Bird dogs are a type of hunting dog that is trained to locate and flush out game birds such as quail, grouse, and pheasant. The term 'bird dog' can also refer to a person who assists in the search for something, such as a job or an investment opportunity. In this crossword puzzle, the solutions for the term 'bird dogs' are 'SETTERS' (7 letters) and 'seeks' (5 letters). SETTERS are a type of bird dog that are trained to locate game birds and then stand still, or 'SET, ' until the hunter arrives. Seeks are a type of bird dog that are trained to actively search for game birds and flush them out into the open.