Last week, we introduced the phrase "getting birdie" — those subtle changes in pace, body language, breathing, and movement that tell an experienced handler birds may be close [catch up on Part 1, click here.] This week, we'll take that idea one step further. No two Epagneul Bretons hunt exactly alike. Just as every hunter develops their own style, every Breton has its own rhythm, personality, and way of communicating. Some dogs are flashy and dramatic. Others are methodical and deliberate....

While the Board provides direction and governance, committees are where much of the day-to-day work gets done. Whether it's organizing events, growing membership, creating educational resources, or raising funds, committees give members an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of the Epagneul Breton and the community that surrounds it.

The dog's getting birdie." If you've spent much time around bird dogs, you've probably heard that phrase. It's common at field trials, hunt tests, training days, and especially during upland hunts. But what does it actually mean?