It is as if it becomes some kind of pet animal, a faithful hunting dog that reliably goes fetch the dinner.

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Last year, right about this time, Craig Savino, the American Kennel Club archivist, got an email from someone exploring the history of the Clumber Spaniel, a hunting dog developed in the U.K. and beloved of the monarchs Edward VII and George V.

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It was developed as a hunting and retrieving dog in Germany with characteristics generally including intelligence, bravery and a good disposition.

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The principle came to him looking at burrs picked up by his dog on a hunting trip.

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Men perk up about coming to Austin, the closest big city, because they can shop for everything from camouflage dog-vests to hunting stands to meat grinders.

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Whether it's hiking, hunting, golfing, geocaching, or dog training, Garmin devices are essential tools for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels.

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