Gun Dog It Yourself

The common saying is the only thing you can get two dog trainers to agree on is that the third trainer doesn't know what they're doing. There are some topics or subjects in the dog world that all people just aren't going to agree on. That shouldn't keep people from having open and honest conversations about them though. After Jeremy Moore (Dogbone Hunter) listened to the recent episode 172 I did with Bob Owens (Loneduck Outfitters), he reached out with some concerns and thoughts that warranted further discussion. Both trainers agreed to come on and try to lead by example by putting their cards on the table and openly discuss Force Fetch and E-collars for everyone to hear in hopes that it provides some value overall to other people that may be conflicted on some of the same topics! -What is "Trainer Fights" intro -What is Force Fetch? -"Learning to learn" -Formalizing the retrieve with hold conditioning and building off obedience -Hold conditioning -What if a dog drops an object AFTER hold conditioning? -Avoid creating bad habits in the first place -Is it the same number of reps whether its spaced out over 16 months as opposed to speeding it up in a 4 month program? -How influencers influence the average DIY trainer at home -We create these issues that we are fixing via Force Fetch later down the road -"Just a hunting dog" -Hunting vs. testing scenarios -How to handle a "no go" -Consequences vs. Incentives -"Electricity" vs "Stimulation" -The "right tool" means absolutely nothing in the "wrong hands" -"The score doesnt matter at the end of the first quarter!" -You dont have to do MORE. Just do less but better. -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're like me, you're always looking for a new and fun challenge to take on with your dogs to try and extend the hunting season. One of the first people I met in the dog world, Brandon Tarquinio, invited me up to Kentucky to check out the UFTA's (United Field Trial Association) National trials. I had a blast and will definitely be participating at some events down the road! First impressions of meeting Nick the greenhorn! What is the UFTA? Trials vs Tests vs Games The different divisions within UFTA Running orders and setups How to qualify for the Nationals The layout of an actual run The point structure Efficiency is the name of the game! How to prepare for the game Steadiness requirements Handler strategy and rules Real hunting vs the game and how the dogs handle both The cost of running a trial The prize pool and money! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bird Dog Society and GDIY have partnered to bring a monthly bonus episode that will update everyone on any announcements, news, and events for the organization! The Bird Dog Society: Create and enhance resources for the physical and mental well-being of bird dogs and facilitate a more rewarding experience for bird dog owners. Pheasant Fest recap First webinar on 3/16 with Mark Olcott for Field 1st Aid State ambassadors needed Shed hunt on 3/25 near Durham, NC (Limited Slots) Intro to Hunting workshop on 9/30 in Hoffman, NC Remaining board member slots (Accounting experience needed!) The "Accidental Bird Dog" podcast! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are talking about Truffle Dogs with Alana McGee of Truffle Dog Co. today! How does someone fall into truffle dogs? So many similarities to bird dogs and truffle dogs What is a truffle? Finding truffles and the habitat Truffle PIGS? The type of dogs hunting truffles? Training the scent work and targeting the nose! Independence and cooperation Stewardship and the responsibilities of truffle hunting Do the dogs eat the truffles sometimes when they find them? Regulations and seasons for the hunting The cost and value of truffles Hunting etiquette Mix and match truffle and bird hunting -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener, Jake Faas, reached out and we got to talking when he mentioned something about "Mondio Ring." I had no idea what that was but it sounded fun and intriguing so we hit the record button and started going through it! What is Mondio Ring? What breeds typically participate? What is the purpose of it? Getting started and family living with a Belgian Malinois Training timeline and tips Free Shaping and Luring Heeling requirements Where does pressure fall into the training? Do mock tests and trials really help the dog in training to perform on the test? Mondio Ring into bird dogs! Independence vs dependency in Bird Dogs -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We recently got back from AZ and had the fortune of meeting and hunting with Spencer Daines of AZ Quail Adventures. Spencer joins me to get to know each other a bit better and talk about the opportunities and fun experiences these desert quail can provide! Mixed bag of dog breeds. The pros and cons of multiple breeds! Living in the house with 6 dogs Experience of guiding wild bird hunts Getting pointed in the right direction to start the trip! Scenting conditions and hunting "dead" in the desert Gambels are tough for dog noses! Putting the point back in pointers The influence that different bird species can have on dogs Shooting conditions for covey birds Distinct birds in the same area Sharing but protecting Mearns The dilemma of trying to conserve what you are trying to shoot AZ Quail Adventures Youtube video discussed in this episode: ARIZONA MEARNS QUAIL with Eric Forrester Desert Quail podcast discussed in this episode: Episode 122. Western Quail w/ Dominic Bachman -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NAME: Logan Cummins BREED: Deutsch Drahthaar (DD) and Belgian Malanois LOCATION: Winterset, IA TARGETS: Pheasants, Ducks FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 14. Myth Flushers & Upland Slam Series Eps. 152-154) GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Wiklund, the Public Relations Manager for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever checks in to go over some of the current things happening under the PF/QF banner! Snow roosting and winter conditions for the bird so far this winter The Avian Flu Who really is Jared Wiklund? Pointer vs Flusher? From PF to QF and how its structured Pheasant, Quail, and OTHER WILDLIFE The "specialist" vs "generalist" hunter "The landscape is the same as 30 years ago..." <-- No. It's not. Public lands and individual state mandates/funding The constant cycle of quail habitat management The "Firebird?" The Quail symposium at Pheasant Fest on Friday at 1:00pm "Fest23" and "NAVHDA23" promo codes for complimentary tickets to Pheasant Fest on February 17th through the 19th. -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: The Importance of Tailgate & Daily Checks) Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Del Whitman of DC Whitman Custom Gun Smithing joins me this week to discuss shotguns and why getting fitted is so important! Introduction to Del Hunting with a French Brittany and an English Cocker at the same time Setting up for the shot! Is the actual shotgun or is the ammo more important to start off when trying to improve? Is gun fitting necessary or advisable for everyone? What are the key elements of gun fitting? How often should someone be refitted? Is eye dominance natural or created? The entire fitting process for Del Can all guns be altered to fit the owner? Shooting styles and methods What is so important about "16yds" when patterning? Choking out the nuance to become a better shooter The "best" gun for a newbie hunter DC Whitman Custom Gun Smithing Instagram Meet Del at the Upland Gun Company Booth at Pheasant Fest (Booth 1419) -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Dog Power and Balance) Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bird Dog Society and GDIY have partnered to bring a monthly bonus episode that will update everyone on any announcements, news, and events for the organization! The Bird Dog Society: Create and enhance resources for the physical and mental well-being of bird dogs and facilitate a more rewarding experience for bird dog owners. Update on hunting season How did the BDS launch go? BDS Ambassador Program Upcoming Webinar Series The Shed "Hunt" on 3/25 at Buckner Farms Gamelands in NC Pheasant Fest (Booth #541) "Hunt w/ Your Bird Dog" event with NCWC New hunters getting started -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply "The perfect course for someone getting a new puppy!" DT Systems "Dog Tested. Dog Tough" North American Pudelpointer Society "More than just a breed club!" -- Other Partners: Eukanuba Ugly Dog Whiskey Bird Dog Society -- GDIY Links: Patreon (Extended Outro Subject: Thoughts on Puppy First "Hunts") Instagram Facebook Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices