What advice does Xenophon give about hunting in Cynegeticus?

In his work Cynegeticus ("On Hunting"), the Greek historian Xenophon provides technical guidance on the practice of hunting, specifically focusing on hunting hare on foot using dogs and nets.1

Beyond the technical aspects of the sport, Xenophon argues that hunting serves a higher purpose. He views the pursuit as a divinely ordained activity that fosters military, intellectual, and moral excellence—qualities he suggests are superior to those promoted by politicians or sophists. While the text centers on hare hunting, it also includes descriptions of hunting boar and stag, as well as mentions of larger game such as bears, which were typically taken using pitfalls or by mounted horsemen.12