Hunting culture in B.C.?

[littleheelers]

I am a recent transplant in British Columbia from the Prairie provinces.

I noticed the seasons overlap in the Regulations. I am aware leashed dogs can accompany hunters while tracking ungulates, however I am wondering how understandings are the locals regarding free-roaming dogs during deer season?

I know where I grew up in Alberta, sometimes deer hunters will shoot a dog running at large even though the owners were only using them for flushing birds, rabbiting or act as coyote decoys. The reason why I am asking is because I own a bark-pointer and would like to hone in his innate ability to spot birds and hold them.

[Kasomor]

I am a recent transplant in British Columbia from the Prairie provinces.

I noticed the seasons overlap in the Regulations. I am aware leashed dogs can accompany hunters while tracking ungulates, however I am wondering how understandings are the locals?

I know where I grew up in Alberta, sometimes deer hunters will shoot a dog running at large even though the owners were only using them for flushing birds, rabbiting or act as coyote decoys. The reason why I am asking is because I own a bark-pointer and would like to hone in his innate ability to spot birds and hold them.

Welcome to B.C.

What's a "bark-pointer?"...and how do they work?

[nolimits]

Welcome to B.C.

What's a "bark-pointer?"...and how do they work?

Good question. Wouldn't that be a pointer that barks instead of pointing??

[littleheelers]

Ah, they (feists, elkhounds, bear dogs, huskies, et cetera) tree a grouse or a pheasant, and bark until the hunter catches up. I had a Shiba that would do this sans the barking; he was a good hunting dog. The Swedish Vallhund I have would naturally do this with crows and bears, so it wouldn't be too difficult to imprint this behaviour on upland games.

Here's a good video of one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcioZdmniVk

[nolimits]

WOW. Watched this video and all I can say about that dog is, that he is one persistent barking son of a gun. Nice.

[littleheelers]

WOW. Watched this video and all I can say about that dog is, that he is one persistent barking son of a gun. Nice.

Yes, that's why I am asking what's the customs and traditions are like in British Columbia since every province differs. Even if there's nothing in the Regulations addressing these issues, there are unwritten rules; and sometimes there's a cultural misunderstanding, especially when it comes to unorthodox methods.

[Moose Guide]

I am a recent transplant in British Columbia from the Prairie provinces.

I noticed the seasons overlap in the Regulations. I am aware leashed dogs can accompany hunters while tracking ungulates, however I am wondering how understandings are the locals regarding free-roaming dogs during deer season?

I know where I grew up in Alberta, sometimes deer hunters will shoot a dog running at large even though the owners were only using them for flushing birds, rabbiting or act as coyote decoys. The reason why I am asking is because I own a bark-pointer and would like to hone in his innate ability to spot birds and hold them.

In B.C. it is illegal to shoot a dog for chasing deer or any other wildlife! On my property I can shoot a dog for chasing my livestock but not for running deer!

[Gateholio]

Only a Peace Officer can leglaly shoot a dog for pursuing wildlife illegally. However there are still some guys that shoot dogs they see. My suggestion is a bright orange vest or large reflective orange collar for the dog. That should let even the dumbest know that you have a bird dog working.

[littleheelers]

Only a Peace Officer can leglaly shoot a dog for pursuing wildlife illegally. However there are still some guys that shoot dogs they see. My suggestion is a bright orange vest or large reflective orange collar for the dog. That should let even the dumbest know that you have a bird dog working.

I was wondering about that. Technically it's illegal to shoot a dog in Alberta too, unless one is a conservation officer; but people still do it anyway. "Shovel up and shut up" mantra, albeit uncommon, is not unheard of among the rural folks. Thanks!

[Foxton Gundogs]

I am a recent transplant in British Columbia from the Prairie provinces.

I noticed the seasons overlap in the Regulations. I am aware leashed dogs can accompany hunters while tracking ungulates, however I am wondering how understandings are the locals regarding free-roaming dogs during deer season?

I know where I grew up in Alberta, sometimes deer hunters will shoot a dog running at large even though the owners were only using them for flushing birds, rabbiting or act as coyote decoys. The reason why I am asking is because I own a bark-pointer and would like to hone in his innate ability to spot birds and hold them.

I've shot grouse over dogs for 52 years in the woods during deer and moose season and never had a problem....Anyone shoots my bird dog while i'm with it better save a round for me cuz I'm coming for them.