LOCATIONS

BODIES OF WATER

• Dogfish can be found in the North East waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

• They are typically found in inshore waters, near the shore and in estuaries, but also can be found in offshore waters.

  
  

STRUCTURE/HABITAT

• Dogfish are typically found in sandy and muddy bottoms, often around natural structures such as underwater canyons, shipwrecks and artificial reefs.

• They are also known to congregate around man-made structures such as jetties, piers, and buoys. Typically found in waters less than 100 feet deep.

  
  

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PATTERNS

SPRING

•  Migrating North.

SUMMER

• During the summer, Dogfish can be caught in the North East of the US waters as they are abundant in inshore waters.

FALL

• Dogfish can be caught in the North East of the US waters as they migrate southwards. Winter:

WINTER

• .Bite may slow down but they are still around.

Bait

• Cut fish, Squid, clams.

Techniques

Bottom Fishing

• How: Dogfish will take almost any kind of bait, but mackerel, herring, and squid are some of the most effective. Use a bottom rig or a fishfinder rig with a long leader to help keep the bait off the bottom.

• Gear: Rods: 7-8 ft medium-heavy spinning rods. Reels: Spinning reels with line capacity of 250-300 yds of 20-30 lb test. Hooks: 5/0-7/0 circle hooks. Rigs: Bottom or fishfinder rigs with sinkers ranging from 2-6 oz.