Unleash Their Potential

We have the gear you need in the moments that matter. From puppyhood to old age, field trials and hunt tests, and the pinnacle of wild pursuits we sell what works and what you can count on.

We Know Our Customers

At Ugly Dog Hunting Co., we know how much your hunting dog means to you and how valuable time in the field is. We’re hunters ourselves, committed to training, testing, and enjoying every season to the fullest. That’s why we only offer gear and equipment we trust and use ourselves. Our team takes pride in guiding you to the right products and providing outstanding customer service. We’re here to help unleash your dog’s potential.

The Ugly Dog Podcast

68. Marc Musselman & Jonny Serrano – Alclair Outdoors and Why Hearing Protection Should Be a Normal Part of Your Kit

Marc Musselman and Jonny Serrano join the show this week to talk about Alclair Outdoors and the importance of high quality hearing protection. If you do any kind of dog training or bird hunting hearing loss is an under-discussed issue. Medical research is starting to highlig...

67. Roy Ames – A Dive Into The NAVHDA Gun Dog Test and a Montana Recap

Roy Ames joins the show again this week to share a bit about our recent trip to Montana, the sometimes frustrating learning curve of puppies, and take a look into the first year of NAVHDA’s Gun Dog Test. Announced this January at the NAVHDA Annual Meeting, the Gun Dog ...

66. Waylon Lunn – Hunting the Upstate, The Art of Jump-Shooting Ducks, and Raising a Family Outdoors

Waylon Lunn joins the show this week to share his journey in bird dogs from New York City to the Upstate and now traveling across the country with his family for birds. He describes his journey searching for and developing a “purpose built bird dog”.  He also sha...

65. Marilyn Vetter – Priorities for The Habitat Organization, Planning for Hunting Season Ahead, and Keeping Up The Fight For The Birds.

Marilyn Vetter is the CEO and President of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. She joins the show this week to share some wins for the year as well as a handful of the many challenges ahead. Additionally, she lays out a bit about how she’s planning for the hunting sea...

64. Charles Coulter – Learning to Not Care So Much, Falling in Love With Bird Dogs, and Becoming a Professional Bird Hunting Guide.

Charles Coulter is a bird hunting guide, bird dog trainer, and a NAVHDA Senior Judge. He sits down with Mike to share his journey into bird hunting, what it’s like having his passion become his profession, and how he’s learned the importance of fun over caring so...
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The Ugly Dog Difference

At Ugly Dog Hunting, we’re more than just a retailer – like your bird dog, we’re your trusted partners for bird hunting and dog training. With Ugly Dog Hunting you can trust we bring Real-World Testing to the table leveraging experience with our products in the toughest environments. This knowledge base informs our customer centric approach to service. When you call or email with questions you’ll talk with someone who understands your situation and is going to help give you the best solution for your situation. And lastly, what’s the point of all this if there is no where to pursue our traditions? Ugly Dog Hunting Co. is committed to conservation and actively supports a variety of conservation organizations to ensure a future for wild birds on the landscape.
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