I wholeheartedly SUPPORT ero…

I wholeheartedly SUPPORT ero#019-3685.
Having access to trialing areas is very important for the training of hunting dogs.

It allows for proper training to be conducted in a controlled setting to ensure that the dogs are trained properly. This minimizes the chances of dogs pursuing the wrong species. Properly trained dogs can correctly identify the correct prey species and will concentrate on it, thereby diminishing the chance that protected species, non game species or even domestic livestock may be incorrectly pursued by poorly trained dogs.

Having properly trained dogs also improves the chances of a hunter retrieving harvested game with a trained dog that would otherwise be too difficult to locate.
Hunters and dog owners that take their dogs to trials and or training sites bolster local economies by spending on travel expenses like fuel, food, hotels etc. which is a benefit to local businesses.

There are of course health benefits to being out in the field, actively participating in the training of the dogs. This benefits not only the handler but the dogs themselves as well as the trainers, judges etc.
There are strict guidelines to ensure that the prey species are treated humanely, and that they are properly cared for while in captivity.

They use of hunting dogs has a long bison our province and it is a big part of our hunting heritage. Hunters and dog handlers should be able to properly train their dogs not only for their benefit, but for the benefit of non prey and protected species.

Thank you for allowing me to provide input.