Perhaps you are thinking of another term related to bird dogs? Some possibilities:
* Pointing breeds: This is a broader category that includes bird dogs. These dogs are known for their ability to "point" at birds, freezing and indicating their location for hunters.
* Sporting dogs: This is an even broader category that includes pointing breeds, retrievers, and other dogs used for hunting and field work.
* Gundogs: This term is often used interchangeably with sporting dogs, especially in the UK.
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