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Buckets for bird dogs?

Mar 02, 2008
We all know that a dog must be staunch on point in order to be considered a finished gun dog. The dog that refuses to hold his birds for the gun has ruined many a hunt. The question is how to attain a high level of steadiness on game while at the same time maintaining the dog's style and intensity. ... Read More

The Stages of Puppy Development

Apr 24, 2007
There are five distinct stages of development in a dog's life. Understanding these phases is important to building a confident, well rounded hunting companion. The stages are as follows:1.) pack socialization (0 – 7 weeks)2.) human socialization (7 – 12 weeks)3.) fear period (~8 – 12 weeks)4.) inde... Read More

Teaching The Heel Command

Mar 08, 2007
The first thing you want to do before letting your dog walk off leash is to have him walk with you on the leash. Many dogs walk well on the leash as long as you are moving in the direction he wants to go, but he'll fight or pull or tug if you defy their will and move away from their intended tar... Read More

Smart Retrieving Basics - Part 4

Jan 31, 2007
How to Teach your Pup to Hold Start by taking short walks with you new puppy. As he grows, he will enjoy these walks and automatically pick up things in his mouth and happily bring them to you. When he is older, a walk with other dogs is good for socialization, but for this exercise, it's just yo... Read More

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Jan 12, 2007
Dogs are like people. If you are kind and loving to them they will return the favor. If you are stern and harsh they will either become mean or cowering. If they are ignored they usually develop a mind of their own in defense of their isolation. When training a sporting dog, or even a couch potato,... Read More

Smart Retrieving Basics - Part 3

Dec 18, 2006
How to Teach your Pup to Hold. Start by taking short walks with your new puppy. As he grows, he will enjoy these walks and automatically pick up things in his mouth and happily bring them to you. When he is older, a walk with other dogs is good for socialization, but for this exercise, it's just... Read More