dogs present while hunting

can we have a non-hunting dog with us while hunting elk?
Answer: 
Yes, as long as the dog is not participating in the hunt by tracking or worrying elk.  A companion dog is perfectly ok.   Blood Trailing Dogs. The use of one (1) blood-trailing dog controlled by leash during lawful hunting hours and within seventy-two (72) hours of hitting a big game animal is allowed to track animals and aid in recovery. A Hound Hunting Permit is not required.
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Monday, December 1, 2014 - 12:34 PM MST