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Dogging Properties
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Note: If you are hunting with dogs, you also need to be a member of APDHA or an approved dog hunting club to hunt on our properties. No exceptions.
Pig Dogging in Australia
In some parts of Australia, including Queensland and New South Wales, pig dogging is still a legal commercial and recreational activity. In fact, the Government of Australia has launched the ‘Be a responsible pig dogger’ programme to ensure that the activity is done in an ethical manner. It aims to promote awareness regarding the responsibilities that a pig dogger has.
The main objective of using dogs to hunt for pigs is not to cause a fight between the dog and the pig, but to prevent the pig from escaping or moving. This way, the hunter is able to kill the pig in a humane way and as quickly as possible. Also, the dogs used in the activity are trained where it comes to holding an animal – they use only minimum force. In other words, these dogs are considered to be ‘non-violent’ and ‘non-aggressive’ and will not pose a threat to other animals or humans.
In addition, although the hunters are allowed to use dogs to locate pigs, they are not allowed to use the dog to attack the pig in any way. They should only be used to tire out the pigs and then hold them until the hunter arrives and dispatches them.
Pig Dogging Safety
As a pig dogger, it is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the hunting is done safely. Consequently, they need to have permission, regardless of whether they are hunting on private or public land. For hunting on private land, the owner’s permission is sufficient, but for hunting on public land, a restricted game hunting license is required. Pig doggers should also ensure they don’t violate any animal cruelty or hunting regulations.
Pig Dogs must be Fully Trained
When it comes to pig dogging in Australia, owners should ensure their dogs are to be fully trained before they enter the hunting ground. Pig hunting dogs are not to chase after stock or wildlife. Practicing good hygiene is also essential, to reduce possible risks brought about by pigs that may be carriers of various diseases, which can be transferred to dogs or humans.
Ethical Pig Dogging
During hunting, pigs should be quickly dispatched and should not be subjected to any unnecessary pain. This is a legal requirement for pig dogging. Failure to follow pig dogging regulations in Australia is subject to heavy penalties. This may be the seizure of their hunting dog/s, hunting equipment and even their vehicle.
Transgressors may also be asked to pay expensive fees on the spot, together with substantial fines, depending on the court’s decision. A hunting licence (if held) could either be suspended or cancelled.
Overall, Pig Dogging, when done the right way is an effective hunting method in the control of Feral Pigs. Inland Hunting Properties advocates the highest level of Hunting Ethicacy at all times and will accept nothing less.
For more information, please visit the Australian Pig Doggers and Hunters Association Website for more details to protect yourself, your dogs, and this unique hunting style.
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Australian Deer Hunting Properties
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Deer Hunting in Australia
The Australian continent is home to many animals, including deer. There are six species of deer that are able to be sports hunted. These are fallow deer, red deer, sambar, chital, hog deer and rusa. Although deer have inhabited Australia for many years, the hunting of them needs to be regulated otherwise their numbers will decline.
The pastime of hunting in many civilisations has traditionally been for sport and for food. That tradition continues today, where is it acceptable to hunt animals that are not endangered. To avoid any species, including deer, to die out it is necessary for safeguards to be put in place. For this reason, to be able to hunt in Australia, you will need to obtain the relevant licences or permits, and observe the local rules and regulations.
While there is slightly more freedom when hunting on private land, where state land is involved, law enforcement and licensing are generally regulated a lot more strictly.
Deer Hunting Season
According to the Sporting Shooters’ Association of Australia (SSAA), hunting in Australia is regulated separately by each state and territory government. This has lead to a variety of different regulations and laws as well as different fees, charges and licence requirements.
As a general principle, however, there are certain times of the year when you may not hunt deer. This is to allow them to breed and for their populations to multiply. You can consult a hunting service company for more information.
New South Wales allows the hunting of some deer during open season and the hunting of all other deer on private land and Crown land at any time throughout the year. The Northern Territory allows the hunting of feral animals on private land with the landowner’s permission, with a valid firearms licence. Sambar, rusa and chital deer are considered feral.
In Queensland all pest species may be hunted at any time of the year with the landowner’s permission and a weapons licence is required too. Species considered pests include red, chital, fallow and rusa deer. South Australia allows hunting of all introduced species at any time of the year – this includes all deer.
A game licence is required to hunt in Tasmania, including all deer. Victoria allows the hunting of many game species, including hog, red, sambar and fallow deer. And in Western Australia, only feral species may be hunted. Deer are not considered feral.
Hunting Regulations
There are regulations in Australia that hunters are required to observe. This is to regulate and manage the deer populations and also enforce safety.
Below are the applicable regulations.
When hunting deer – even with the relevant licence for the authority – you must observe the following:
- No hi-tech devices, such as artificial lights and electronic devices.
- No Baits.
- No motorised transport, such as cars.
- You must only hunt deer during the daytime.
- No Drones.
- Dogs with scent tracking skills are not allowed
- It is not permitted to use a dog to chase deer for hunting.
Basically, it comes down to a fair hunt and hunting this majestic creature will bring the best of your abilities.
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Australian Goat Hunting Properties
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Goat Hunting in Australia
Looking to have an exciting and amazing goat hunting holiday in Australia? Of course you are! then you need to plan well ahead of time. Part of your goat hunting recon is making a thorough plan and to fully research of all the equipment and the things you need to do to make your next trip a successful hunt.
Equipment
When shooting goats, the selection of the right firearm and choosing the correct cartridge is essential. As an ethical hunter, you must be mindful that the cartridge you choose is powerful enough for a quick and clean single kill shot. The .22-250 Remington is the minimum suggested rifle cartridge for hunting feral goats at a range of around 100m. With experience, you will develop your own preference. It is always better to be overpowered or over-gunned than of an inadequate caliber cartridge.
Bows are also a popular consideration when you want to go goat hunting in Australia. The bows differ in weight and you really need to take your time to understand and choose the best bow weight that will give you comfort and safety while ensuring a single quick kill placement while hunting goats.
Apart from the correct choice of bow, arrow selection is also essential. It needs to complement the bow that it will use. If you will choose a compound bow, the best arrow that complements this bow is a carbon arrow.
Where to go for the Best Goat Hunting?
When you are looking to hunt goats, the best stalking spots are best suited to dry places. Goats are not suited to the wet soil since they may get foot rot. You can also search for those goats in places where low rainfall and good drainage can be expected.
Places like the scrub plains in Queensland, western plains, and tablelands of New South Wales, along with South Australia hilly country are among those places wherein you could find a lot of good goats to hunt. Despite the fact that goats tend to prefer dry places, you will not usually find them in the desert regions of Australia. Click here to browse our Goat Hunting Properties
Best Time to Hunt
The perfect time to hunt for goats in Australia is during their breeding season, which is usually in the month of April. In this time, the males will challenge each other in terms of the supremacy in breeding. As the saying goes, this is the time for the silly season.
The Stalk
Once you’ve spotted a goat, you need to stalk it by moving slowly - hiding to some degree if possible in any bush cover you may find. A breeze can sometimes help hide the noise that comes from your feet and movement. Your hunting approach will have to be slow and will have to be at the lowest position to give you a low profile.
Your adrenaline will be up and pumping – so resist the temptation to make a rushed shot. Always remember when stalking feral goats, a perfect distance for you to have a good and perfect shot is under 100m.
What Kind of Goats to Shoot?
The big and old billies of the goat breed are considered an excellent trophy for goat hunting in Australia. But, they are not really that good for eating purposes. Young billy goats are perfect for your campfire pot. Even better still, the best goats to shoot for eating are the young nannies that are up to three years old.
Goats are not to be indiscriminately shot and just left. Take only what you need and can eat. You're a hunter, not a shooter. Not only are they worth a lot of money to property owners, but this leaves them for future sustainable hunting to be enjoyed for everyone.
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These are just some of the things you need to consider when you want to experience an amazing and exciting goat hunt. If you want to know more about goat hunting in Australia, or if you have something to add to this article – send through your information and contact Kerrie here.
When you’re ready to book and go goat hunting, get in touch with Inland Hunting Properties on (02) 6559 9888.
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