Frequent Questions
Will the Range Dog work for FITA Tournaments?
The Range Dog is large enough to hold an 80cm target so it will not work for 90 and 70 meters where a 122cm face
is needed. It will however work for the 2 shorter distances. We would also like to point out that it is the perfect
size for a field course. All the field targets fit on it and it is perfect because it is not excessively big so taking it
through the course to set up is easy.
How long does a target last?
This is a difficult question to answer exactly but we have seen some of our targets lasting between 10,000 - 30,000
shots. Our bigger targets such as the Range Dog and the K9 last even longer. The thing that makes our targets
different is that even when they wear out all you need to do is install a new face and they are basically brand new
again. The inside of our targets basically lasts forever so as long as you keep the face in good shape it might last
you forever!
Can I shoot broadheads at the Bulldog targets?
The archery targets that we currently offer are not meant for broadheads. We will be releasing a broadhead model
in the future. Our entire current line up is just for field points.
My target has a spot on it that the arrow almost goes all the way through but the rest is fine. Why
is this?
Because of the nature of our targets this can from time to time happen. It simply happens because there is a
certain spot that has been hit a lot or has a small void. It is really easy to fix. Lay the target down on its face and
stand up on top of it. Step up and down and in various spots on the target and this will redistribute the inside,
correcting the problem.
Can I leave my target out in the rain?
Your Bulldog target can withstand the rain no problem. The main issue with leaving it outside for extended periods
of time is actually not the rain, it is the sun. The sun will dry out the face and also fade the target circles on the
target. It's perfectly fine to leave it out for a few days here and there but if you are done after hunting season we
would recommend storing it inside for the off season.
Can I shoot Crossbows going 300fps+ at the Bulldog targets?
Absolutely! All of our targets will stop crossbows.... However we Highly recommend our 12" thick series. This
would included the DogHouse XP and the Doghouse FF and the DoubleDog FF for crossbows. These three will last
much longer for crossbow use.
(Thank you to Johnny for submitting this question)
Is there anything I can do to extend the life of my target?
Yes there is - shoot sharp points! By this we mean if you have a field point on your arrow that is blunt, or dull, or
has hit something hard and has a jagged edge, put a new point on it. The design of our targets is such that when
an arrow enters it slips between the weave of the target and really hardly damages the face. When you pull the
arrow out the fibers heal back up behind it. However if you have a badly damaged point, or a dull bullet point it
wears out the fibers a lot quicker.
What is the best way to pin a paper target to the FF (Flat Face Series)
We have found the best method for pinning targets to your DogHouse FF, DoubleDog FF, RangeDog, and K9 Targets
are with a long nail with a plastic washer. Golf Tee's tend to be a bit hard to push in. There are a few target pins on
the market that work well. For example: