Ugly Dog Hunting

06/02/2026

We love seeing customers put our products to good use.

Bird bags are fully stocked and ready to ship. Check out this run down from Dirty Point Kennels on why the Ugly Bird Bag is his favorite.

05/05/2026

Lots of puppy orders this time of year.

What’s one piece of advice you have for a new bird dog owner?

04/22/2026

The Garmin Pro550 Double Block

Here is a walkthrough pairing 2 Garmin PT10 collars to one ‘dog’ on a Garmin Pro550 handheld. This allows one button to communicate with both receivers delivering tone, vibrate, or stim without toggling between ‘dogs’. We typically build these for the police and military working dog community who are looking for increased control with very high drive dogs.

Looking for a similar set-up? Shoot us a note.

Got questions? Drop them below.

04/07/2026

The latest episode of The Ugly Dog Podcast is out! Des Stormont joins the show where she and Mike take a look back at their NAVHDA Invitational runs, this past hunting season, and also discuss how priorities change over the years.

If you missed Des’ first time on The Ugly Dog Podcast, check out Episode 2 for more!

04/06/2026

Well well well, look what decided to show up today.

We are so excited to FINALLY have bird bags in hand and ready to ship.

Designed with you in mind as a trainer to hold all your quail, ducks, pheasants, chukar, or pigeons, added button snaps to keep the opening secure (and and make the large opening smaller if needed). One mesh panel for breathability, and a fully enclosed pocket side to keep the crap off you and your stuff. Made right here in Minnesota.

Get yours before we sell out!

Order now: https://uglydoghunting.com/shop/for-your-dog/training-equipment/the-ugly-bird-bag/

03/26/2026

This week’s Ugly Dog Podcast features Andrew Vavra from Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. Andrew shares his journey from college student to nearly 20 years at PF, switching from chasing waterfowl to upland, and how he’s learned to enjoy the dog in front of him afield. Now on team wirehair, Andrew started with a pointing lab and also had a French Brittany along on his journey. There are lots of nuggets of knowledge in this episode. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Enjoy!

03/09/2026

Nash (and really Mike) wants your questions for the podcast!

As is tradition, every 25 episodes is a Q&A so let them rip down in the comments then tune in for the answers this Thursday.

03/05/2026

The Ugly Dog Podcast is BACK!

Check out the latest episode with .knutson where we talk about his journey into bird dogs, guiding, and learning to shoot with a fused arm, among many other things.

BTW - We talk about the new hoodies at the start of the episode. You can find a link in the show notes or under the apparel section of our website. Get in on this pre-order now!

Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

03/04/2026

The folks who snagged our new hoodies at Pheasant Fest can’t stop raving about them.

Pre-order for the limited release ends Sunday, 3/8.

Snag one of our new Ts at a discount while you’re at it, too.

Order now:

Shop Ugly Dog Hunting Hoodies and more with Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Serious gear for serious bird hunters and dog trainers. Gear for when things get ugly.

02/27/2026

Based on overwhelming response, we’re doing another order for our PheasantFest Merch!

Snag a hoodie or a T and give your Ugly Dog something to snuggle on. (Or nibble 😅)

We have been living in this combo since it arrived. Soft, comfortable, and built to last.

Taking orders until Sunday March 8th, then they’re gone!

Links to order in the comments.