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by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sat Sep 21, 2013 12:39 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Dove Season
Replies: 69
Views: 26709

Re: Dove Season

I took my 12 year old granddaughter out dove hunting on the 2nd to the 4th as my bird dog retrieving my doves. On the 5th, after practicing with my grandsons 870 (he's now stationed on the USS Eisenhower Carrier out of Norfolk) she went hunting with me again. On her first bird, she brought the gun u...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 29, 2013 5:06 pm
Forum: Tributes to the Departed
Topic: Diesel's tribute
Replies: 6
Views: 7424

Re: Diesel's tribute

Heartbreaking. So sorry to hear about Diesel. Please pass along thanks to your grandson for his service. God Bless. My grandson is now serving his country as an Airman on board the USS Eisenhower (CVN 69) deployed to the North Arabian Sea, providing combat support missions to the troops on the grou...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Mar 28, 2013 4:14 pm
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: Are you an NRA member?
Replies: 122
Views: 100428

Re: Are you an NRA member?

A retired army bird colonel I know has been buying his anti-gun, left-wing sister an
NRA membership for years. Trying to convert her or to piss her off, who knows.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Oct 02, 2012 5:48 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: So now How do I train Flush on command to my Britt
Replies: 37
Views: 10354

Re: So now How do I train Flush on command to my Britt

Here it is After my first post about those runnning grouse in Hunting board Hi there, I mostly hunt Ruffed grouse and Woodcocks .. But the problem is the ruffed grouse. I'll try to make it short, The problem isn't really the dog cause he point them and is really able to pin them down. The problem i...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Sep 24, 2012 7:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: PIGEON-TALK FORUM
Replies: 4
Views: 1597

Re: PIGEON-TALK FORUM

V-John wrote:They are very anti-hunting however. I post there, and get lots of good information, but.... Some crazy folks on there.
Didn't know that. Found them looking at dog sites actually and loft building ideas. It's always good to know friend from foe. Thanks.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sun Sep 23, 2012 10:08 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: PIGEON-TALK FORUM
Replies: 4
Views: 1597

PIGEON-TALK FORUM

FOR JUST ABOUT ANYTHING RELATED TO PIGEONS, LOFTS, ETC., CHECK OUT THE PIGEON-TALK FORUM. GOOD STUFF.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Sep 05, 2012 9:30 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Dove opener..
Replies: 15
Views: 5364

Re: Dove opener..

The first time ever dove hunting it rained all day but we all limited out. Love dove.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Aug 30, 2012 2:45 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: recomended brands of a johnny house or plans
Replies: 2
Views: 1050

recomended brands of a johnny house or plans

Any recommendations for johnny house brands or know of plans for building one by DIY?
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Aug 30, 2012 2:09 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: In your opinion, are trials a true gauge of...
Replies: 78
Views: 17409

Re: In your opinion, are trials a true gauge of...

Field trials are a great gauge of a caliber of a sire or dam. Yep, always going to get a pup from a wild bird field trial line. But that is only the beginning. I want a dog that can hunt all day without quitting, a bird finder with commitment to every task put before them, smarts, and run that won'...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Aug 27, 2012 3:49 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Dogs barking at night in kennel
Replies: 2
Views: 1101

Re: Dogs barking at night in kennel

Yes they did. The only problem I had was the switch wasn't by my recliner and glass of cold beer.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sun Aug 26, 2012 12:08 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Dogs barking at night in kennel
Replies: 2
Views: 1101

Dogs barking at night in kennel

I fixed a problem with dogs barking at night in the kennel, even with deer eating apples 20 ft. from them. I had a spotlight on the kennel operated by a switch inside the house. I started using e-collars at night on each dog. I would give them a low intensity hit at the same time throwing the switch...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Aug 24, 2012 2:52 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates
Replies: 9
Views: 3784

Re: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates

Not sure of the date but this site ( http://www.ehow.com/info_7960675_salary-range-dog-training.html ) states... The median annual salary for animal trainers was $26,930 or $12.95 per hour. The 25th percentile earned $19,710 per year or $9.48 per hour. The 75th percentile earned $37,540 or $18.05 p...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Aug 24, 2012 2:39 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates
Replies: 9
Views: 3784

Re: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates

Are quarters, vehicle and fuel included? Presently quarters are not included, but that may change by years end. I would be temporarily living off site. There are several large atv 4 wheelers on site and several 4 & 6 dog trailers with gun racks built in under the lids. I would be paying for my own ...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Aug 24, 2012 11:25 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates
Replies: 9
Views: 3784

Re: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates

ITons of work, but to me it would be a dream job. Agreed, now if I could get my wife to support me I would come down with her, and help you. I like your web design work... I would recommend you to the owner in a heartbeat. Let me know if I can help. Would love to do what I can for you. If you get y...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Aug 24, 2012 9:26 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates
Replies: 9
Views: 3784

Re: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates

I would not be responsible for land maintenance, bush hogging, etc. Their is a crew for that. Just dogs would be my responsibility and dog related issues. Tons of work, but to me it would be a dream job. By the way I like your web design work and have admired it in the past. I would recommend you to...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Aug 24, 2012 9:08 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates
Replies: 9
Views: 3784

Kennel Manager,trainer,breeder rates

Do any of our forum members have a feel for what would be an average salary for managing a 30 run kennel for English Pointers, GSP's and Labs. This is on a southern farm/plantation and includes being in charge of a breeding program, guide on quail hunts, running a training program for pups through f...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sat Jul 28, 2012 6:54 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Generostee Creek Kennels, Starr, SC
Replies: 0
Views: 1031

Generostee Creek Kennels, Starr, SC

Is anyone out there familiar with this kennel and it's operation? They are English Pointer breeders and trainers as I understand.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue May 29, 2012 12:34 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: VFW SD Pheasant Hunt
Replies: 4
Views: 1873

VFW SD Pheasant Hunt

VFW Post 3179 in Faulkton, SD is sponsoring a pheasant hunt for seriously wounded veterans. Services are free or at-cost. VFW's Military Assistance Program covers airfare, as well as hunting licenses. The dates for the hunt are Nov.4-10. To qualify, a veteran must have enough upper body strength to ...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon May 28, 2012 4:41 pm
Forum: Tributes to the Departed
Topic: Diesel's tribute
Replies: 6
Views: 7424

Diesel's tribute

DSC03562.JPG Today, Memorial Day, 2012 we lost our grandson's Llewellin Setter. He was 18 months old and showed great promise. I was caring for him as my grandson is leaving for the U.S. Navy soon. He wants to be a SEAL. I was giving the dogs fresh water when he ran across the street and was killed...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon May 07, 2012 3:59 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Diamond Pet Foods Recall
Replies: 59
Views: 19816

Re: Diamond Pet Foods Recall

Fox News on May 5th had an article on the recall and Salmonela. It caused 14 humans to be sick in 9 states, no dogs. Wash hands after handling dog food might help. The plant in Columbia, S.C. make several brands at the same plant.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Apr 27, 2012 6:24 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Classical Quotes of Old Birddoggers:
Replies: 8
Views: 3062

Classical Quotes of Old Birddoggers:

Our Dogs are equal, but mine are more equal than yours... My dog is an out cross, yours is a mongrel... My dog is scent marking, your dog is pissing... My dog has an independent search but your dog runs out of control... My dog will hunt close, your dog is underfoot... My dog is bold, your dog is a ...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Apr 24, 2012 11:45 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Introducing the Gun
Replies: 14
Views: 4824

Re: Introducing the Gun

In my opinion it all starts with genetics, sound training principles, conditioning, and good nutrition. Build confidence with birds, use lock-winged pigeons, then hobbled pigeons to build bird drive in your pup. I also condition a pup to noise as a young pup, be it by something as simple as banging ...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Apr 18, 2012 6:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: springer rage
Replies: 23
Views: 11736

Re: springer rage

I believe I still have that Gun Dog issue about Springer rage from the 90's. It was especially found in show bred Springers but can be found in any dog, but is rare. For a Q & A on this subject go to site below.


http://www.vetinfo.com/daggressp.html
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Apr 06, 2012 12:15 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Indispensable skills
Replies: 23
Views: 9764

Re: Indispensable skills

Possum,

Those are known locally as *hi% tickets.

Tom
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Apr 05, 2012 4:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Quill Removal
Replies: 6
Views: 1996

Re: Quill Removal

Thanks folks.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Apr 05, 2012 12:00 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Indispensable skills
Replies: 23
Views: 9764

Re: Indispensable skills

Try to hunt with a buddy if possible. Even if with a buddy, act as if you are alone, mentally noting landmarks, stream flow, rock outcroppings, etc. I carry a pin on compass on the inside of my vest and a military style compass in a vest pocket. I personally never use a gps. Compasses don't need cha...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Apr 04, 2012 9:53 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Quill Removal
Replies: 6
Views: 1996

Quill Removal

Like to hear some tips on quill removal. I've heard that since quills are hollow they tend to collapse when cut in half, tending to help in their removal and also if twisted counterclockwise when removing they remove easier. Any other comments or suggestions other than avoiding porkies altogether. A...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:11 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: My New Llewellin Pup...
Replies: 13
Views: 3601

Re: My New Llewellin Pup...

Great looking pup. Post some pics when he's fully ticked out. Should be even better if that's possible. Suggestion: let him drag around a check cord of varying lengths for about a year. Enjoy.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 30, 2012 9:57 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Favorite print?
Replies: 29
Views: 12417

Re: Favorite print?

DSC04008.jpg DSC04007.jpg DSC04006-1.jpg John Ruthven, a local to SW Ohio and an avid grouse hunter from Georgetown, OH. A contributor to RGS in SW OH. He has some duck stamps to his credit and is a great guy. Had breakfast many times with him before grouse hunts. Hayden Lambson, and Zoellick, Jami...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Mar 29, 2012 6:30 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Shooting Sports
Replies: 0
Views: 1463

Shooting Sports

Check out this on-line magazine:
http://sportingshot.com

You can become a member and they will notify you of new issues of mag.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Mar 28, 2012 7:29 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Morales
Replies: 26
Views: 11430

Re: Morales

So I am hunkered down, leaning against a tree in my finest camo. Been calling this huge Tom in for over an hour. He's getting closer, gobbling like all get out. Just about ready to take a shot. Aw crap. Two guys walk within ten feet of me with their morel buckets in hand. Scared them when I stood up...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Mar 27, 2012 4:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Tales of Quails and Such
Replies: 11
Views: 4451

Re: Tales of Quails and Such

Look for these: Game Birds of North America by Leonard Lee Rue III New England Grouse Shooting by William Harnden Foster (must read) The Wildlife Series-Ruffed Grouse by Sally Atwater (must read) American RoughShooting by Edward K. Roggenkamp, III Pheasant Hunting by John Hightower (1946) Drummer in...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:00 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Deer Feeders
Replies: 8
Views: 4264

Re: Deer Feeders

One of the reasons for my question about deer feeders in "grouse woods" is on another forum and I believe one on this forum complains of all the deer feeders attracting other critters that harm grouse reproduction. I mainly hunt grouse in Ohio (since mid 70's), occasionally in PA where my wife is fr...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 23, 2012 7:42 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP's escaping
Replies: 23
Views: 10336

Re: GSP's escaping

We have 6 GSP's, 1 Vizsla and a 4' fence. One of the GSP's is a climber, it doesn't matter how tall the fence is he'll try to climb it. He was the first to climb out of the whelping box, only one out of the puppy pen and only one to go over the fence. Never had problems with the others going over a...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 23, 2012 6:27 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP's escaping
Replies: 23
Views: 10336

Re: GSP's escaping

I had a male Brittany in a 6 ft. high kennel that never tried to escape unless I took one of the females hunting. I would be loading up the female into the dog box, and there would be the male jumping up on the tailgate. After this happened several times, I watched him as the dogs were loaded. He wo...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 23, 2012 6:01 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Favorite Flea&Tick?
Replies: 12
Views: 3784

Re: Favorite Flea&Tick?

I have used Avon Skin-so-soft since the 90's. Use the scented kind. Shampoo and wash your dog using any type shampoo you prefer. Dry the dog off. Use a pump spray bottle (windex bottle) half SSS, half water, shake and spray. Spray on dog and rub it in hair and onto skin. Apply once a week making sur...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Thu Mar 22, 2012 5:45 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Deer Feeders
Replies: 8
Views: 4264

Deer Feeders

How many of you have ever seen a deer feeder setup in a Grouse woods, either on public, NF, or private lands? Bet not too many.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Mar 21, 2012 8:32 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Has anyone done this?
Replies: 18
Views: 7096

Re: Has anyone done this?

A site that has some pretty good ideas for want you are wanting to due:

http://www.gundoghousedoor.com/articles ... design.htm

It has videos, tips, installation aids, etc.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Mar 21, 2012 8:27 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Can a dog bleed to death from a cut ear ?
Replies: 22
Views: 11247

Re: Can a dog bleed to death from a cut ear ?

Carry a woman's nylon stocking in your game vest. Cut the toe out and slip it over the dog's muzzle and past the eyes. This will immobilize the ear and puts mild pressure on the cut, which should help stop the bleeding and throwing blood everywhere. Carry stiptic or super glue doesn't hurt either. T...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Mar 20, 2012 8:33 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Virginia Woodcock Hunters
Replies: 5
Views: 3972

Re: Virginia Woodcock Hunters

FYI from page 16 of Virginia Hunting laws: For Training Dogs on Military Bases contact the appropriate base. Fort AP Hill= 1804-633-8244 Fort Belvoir= 1 703-805-3688 Ft. Pickett= 1 434-292-2618 Quantico = 1 703-784-5523 The training of dogs on live wild animals is considered hunting and is unlawful ...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Mar 19, 2012 2:15 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Drones against hunters
Replies: 9
Views: 4541

Re: Drones against hunters

Bob Barker has donated a million to stop pigeon shoots in PA at Bensalem.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Mar 19, 2012 1:22 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Drones against hunters
Replies: 9
Views: 4541

Drones against hunters

Okay. So the Peta & SHARK folks showed up at a South Carolina Pigeon Shoot with their latest and greatest device, a camera mounted on a remote control chopper used as a drone. Boy did they moan when the good old boys shot it out of the air like a high house six less than a minute into the flight. :m...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Sun Mar 18, 2012 9:57 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Half wit terms we use
Replies: 32
Views: 9058

Re: Half wit terms we use

Black Grouse= Crows

Out there in the out there= Where many grouse hunters would rather not hunt. Kind of like Trekmoor's living in the back of the beyond but this would be hunting in the back of the beyond.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Fri Mar 16, 2012 3:08 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Zoli Shotguns
Replies: 6
Views: 3002

Re: Zoli Shotguns

I bought a Zoli 20 sxs 25 years ago. I only had it for a month when someone broke into my house and stole it and another grouse gun. About 15 years ago, I found out who that someone was through a friend. The guy is in the Ohio State Pen for another series of robberies. What goes around, comes around.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Wed Mar 14, 2012 12:55 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: pup not using her nose
Replies: 14
Views: 5166

Re: pup not using her nose

Sniperjon, You just got tons of really good advise here. My advice is hang in there, don't rush things. I had two Britt pups, same father, different mothers, born two weeks apart. The male would track, point and retrieve naturally at 6 months. The female was the complete opposite. She even stepped o...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Mar 13, 2012 6:41 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: A Little Wild Bird hunting with a Small Munsterlander
Replies: 76
Views: 31883

Re: A Little Wild Bird hunting with a Small Munsterlander

Interesting video of a small Munsterlander (moonsterlander) in training as a versatile hunter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H90AFZgQ9kE
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Tue Mar 13, 2012 5:15 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coturnix Japanese feral Quail
Replies: 29
Views: 8426

Re: Coturnix Japanese feral Quail

Coturnix came in to use years ago because they are supposed to give off more scent than a Bob White even though much smaller. They fly like the Wright Brother's first plane for sure. I'm not ragging on you Hooka, your just posting a theory., But, these always get me.........How can anyone make a cl...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Mar 12, 2012 8:45 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: PREDATOR CONTROL
Replies: 27
Views: 7218

Re: PREDATOR CONTROL

chukarmandoo wrote:Sorry my friend but that is a full blown Coopers hawk. And also sorry to say it will be back!
My bad. You are correct.
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Mar 12, 2012 6:59 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: PREDATOR CONTROL
Replies: 27
Views: 7218

Re: PREDATOR CONTROL

Most definitely a sharp-shinned hawk. Coopers have a whiter chest with vertical tiger stripes. I travel about 5 miles to the main highway and will daily see about 5-6 hawks depending which route I take. Hawks are supposed to be the #1 predator of grouse and quail in Ohio followed the rat snake. I ha...
by Hookadooka BirdDogs
Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:51 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coturnix Japanese feral Quail
Replies: 29
Views: 8426

Re: Coturnix Japanese feral Quail

Coturnix came in to use years ago because they are supposed to give off more scent than a Bob White even though much smaller. They fly like the Wright Brother's first plane for sure.