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Mainah · January 31, 2014, 12:51 PM

I'm an experienced dog owner. I've owned a Dobie, a Shepherd, a Border Collie, a Bull-Terrier, two Rotts, and a couple of mutts. Currently we've got two Boston Terriers. We are involved in dog rescue, so we often end up with older dogs with bad backgrounds. I don't want or need an expensive pup, or even a puppy- an older dog would be fine.

But I've never had a hunting dog. What breed (or mix) would be most versatile? By that I mean what dog could I use to hunt as many critters as possible in Maine. And I'd also like a dog that will let me know if there's someone on the property. Not a guard dog, but a good watch dog.

I guess I'm looking for a dog that serves as many roles as my 870. Any thoughts? Thanks.

January 31, 2014, 12:51 PM	#1
Mainah Senior Member Join Date: July 9, 2007 Posts: 1,119	What's the Best All-Purpose Hunting Dog? I'm an experienced dog owner. I've owned a Dobie, a Shepherd, a Border Collie, a Bull-Terrier, two Rotts, and a couple of mutts. Currently we've got two Boston Terriers. We are involved in dog rescue, so we often end up with older dogs with bad backgrounds. I don't want or need an expensive pup, or even a puppy- an older dog would be fine. But I've never had a hunting dog. What breed (or mix) would be most versatile? By that I mean what dog could I use to hunt as many critters as possible in Maine. And I'd also like a dog that will let me know if there's someone on the property. Not a guard dog, but a good watch dog. I guess I'm looking for a dog that serves as many roles as my 870. Any thoughts? Thanks.