Tracking Dogs for Deer Stalking Holly the Bavarian Mountain Hound by Patrick Hogan


The WDAI has been to the fore ensuring the endorsed and ethical method of deer stalk- ing with the aid of a tracking dog continues in Ireland by having the Wildlife Amend- ment Bill 2010 cor- rected to protect this important practice. Unlike other forms of hunting, it is not to seek and find a live quarry. The dogs are used to locate a fallen deer quickly so that the animal may be dis- patched humanely. In the unlikely event of a


deer been wounded, it immediately retreats and hides in deep cover. Without the assistance of tracking dogs, it could take a deer-stalker along time to locate a wounded deer or the deer might never be found. Thus, the purpose of using dogs is an entirely a hu- mane one. Following our seminar


in Cahir,


Co.Tipperary which in- cluded a presentation on tracking dog breeds and due to growing demand it has been the decided the WDAI will form the first dedicated group for those with an interest in track- ing dogs in Ireland, with an aim to providing and sharing information along with hosting related events. If you would like to join this group please contact Paul Hogan on 087 1425527 or email us at


wilddeerire-


land@gmail.com we already have had an excellent response following our pres- entation of tracking dogs.


For further information go to www.wilddeerireland.com or email wilddeerire- land@gmail.com you can also follow us on Twitter @wilddeerireland or like our Facebook page for all the latest news and events.


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Tommie Hynes discussed tracking dogs for deer by Patrick Hogan


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