What is the best rabbit hunting dog?

7 Hunting Breeds That Make Great Rabbit Dogs

  1. Beagle. Breed Notes.
  2. Mini Beagle. Breed Notes.
  3. Basset Hound. Breed Notes.
  4. Dachshund. Breed Notes.
  5. Jack Russell Terrier. Breed Notes.
  6. Redbone Coonhound.
  7. Weimaraner.

How much is a hunting beagle?

A quality hunting-bred beagle is much more affordable than your typical hunting-bred bird dog, and you can easily find pups in the $250-500 range. And, if you wanted to invest in a pup with a bit of hunting training under her collar, you can often find a nice hunting beagle for under $1,000.

Are dachshunds good rabbit dogs?

According to Wikipedia, “The standard size Dachshund was developed to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals, while the miniature Dachshund was bred to hunt smaller prey such as rabbits. In the United States, they have also been used to track wounded deer and hunt prairie dogs.”

How many rabbit dogs do you need?

Beagle owners who hunt rabbits don’t need a dozen or two dogs to have a large-enough pack of hounds to chase bunnies. “A good pack can have as few as five beagles, but I think eight dogs makes a good pack,” said Chris Kidd of Burlington. “That’s a good-size pack, but some people run more.”

How many beagles do you need to hunt rabbits?

Beagle owners who hunt rabbits don’t need a dozen or two dogs to have a large-enough pack of hounds to chase bunnies. “A good pack can have as few as five beagles, but I think eight dogs makes a good pack,” said Chris Kidd of Burlington. “That’s a good-size pack, but some people run more.”

How much does a rabbit Dachshund cost?

The Rabbit Dachshund price can be anywhere from $500 to over $1000 depending on the breeder. When you adopt from a rescue organization the cost is significantly less.

How do you train a 2 year old beagle to hunt rabbits?

Introduce the older dog to rabbits by giving him a rabbit skin to play with to get him used to the scent and to use as a toy. Next, tie your dog up and drag the skin away, creating a scent trail. Hide the rabbit skin. Release your dog and encourage him to the scent trail.