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Deer Dog Training Season

Deer dogs can be trained during closed seasons when dogs are constantly attached to leashes or ropes in the hands of their trainers for training purposes. Deer dogs are permitted to run free only during deer-dog training seasons. Possessing firearms is prohibited while training deer dogs.

• Deer-Dog Training Seasons: (WMAs can differ)

  • South Zone Oct. 7 - 26.

  • Central Zone Oct. 7 - 26.

  • Northwest Zone Oct. 28 - Nov. 16.

Anyone possessing a license with hunting privileges may train or toughen free-running deer dogs during daylight hours. Carrying or using firearms, crossbows or bows while training deer dogs is prohibited.