RE: Training A dog
They use alot of different dogs up here for grouse and woodcock.
Some use Brittany, GSP, English Setter, and what ever else you can think of. I have even seen little Cocker Spaniels hunting grouse. My self I like the Irish Setter, so it is more of a matter of choice. Over the years there has been a quite a few bird dogs killed by coyotes up here. So sometimes big can be better to use. But, whatever you decide on good luck to you.