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Can people train dogs to pursue bears?

April 26, 2017bears people pursue train

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Can people train dogs to pursue bears?

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Yes. Training of dogs on black bears is a legal activity and one that is vital to managing certain types of bears nuisance activity in New York. The use of bear hounds is one of the most effective tools for reducing bear damage to farms, especially reducing damage to corn. Bear houndsmen are currently licensed by the DEC, and their activities are regulated pursuant to 6 NYCRR Section 187.2. The training season begins July 1 and ends prior to legal bear hunting seasons.