Lowell Strauss

1 month ago | outdoorcanada.ca | Lowell Strauss

What to do when your pooch needs a pedicure Even active dogs need periodic pedicures to maintain healthy feet. While visiting a doggie spa may seem the easiest approach, learning to keep toenails in check yourself is a valuable skill. A split toenail or torn dewclaw can quickly end a hunt, after all, so here’s what you need to know.

Mar 18, 2025 | outdoorcanada.ca | Lowell Strauss

A unique source of natural hair for tying flies From tying flies to handloading hunting ammo, DIY gear takes the satisfaction of outdoor success to a whole new level. If you own a gun dog and are passionate about tying flies, a premium source of natural hair may be curled up right at your feet.

Mar 10, 2025 | outdoorcanada.ca | Lowell Strauss

You don’t need to sacrifice nutrition or taste when eating out of a bag. Here’s how At the end of a long day in the field or on the water, there’s nothing more satisfying than a piping hot meal. If you’re confident in your wild food procurement skills, a crispy fish fry, seared venison tenderloin or grilled duck breast are a few options.

Jan 8, 2025 | outdoorcanada.ca | Lowell Strauss

Coming when called is a basic—and critical—K-9 command Coming when called is a basic K-9 command critical to a dog’s safety in the field. Keeping a dog in check also contributes to hunting success, preventing the dog from spooking game. Here’s how to start training your gun dog to follow your command to come.

Dec 2, 2024 | outdoorcanada.ca | Lowell Strauss

Why we should all wear blaze orange when hunting big game Nothing says, “Don’t shoot me!” like a hunter sporting blaze orange apparel. The fluorescent colour is unlike anything found in nature, a bright beacon signalling another hunter’s presence.