Adoption/rescue program?

[03mossy]

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When you say Midwest, are you around southeast Michigan?

Minnesota

 

[MrTim]

If you are looking for a dog that hunts, purchase a started dog. The dog will have been groomed or trained to hone their natural abilities and received basic obedience training.
I think that if you just want a hunting breed to casually hunt with, adoption/rescue might be right for you. I’ve concluded that dogs are put up for adoption, surrendered, dumped, etc for a reason. You’ll need to keep your expectations realistic. It can be an awesome experience.
I’ve fostered a couple griffs and adopted 1 through AWPGA rescue.
Not sure that you could bank on a rescue dog being any less work than a puppy.

 

[03mossy]

Good points.