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[ ] Yes the analogy fits the crime so to speak. My original thought that i had prior to Mr. P 's eloquent analogy I don't take credit for it. It was said to me by the undesputed most succesful Spaniel handler in the World ,when a dog done exactly the same thing ;) Yes, a tip of the hat and Many kudo...

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Hey everyone, this is a great thread! I'm picking up my first pup on Saturday. He's a 4 month old springer. I'll be picking him up at the national in Maryland. I've never been to a feild trial before and can't wait to see how it's run and how the top dogs work. I'm sure I'll have a bunch of questio...

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Hey guys just came in from training so thought I would throw this out. One of the things that has always blown me away since Jake was young was his scenting ability. He can be running at mach 3 and if he catches wind of bird or dummy it's like he ran into a wall and he zeroes in on it. That being s...

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Justa reminder for those of you living in East The English Springer Spaniel National Championships will begin Cambridge, Maryland Starting on Sunday, Dec 8. If you wondered how spaniels compete or would like to see the best springers on the continent the battle for the NFC title will begin Sunday De...

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Placements and The Winner CM #28 Piper with Lloyd Jacobs CM #40 Kai with Steve Beyers CM #112 Treva with Bob Montler Guns Award #112 Treva with Bob Montler 4th #107 Dante with Jess Sekey 3rd #10 Sparky with Bob Montler 2th #99 Belle with John Hall 1st #42 NAFC Marshal with Connor Wharton!!!! Younges...

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Moving ahead too far too fast is rarely a formula for success.

EvanG[/quote]

Evan taught me this, and I use it every day I train and read dogs.
"is the dog overwhelmed or underwhelmed by the work" adjust accordingly
Can the dog challenge the test or does the test challenge the dog!

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Haven't read the canadian rules but will later. If your dog hunts and finds birds and retrieves them back to you, you can usually pass the AKC Junior test fairly easily. I have had pups pass the Junior test at 1 yr of age. There are some things that can go wrong due to being a young dog but for the...

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Great Springer cover for the 50th running of the NAC in SE Ohio

https://nationalessfieldtrials.shutterfly.com/111

Great cover and great birds will sort out great dogs in a hurry! The dogs that make it through will earn their way!

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Spaniel happenings November 19, ESS National Amateur Championships 120 dogs entered

http://www.essft.com/2013nac/homeA.html

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I worked big shoots over the years and hardly ever thought there was a need for it. On occasion during rough shoots would run me Setter with a spaniel along for the retrieves or flush the occasional bird that was nested in a spot where the guns could not flush it out. Or run/hunt1 spaniel, with a a...

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Very Nice! An iconic photo of the sporting life! A scene not usually witnessed in this country, for sure! HS Probably not gundogguy' ! But I'm sure there are many that can at least do 'Two at a Time' ? ;) I worked big shoots over the years and hardly ever thought there was a need for it. On occasio...

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I think the ''Spaniel Spot'' for these two is spot on! And the Retrievers have got it right too! I was using a 20 bore for the first time , and although the bird is not in the shot, It was shot! :wink: http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr325/robertj1/DSCF0056.jpg Very Nice! An iconic photo of the ...

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CDN_Cocker wrote:Jake on a 30 min sit/stay. Not a problem for a pup with his drive! Only wish he would sit still this long in his day to day life hahahaha

Very Good Cass!, Why would you put a dog on a 30 min sit/stay!

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Just amazing how fast time flies by a year ago when I started Zeta's first yard work- out training session http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5ipwymPm5o Now a year later Just amazing what can be accomplished http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLEVf3QmNqs so glad I kept these clips what a nice little spaniel.

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As you can see already the e-net forum is not a place to get precise specific answers or instruction. with all the new "ice" that you seem to be breaking you really should seek out qualified instruction in your locale. Did you acquire the dog from the breeder? Start there for information on who coul...

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Well, the Missouri Hunting Spaniel Club hosted an AKC English Springer Spaniel field trial this weekend at Brushy Creek Farm ( http://www.birdhuntmissouri.com). The weather was great and the dogs put on a show. I was fortunate to get to run Josie in the Puppy Stake. She stayed steady to flush, shot...

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Sharon wrote:Very nice video. What does that name mean in English ?

Her name is Quesadillas Quaesa Dei is her call name...Her Sire's name was Taco and her dam's name was Hot Tamale She is a hot spicy running little dog so the name fits.

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Gundogguy, When I first started working the dogs at a Euro Shoot, I would tally the retrieves for the day. However, I soon started focusing on the cool retrieves. The one or two retrieves that stretches a dog out a distance or a double mark, or back in the timber across a creek.... you know what I ...

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But there are several other benefits to these shoots than getting retrieve work. Like watching a bird fly over head and 6 shots going off and the birds still fly's away. No bird, and the dog needs to turn and focus on the next opportunity. A dog gets loose from another station and comes poach a bir...

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Had a great time yesterday working a European Shoot. We had a great group of dogs on the course today. Breeds represented were : German Shorthair, Dratthaar, Lab, Braque Francais, and English Springer Spaniels. Same here last weekend great autumn weather a nice way to proof steadiness. working on b...

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Michigan winter wonderland! train regardless..
Mostly we do it because we have 9 months of winter and 3 months of tough sledding!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dp2Af1GGVNc
It will be the same this year except it will be with different dogs and people!

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Sharon wrote:Very nice video. What does that name mean in English ?

Could you be more specific? What vid? What name?

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Got a question about gun proofing. I've already been through gun introduction with my 11 month old lab. It went very well actually. I followed the program to the letter. Started out tossing the birds and simply clapping my hands, then moved on to a .22, then .410, then 12GA. Being an amateur, and a...

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FirearmFan wrote:Here is Loki on his 1st live bird. He is becoming bird crazy.

ah yes the lowly pigeon may lead to big things. Good you and your pup!

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I should also add I have not stopped training - we still do obedience drills daily and are working on FTP and 3 handed casting. Does that make more sense?[/quote] You really should think about HRC Tests. if you are doing that work with your cocker. There are have been some Springer's that have titl...

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your breeder may do it but have to realize he's also got the wherewithal after these many years to know what training works for him MG - I'm just basically keeping him under control and making sure to always enforce commands. After December I plan on of course polishing the basics again and really ...

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I got a good question for the Spot... How do you train your dog to be steady to flush? I have been hunting my pup a fair amount this fall to get him lots of bird contacts. And I have been making him sit when he flushes but to do this I always have to blow the stop whistle when he has a flush . Will...

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1st series of the NCC is in the books 72 dogs started 62 back in the 2nd. Typical October weather for N Dakota cool windy a little snow. as I understand it Paul French had some paper work problems, so an ESPN crew is doing the work and French will do the editing and video production. 2nd series wil...

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1st series of the NCC is in the books 72 dogs started 62 back in the 2nd. Typical October weather for N Dakota cool windy a little snow. as I understand it Paul French had some paper work problems, so an ESPN crew is doing the work and French will do the editing and video production. 2nd series wil...

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1st series of the NCC is in the books 72 dogs started 62 back in the 2nd. Typical October weather for N Dakota cool windy a little snow. as I understand it Paul French had some paper work problems, so an ESPN crew is doing the work and French will do the editing and video production. 2nd series will...

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I need help with my Britt pup jumping up at everyone. He jumps up an digs on u or he jumps up an I guess there play bites in your hands. Its really bad on my gf an her 3 year old son. He jumps up on her an tries to play bite her hands or jumps an pushes off of her, if she don't pay attention to him...

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The Fieldie in question is a double conformation show champion " GCH CH CT Killara's Here Comes The Sun VCD2 GN RE MH MX MXB MXJ XF" ... I have really posture hard with Karen to go Canadian and run in trials where the breed is accepted. GDG, pretty sure I haven't the proper appreciation for all tho...

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I might be wrong but I believe the Grand Champion title is from the show ring not the HRC program. Therefore, the first Field Spaniel with a Grand Championship from the Show ring that has also earned a Master Hunter Title. Tim, I think you're right on, I got carried away with the word "Grand" in th...

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Here is an atta girl and you go girl for Karen Bilinsky and her Field Spaniel Mye Tai. Finishing the requirements for Master Hunter title. Tai Karen's 2 Master dog, Paige being the first and mother of Tai. Tai also became the first Master Hunter Grand champion Fieldie in North America. Good job Kar...

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Here is an atta girl and you go girl for Karen Bilinsky and her Field Spaniel Mye Tai. Finishing the requirements for Master Hunter title. Tai Karen's 2 Master dog, Paige being the first and mother of Tai. Tai also became the first Master Hunter Grand champion Fieldie in North America. Good job Kare...

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My only contention is the same geometry of the game comes into play on a quartering pattern, (Please look down on me kindly, ED W :lol: ) MG Well lets take a look at that contention. Mty contention Quartering is not geometric. Quartering is only important to the degree your dog does not quarter. Co...

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Steady is only needed for tight sitting rabbits which might be encountered on occasion but will not be the norm. If it is a tight sitting rabbit and the dog gives full chase, then just don't shoot. It is that easy. Most rabbits situations that I have encountered are moving ahead of the dog or aroun...

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crackerd wrote: s . (Please look down on me kindly, ED W )

MG

Ed W is looking down kindly, that why are paths have crossed!

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Don't think you want to be a wise*ss - there are retriever programs to follow,yes, there aren't spaniel programs unless you tell us otherwise. Perfect has nothing to do with them, perseverance and following sequentially does. MG Now Now Crackerd There is NO perfect spaniel program and I will begin ...

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They'll make you think they're the most well-behaved and easy to train dogs in the world until they get to their second season of hunting. At that point they will decide they now know more than you do and have no need for your intervention in their hunting pursuits. Just wait, it'll happen :) Jake ...

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E-collars of yesteryear not so much! E-collars of today an amazing tool in the tool box! Study of it's application essential. A good foundation in pressure and release, and how to let the dog have a way out is a must! Helps your dog to become successful! disclaimer I have attended An Evan Graham Ret...

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Link to running order for 2013 NCC Begins next week in North Dakota.
72 dogs listed in the order

http://fieldcockers.com/ncc2013/documen ... _Order.pdf

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So...the springer out today suddenly for the first time Stands over Game! Normally mister reliable of two years decides he requires a recall on a perfectly found and picked up bird ,then freezes? looking at me? What's that all about? Done it twice more during the day with different game. Any ideas?...

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I do live on the west coast, butfar north, In Anchorage AK. Any suggestions or recommendations for trainers would be greatly appreciated. This coming summer, trainer with my local bird dog club s have offered an invite to their training group starts back up in spring and one of the things they ment...

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I did spank her a couple of times during a working session of fetching her bumper in the pond when she wouldn't go after it. I'm sure it was the wrong thing to do and this is the only thing I can think of that may be causing this. Could a traumatized event like this turn her off? Just like the othe...

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Glad to see a place for spaniels. I always appreciate any help or advice I can get, but occasionally just because it helps a pointer doesnt mean it is right for a spaniel. I have a two year old female cocker who I finally started doing work with this past April,and it was suggested by my mentors th...

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Paul French productions are 1st rate. View many and even own one. after viewing the UK Cocker Championships from last January 2013,
it will be interesting to draw the comparisons and differences between The USA and UK Championship dog work. Within the same year!

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Gundogguy, I am going to make a guess and say your first name must be Hal. I don't know too many dogs named Zeta and have seen pictures of one on Facebook from a trainer. If I am guessing correctly, the National Champion import dog was Briar. I had a male out of Briar and a friend purchased a femal...

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Remember why a lot of spaniels do the "hard flush" so many of you lads desire. They do the hard flush with the intention of pegging the bird if it does not quickly take to wing. Every one of my 3 cockers do hard flushes ....because every one of them would peg birds if given half a chance. British t...

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Here is a pic of my youngest dog, Josie. This past weekend she got her first Master Pass towards her AKC Spaniel Hunt Test Master Title. She is 17 mths old. She is going to be a small girl for a springer and currently weighs in at 33 lbs. One day I would like to try a cocker but for now, this is as...

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