There are several breeds of dogs that can be used for hunting different game species. Some dogs can be used to hunt several types of game animals.

• Pointers are used primarily for upland game birds.
• Retrievers are large, hearty dogs used primarily to retrieve waterfowl; they also can be trained to hunt other game birds.
• Spaniels are used mainly as flushers.
• Hunting Hounds are used to hunt raccoons and rabbits in the Southeast, lions and bears in the West, and deer in some states.