as well.  She would wait for the shot and then take of never before.  Just need to train them very early as dogs not use to shots get afraid of the sound. 

 Dont know the impact of bowhunting but very important when using guns.  I like JR's they are very energetic though and eats everything when they are young!!!!!

thanks Astrix - you will be bowhunting but do want to train him with rifles as well s onot scared on them