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Step 1
Determine the game that will be hunted. Birdshot is a common type of foul-hunting shotgun ammo. These shells typically hold a larger amount of pellets to produce a wider area field of dispersion over greater distances.
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Step 2
Decide what type of shotgun will be used. Shotguns come in various gauges such as 12 and 20-gauges. This number indicates the size of the ammo and barrel size for that weapon.
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Step 3
Narrow down what type of choke will be used on the shotgun. A choke is a device that constricts the shotgun barrel, allowing the fired ammo to pass through the device and form particular shot patterns. This is useful when hunting multiple types of game at varying distances.
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Step 4
Choose shotgun ammo for target practice or clay pigeon shooting. The ammo used for this sport is typically a small birdshot or rabbit shot. A number seven or eight shot is preferred for this type of skeet shooting.
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Step 5
Look into using specialty loads of ammo for the shotgun if hunting larger game, such as deer or wild boar. To take these animals with a shotgun, use slug type ammo.
