gundogs

[/ˈɡʌndɔɡz/]
nounpl: gundogs
cães de caça
1. Dogs bred and trained to locate, flush out, or retrieve game birds and animals during hunting
The hunter brought his gundogs to the field for the pheasant hunt.
O caçador trouxe seus cães de caça para o campo na caçada de faisão.
2. Sporting dogs belonging to specific breeds developed for hunting purposes, such as retrievers, spaniels, and pointers
Gundogs require extensive training and socialization from an early age.
Os cães de caça requerem treinamento extensivo e socialização desde jovens.
Gundogs are deeply rooted in British and American hunting traditions, particularly in rural and sporting communities. In Brazil, the term is less common in everyday speech but is used among hunters, dog enthusiasts, and those familiar with international dog breed classifications. The breeds are valued for their intelligence, obedience, and natural hunting instincts, and are often featured in dog shows and sporting events worldwide.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sporting dogshunting dogsbird dogsretrieversgun dogs
Antonyms / Antônimos
lap dogscompanion dogstoy dogs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
cães de caça
Most common translation; literally 'hunting dogs'
General Brazilian Portuguese
cães esportivos
Alternative term meaning 'sporting dogs', used in breed club contexts
Portugal
cães de caça
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard terminology
Technical/Breed Standard
cães de trabalho para caça
More formal term used in official dog breed standards and kennel clubs

Related Words

retrieversspanielspointerssettershuntinggamefowling

Related Idioms & Phrases

gun shy - afraid to hunt or face challenges
point of a gun - under threat or coercion
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