# DUX SERIES: Purina Pro Plan & the Hunting Dog: Performance, Science & DU Partnership (Ep 786)

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Podcast: [Ducks Unlimited Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ducks-unlimited-podcast-862625)
Published: 2026-06-30T10:00:00+00:00
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JOIN US AT THE 2026 DUCKS UNLIMITED EXPO! July 31 - August 2 at the RENASANT CONVENTION CENTER in Memphis, TN Behind every great hunt is a great dog — and behind that dog is the right nutrition. In this episode of the DUX Series , host Jimbo Robinson and co‑host David Schuessler sit down with Karl Gunzer of Purina Pro Plan , the presenting sponsor of the DUX Waterfowl Show and a long‑time partner of Ducks Unlimited. The conversation highlights the role of high-performance dog nutrition in hunting success and why Purina has invested so heavily in the waterfowl community. Karl shares how Pro Plan approaches dog food through science, research, and performance — and how that differs from trends driven purely by marketing. They also discuss how nutrition impacts everything from stamina and recovery to long-term health, and why feeding a premium diet can make a measurable difference in working dogs. Beyond performance, the episode explores Purina’s broader commitment to conservation, including support for habitat work and sustainability initiatives that directly benefit waterfowl and hunters. The discussion also looks ahead to DUX, where Purina’s interactive presence has become a centerpiece of the show — bringing dog owners closer to the science, training, and real-world experience that define a great hunting companion. At its core, this episode is about the connection between hunters, dogs, and conservation — and the role nutrition plays in keeping that tradition strong. Listen now : www.ducks.org/DUPodcast Send feedback : DUPodcast@ducks.org SPONSORS : Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks Unlimited Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservat…

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