“Hunting bears with dogs is cruel and unsporting,” an argument in favor of the bill stated. After being chased by a hound, a bear will typically climb up a tree, making them an easy target for ...

California’s black bears are clever, resourceful and opportunistic. They eat anything and everything — fruits, nuts, insects, human food and pet food. They love bird feeders. They poach ...

Bred specifically for hunting big game, including bears, they combine strength, agility, and determination. Prized for their strength and stamina, these dogs can travel across difficult terrain ...

Bear hunting dogs are used to track and trail bears. They must be able to identify the right bear scent and follow it until ...

California's black bears are clever, resourceful and opportunistic. They eat anything and everything--fruits, nuts, insects, human food and pet food. They love bird feeders. They poach mountain ...

“The inability of houndsmen to pursue bears with dogs for the past decade has substantially ... at least temporarily, all bear hunting in California.