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by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Feb 16, 2017 7:56 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: TX Snakes during Moderate Temps
Replies: 3
Views: 3163

Re: TX Snakes during Moderate Temps

I've had several friends go and no one has had any issues at all or seen any. That's not to say they're not there, but we haven't seen them.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Jan 02, 2017 9:04 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Matador WMA this week?
Replies: 4
Views: 3505

Re: Matador WMA this week?

You and 500 other hunters. Talked to the biologist out there last week, over 600 hunters, and 7500 birds shot off that place. That's absurd......
by CowboyBirdDogs
Fri Mar 25, 2016 10:50 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon
Replies: 17
Views: 8504

Re: RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon

Thank you. I really appreciate it.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Mar 24, 2016 6:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon
Replies: 17
Views: 8504

Re: RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon

Thank y'all for your condolences. It's a tragic, heartbreaking, horrific thing. He was so young, full of nothing but potential. Susanna Love said it right, he was hard charging and hard headed, just like we like em. He was like our kid (we have none, yet), slept between my wife and I every night wit...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Mar 21, 2016 9:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New brittany
Replies: 4
Views: 2679

Re: New brittany

My impression is that you have a very well bred Brittany. Microdot (HOF), NLB ( will be HOF if not already), Tejas Iron Mike, and Evil Roy are all very nice bloodlines. Where did you get your pup from?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Mar 21, 2016 2:00 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon
Replies: 17
Views: 8504

RIP Merle, Gone Too Soon

RIP puppy boy. You were loved, you were a lot of fun and laughs, there's no doubt in my mind you were well on your way to becoming a phenomenal bird dog. In the short time we had you, you became apart of our family forever. Life just got a lot more dull, you were taken far too soon. We will miss you...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Feb 15, 2016 6:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Okla trainer
Replies: 4
Views: 2427

Re: Okla trainer

Ronnie Smith Kennels is one of the best. They're in Big Cabin Oklahoma
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: HELP! My 9 week old Brittany is so full of energy!
Replies: 17
Views: 9733

Re: HELP! My 9 week old Brittany is so full of energy!

Sorry. I read this post and literally busted out laughing. It's 9 weeks and you're worried about too much energy and biting?! Haha my Brittany pup is now 16 weeks old today, so 4 months, and if you think they're crazy at 9 weeks....buddy just wait. You haven't even seen what all heck those little th...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Dec 09, 2015 9:23 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Critiquing The Delmar Smith Method
Replies: 95
Views: 46810

Re: Critiquing The Delmar Smith Method

ezzy333 wrote:It would take you about a week to train your GSP if that is what you want.

You think I could whoa train an 8 year old dog?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Dec 09, 2015 10:55 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Critiquing The Delmar Smith Method
Replies: 95
Views: 46810

Re: Critiquing The Delmar Smith Method

As someone who just bought a Brittany pup from Ronnie Smith about 2 months ago, and plan on attending his foundation seminar in April. I found this thread fascinating. Great read. I am first time, newbie trainer. I have a 8 yr old shorthair that I was very blessed was pretty much a natural on everyt...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Feb 03, 2015 10:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone here hunt in Oklahoma?
Replies: 16
Views: 8831

Re: Anyone here hunt in Oklahoma?

I'm thinking about making the drive up there next weekend to Black Kettle. Anybody have a report for me on bird numbers in the area or any advice on general? Thanks in advance.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sun Dec 01, 2013 9:07 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: New Mexico Quail
Replies: 3
Views: 1925

Re: New Mexico Quail

Thanks for the help! How is the population looking this year? I'd be happy with 3-4 coveys a day. How much further would I have to go to be able to find mearns?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sun Dec 01, 2013 7:45 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: South Dakota Recap
Replies: 12
Views: 6149

Re: South Dakota Recap

The first pic of the bird on a green tub is a male prairie chicken. I didn't know their feathers went that far down either but I guess they do.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sat Nov 30, 2013 12:03 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: South Dakota Recap
Replies: 12
Views: 6149

Re: South Dakota Recap

by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Nov 28, 2013 10:03 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: New Mexico Quail
Replies: 3
Views: 1925

New Mexico Quail

I'm looking into doing a public land New Mexico quail hunt for blue quail. I'd love to get into some mearns or gambels given the opportunity. Anybody know where to go or have any suggestions at all? I'm looking at the Carlsbad area.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Nov 27, 2013 1:10 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: South Dakota Recap
Replies: 12
Views: 6149

South Dakota Recap

Well me and Jimmy (Spanky) left for South Dakota November 9th and hunted the 10th-14th. I got to his house at about 5am and we loaded the Ridin Birdy Rig down with our 5 dogs and gear and headed north. We stopped south of Dodge City to let the dogs run a field, stopped at Montana Mikes so Jimmy coul...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sat Mar 09, 2013 1:27 pm
Forum: Tributes to the Departed
Topic: RIP Tucker
Replies: 8
Views: 8709

Re: RIP Tucker

Thank you all for the kind words. It's hard. This first season without him is going to be weird. He's in a better place. I'll hunt over his point again one day.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Fri Mar 08, 2013 10:49 am
Forum: Tributes to the Departed
Topic: RIP Tucker
Replies: 8
Views: 8709

RIP Tucker

It's been a very tough week. Monday evening my dogs got out of our fence and my 3yr old male shorthair, Tucker, got hit by a car and was killed. He passed away way too young. He was always full of energy and putting a smile on everybody's face, so much personality. I've learned a lot through this pr...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Dec 11, 2012 1:07 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Thanks Kansas
Replies: 2
Views: 1542

Re: Thanks Kansas

Sounds like a good time.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Dec 11, 2012 1:05 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: OK Ducks, pheasants, and quail
Replies: 15
Views: 5312

Re: OK Ducks, pheasants, and quail

Awesome pics Andy!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Fri Nov 02, 2012 7:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Celebrities who hunt
Replies: 77
Views: 22013

Re: Celebrities who hunt

I'll vote for Blake and Miranda!! He's hilarious and she's super hot.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:15 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The "H" word
Replies: 14
Views: 4831

Re: The "H" word

That boy has some hops!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Nov 01, 2012 10:12 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: She starting to raise her head up high!!
Replies: 13
Views: 3580

Re: She starting to raise her head up high!!

Great lookin pups!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Oct 30, 2012 10:45 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: First Time SoDak Trip
Replies: 6
Views: 2078

Re: First Time SoDak Trip

Do you think that maybe since SoDak usually has an outrageous number of birds that they're judged on a higher standard than all other states and considering any other state that have a ton of birds and are just down on SoDak standards? If that makes sense lol
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Oct 30, 2012 10:29 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: First Time SoDak Trip
Replies: 6
Views: 2078

First Time SoDak Trip

Well it looks like due to Kansas being in not so great of shape, me and a couple buddies will instead head to Pierre, South Dakota. None of us have ever been to South Dakota so if anyone has any advice about the area, state, bird numbers, or any sort of tip at all please don't hesitate. If you don't...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 29, 2012 8:36 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Opening Day Texas Panhandle Quail Hunt
Replies: 2
Views: 1252

Re: Opening Day Texas Panhandle Quail Hunt

I've heard some things out of South Texas that are ok. What areas have you heard good things about?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 29, 2012 4:19 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Montana, bird work Videos
Replies: 8
Views: 2666

Re: Montana, bird work Videos

Hey SetterNut, you ready for opening day in KS?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sun Oct 28, 2012 6:43 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: South Dakota pheasant hunting 2012
Replies: 9
Views: 4685

Re: South Dakota pheasant hunting 2012

Great post and pics. Looks like your pup is figuring things out quick!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Oct 24, 2012 6:29 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Wingshooting USA
Replies: 2
Views: 1019

Wingshooting USA

I don't know how many of you guys watch this show but usually it's pretty decent and they hunt some cool places. But I wil never understand why they do pen raised hunts on any tv show. They had one called "The Thicker The Better" and it was by far the worst episode they've ever done. Sloppy, sloppy ...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Oct 23, 2012 4:45 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Moving to Topeka Kansas
Replies: 4
Views: 1666

Re: Moving to Topeka Kansas

Man those 2 just made you feel all warm and fuzzy inside about movin there huh?! :D My sister inlaw is KU's ace softball pitcher so I've been to Lawrence a few times and in the surrounding area. I thought Manhattan was ok, if you didn't mind the commute. Also moving west puts you closer to pheasant ...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Oct 23, 2012 6:40 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Gettin mean, HELP
Replies: 22
Views: 7735

Re: Gettin mean, HELP

Sounds like Silky is trying to let the pup know that no matter how much bigger than her it gets, she's still the boss. If your shorthair doesn't show any aggression to other, bigger dogs, then I don't think the problem is with it. And ol Silky may just bite off more than she can chew and learn who t...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 22, 2012 10:52 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Let the fun begin!
Replies: 5
Views: 1804

Re: Let the fun begin!

Looks like mom is enjoying some relaxation after dealing with the pups for a while. Good job. I think you're right to assume she's a good pheasant dog. 4 roosters over 4 points ain't easy.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 22, 2012 10:48 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Nstra First Time Out
Replies: 8
Views: 3870

Re: Nstra First Time Out

Congrats! Keep up the good work!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 22, 2012 10:45 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Aggression
Replies: 42
Views: 8492

Re: Aggression

You also need to realize that this kind of behavior WILL affect your pup and it's temperament. And not in a good way. You definitely don't want 2 dogs with temperament problems. Just a thought.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Mon Oct 22, 2012 7:50 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Aggression
Replies: 42
Views: 8492

Re: Aggression

Man that's tough. I have a male shorthair that doesn't like any other males, period. But he loves all puppies and would just lay down and take a whipping from any female out there. If the trainer isnt able to help your dog, you may have hit a dead end. As mentioned above, I wouldn't take him to anot...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Thu Oct 04, 2012 7:20 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New Puppy an updated pic
Replies: 40
Views: 10458

Re: New Puppy

Nice pup! Bet you'll have him in top shape at some trials in no time!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Oct 03, 2012 12:28 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Hells Canyon Cast & Blast
Replies: 4
Views: 2171

Re: Hells Canyon Cast & Blast

I just watched the Flush the other night and it was in heck's Canyon, looks brutally fun! :D post lots of pics!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Oct 03, 2012 11:57 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New NSTRA Website
Replies: 0
Views: 724

New NSTRA Website

Our Lone Star region has put a new website together lstnstra.com

We also have a Facebook page now for anybody on Facebook just search NSTRA Lone Star Region, we post results and pics from each trial on there if anybody is curious about how certain dogs did. Thanks!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Sep 25, 2012 11:43 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Blue Success!
Replies: 10
Views: 4204

Re: Blue Success!

Looks like y'all hammered em!!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Sep 19, 2012 9:28 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Is it worth it this year?
Replies: 26
Views: 9189

Re: Is it worth it this year?

I went last year and saw 70-100 birds a day. Should've had about 5 more in the bag than I did. My fault not the dogs. Shoulda woulda coulda. :?
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:31 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Is it worth it this year?
Replies: 26
Views: 9189

Re: Is it worth it this year?

It's always worth it. One bird in the bag is better than 100 planted birds. I'm headed to Kansas for a 5 day hunt, I plan on puttin a lot of miles on the truck and boots, and hunting hard from sun up to sun down.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Sep 18, 2012 9:20 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Now That's a Trial Dog
Replies: 5
Views: 1925

Re: Now That's a Trial Dog

Thats awesome! Seems like some pretty thick stuff to hunt.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Tue Sep 18, 2012 12:24 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Quail Article
Replies: 2
Views: 1921

Quail Article

http://www.star-telegram.com/2012/09/17 ... breed.html

Some of these stats are mind blowing.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sat Sep 15, 2012 9:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Should I trial my hunting dog? updated
Replies: 26
Views: 7933

Re: Should I trial my hunting dog?

Your dog sounds like she'd make a great NSTRA dog. Check out your local region. The only thing I like better than NSTRA competitions are NSTRA people. I'm still pretty new in it and have really enjoyed it do far. Can't wait for our first trial in a couple of weeks.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sat Sep 15, 2012 9:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The first needle to the vein......
Replies: 14
Views: 3535

Re: The first needle to the vein......

Good luck to you and the pup. Let us know how it goes!
by CowboyBirdDogs
Sat Sep 15, 2012 9:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coon Dog Paralysis - update
Replies: 22
Views: 9415

Re: Coon Dog Paralysis

I've never even heard of that!! Sounds horrible. Thoughts and prayers with your pup. That's a tough pill to swallow right as the season begins. Hope she's a trooper and makes a full recovery ASAP.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Fri Aug 31, 2012 7:23 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Caution, very emotional
Replies: 24
Views: 8381

Re: Caution, very emotional

First time I ever read this poem the picture was of a hunter out on the prairie with his new pup and the older dog (that passed away) was sitting by the man's side where his arm was, looked like he was petting him. THAT got to me.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Fri Aug 31, 2012 7:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Dog aggression
Replies: 23
Views: 5161

Re: Dog aggression

I'm having this EXACT problem with my 3.5 year old male shorthair. He's absolutely fine around females and older, fixed males. But bring another intact male around and he goes nuts. He'll stand there and growl and bow up even if the other male doesn't give him the slightest attention. As long as the...
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Aug 22, 2012 11:21 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Youngest bird dogger?
Replies: 23
Views: 9827

Re: Youngest bird dogger?

I went on my first bird hunt when I was 8. Nobody in myfamily bird hunts or has bird dogs at all. I had "my" first bird dog at 9, and then I got my real first dog 5 years ago when I was a senior in HS.
by CowboyBirdDogs
Wed Aug 22, 2012 11:18 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Youngest bird dogger?
Replies: 23
Views: 9827

Re: Youngest bird dogger?

That is a cool story! When I was 11 my dad brought home a dog he found in an abadnoned room during a welfare check. I woke up to him licking me in the face. He was shy, skiddish and abused. I checked out every book from the school library I could find on dogs and dog training and had him trained aft...