The ‘addiciton’ I ask about is that which pertains to Bird hunting and Brittanys (or any breed bird dog).  What causes us to be so avid about bird hunting with our canine partner?  What drives us to go afield on cold blustery days then want our partner to join us fireside?

What causes grown men and women to devote so many hours to pursuing birds?  Is it really about the birds?  (speaking of folks who hunt birds with bird dogs).   Many bird hunters speak of hunting with deep conviction.  I know these folks and speak to hundreds of them every year.  They are truly excited about pursuing upland birds.

Tall stories are told about ‘the greatest hunt’ and the toughest species to ever hunt with a simple two holer and dog.  It is quite easy to listen and become enthralled by terrific stories of upland adventures.  But on closer inspection, there is a common thread woven into the very fabric of each and every story told…

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