As an advocate of the brand as well as a long-time customer, I was eager to try the Homestead Dog Bed from Gunner Kennels. The Nashville-based company touts the orthopedic comfort, clean-ability, and solid construction, but can they deliver where countless other big brands have failed?

The Wingman Pro B2 from Pyke Gear ($309.95) looks to fill a niche for hunters looking for a durable, lightweight vest that maintains a svelte profile while providing enough room to comfortably tote a limit of roosters and some bonus quail. 

If you’re a hunter or recreational shooter and not actively considering hearing protection, it’s time to step it up. We’re a quarter of the way through the 21st century, folks, and hearing loss from gunfire is not only preventable, it’s trending towards uncool.

As a fellow bird hunter and sporting dog enthusiast (as well as a veterinarian) I’m always on the lookout for tech that enhances both the hunting experience and preserves the well-being of my canine companions. I’ve been a strong advocate of electronic collars for years, both as a way to humanely and quickly train sporting dogs and as a means of promoting their safety in the field.