About Us | Bearded Bird Dog

Tradition Runs Through Every Hunt

Bearded Birddog was founded on a passion for upland hunting and the desire to share that experience with others. From the foothills of East Tennessee, we guide hunts for quail, pheasant, and chukar—providing an authentic wingshooting experience for both new and seasoned hunters.
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We’re committed to offering safe, ethical, and enjoyable upland hunts where dogs, hunters, and habitat work together in harmony. Our goal is to create an experience that’s both rugged and refined, built on tradition and respect for the game we pursue.

Derek working as a bird hunting guide for the bearded bird dog in Talbott, TN

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People quail hunting at the Bearded Bird Dog in Talbott, TN

Where the Point Begins the Story

Authentic hunting in the Heart of East Tennessee

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Bearded Birddog exists to deliver exceptional upland hunting experiences through skilled guiding, responsible practices, and the unmatched performance of a well-trained pointing dog. We aim to create meaningful, story-worthy days afield for hunters of all backgrounds.

People quail and pheasant hunting at the Bearded Bird Dog in Cosby, TN

Pheasant in the air - types of bird hunted at the Bearded Bird Dog in Talbott, TN

Ada walking down a path with a pheasant she retrieved while hunting at the Bearded Bird Dog in Cosby, TN

The Dogs you'll hunt with.

Our Dogs

All hunts are conducted over trained pointing dogs with experience in upland bird hunting. The dogs are used to locate, hold, and retrieve quail, pheasant, and chukar in a controlled and efficient manner. Multiple dogs may be rotated throughout the hunt to maintain performance and adapt to field conditions.

Ada laying in the grass with a quail she retrieved while hunting at the Bearded Bird Dog in Cosby, TN

Ada

Ada is a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trained for versatile upland hunting. She performs well in thicker cover and more demanding terrain, with strong scenting ability and reliable point work. Ada is a primary working dog used across all hunt types and conditions.

Lucy

Lucy is an English Setter trained for upland bird hunting with a focus on controlled range and consistent bird work. She is used for locating and holding points on quail, pheasant, and chukar across a variety of field conditions. Her steady performance and responsiveness make her well-suited for both smaller groups and structured hunts.

Rio pointing at a bird to be flushed pheasant hunting for the Bearded Bird Dog in Talbott Tennessee

Rio

Rio is an English Setter utilized for covering ground efficiently and locating birds in varying terrain. He works at a moderate to extended range depending on conditions and is trained to establish firm points and maintain position until approached. Rio is regularly used on hunts that require thorough coverage of larger areas.

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