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by shaneroyce
Wed Feb 07, 2018 2:54 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Dogtra Pathfinder
Replies: 28
Views: 31086

Re: Dogtra Pathfinder

I've used one all season after using Garmin Astro/Alpha products for several years. I'm sold on it. Very intuitive and lots of features that I use and not many that I don't. Regarding battery life on phone, I use an iPhone 6S Plus. I close all of my apps except the Dogtra app, turn off everything bu...
by shaneroyce
Tue Jul 05, 2016 3:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Please Delete...Thanks
Replies: 2
Views: 1623

Re: Need a ride for a dog from Provo, UT area to Boise, ID

She's actually in Spanish Fork, and I'm having a hard time getting her a ride from there to anywhere. I need her hauled in the next few days. I've got a ride for her from Ogden to here tomorrow morning if I can get her to Ogden from Spanish Fork tonight. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
by shaneroyce
Tue Jul 05, 2016 12:18 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Please Delete...Thanks
Replies: 2
Views: 1623

Please Delete...Thanks

Please Delete...Thanks
by shaneroyce
Sun Mar 01, 2015 9:57 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone going from Boise, Idaho area to SLC, Utah area?
Replies: 1
Views: 1139

Anyone going from Boise, Idaho area to SLC, Utah area?

I'm needing a dog hauled from the Boise, Idaho area down to the Ogden, Utah area. Is anyone headed that way soon? I will help with fuel.
Thanks,
Shane
by shaneroyce
Mon Jan 12, 2015 11:34 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Garmin Alpha?
Replies: 82
Views: 78916

Re: Garmin Alpha?

No lag time on my Alpha/TT15 combo...works great!
by shaneroyce
Sat Nov 15, 2014 3:23 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: garmin delta sport collar
Replies: 9
Views: 4738

Re: garmin delta sport collar

PM sent
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 27, 2014 2:26 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pinehill Kennels
Replies: 5
Views: 2765

Re: Pinehill Kennels

Sniff...I've owned one recently...don't have him anymore. Feel free to pm me if you'd like details about him and what my experience was. Thanks!
by shaneroyce
Wed Jun 05, 2013 6:37 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Pigeon's
Replies: 19
Views: 5946

Re: Pigeon's

cjuve wrote:It may not be useful to split them up but it is useful to be able to keep the door closed so that if it takes a couple days for the birds to return
I'm interested in what is meant by this statement...educate me please. Thanks!
by shaneroyce
Wed Jun 05, 2013 12:28 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Pigeon's
Replies: 19
Views: 5946

Re: Pigeon's

I've been feeding and watering 6 young homers that I bought in a rabbit hutch for about a week and a half. The hutch has a door that latches closed. I was thinking of putting in a bob, but would I be ok to just open the door and let them figure out how to get in and out by themselves? I could also p...
by shaneroyce
Fri May 24, 2013 4:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need a ride for a 5 yr old female GSP - Boise to SLC area
Replies: 0
Views: 671

Need a ride for a 5 yr old female GSP - Boise to SLC area

Looking for a ride. She travels well. PM me if you're going that way and are able. Thanks!
by shaneroyce
Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:56 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: How good is the Garmin Alpha as an ecollar?
Replies: 0
Views: 635

How good is the Garmin Alpha as an ecollar?

I'm curious to know how good an ecollar the Alpha is. From everything I've read, the gps function is great. I don't read much from actual users on the functionality of the ecollar. Is it comparable to Tri-Tronics Pro units, or is there some significant differences? I'm aware that the actual buttons ...
by shaneroyce
Thu Jan 03, 2013 2:35 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP Puppies?
Replies: 6
Views: 1963

Re: GSP Puppies?

reba wrote:shaneroyce,

PM sent.

Thank you
Reba,
Sent you one back with my contact info. I look forward to hearing from you!
Shane
by shaneroyce
Tue Jan 01, 2013 6:30 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP Puppies?
Replies: 6
Views: 1963

Re: GSP Puppies?

Shoot me a pm. I know of an excellent one that is available right now. Thanks.
by shaneroyce
Thu Oct 25, 2012 4:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Galvanized or Powder-Coated Kennels
Replies: 16
Views: 11779

Galvanized or Powder-Coated Kennels

For those with experience, and disregarding cost, which kennel would hold up better and last longer in all-weather conditions...standard galvanized chain link, or powder-coated 2X4 mesh? I am talking about pre-made kennels from reputable companies. Thanks in advance.
by shaneroyce
Mon Sep 03, 2012 10:41 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone Going From Cheyenne Area To/Through Boise, ID Area?
Replies: 1
Views: 855

Anyone Going From Cheyenne Area To/Through Boise, ID Area?

I may be looking for a ride for a pup from Cheyenne, Wyoming to the Boise, Idaho area. Anyone headed that way to or from the puppy derby or for any other reason that can haul one if needed? Thanks in advance.
by shaneroyce
Wed Aug 15, 2012 10:49 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone Going From SLC, UT Area To Boise, ID Area?
Replies: 0
Views: 712

Anyone Going From SLC, UT Area To Boise, ID Area?

I am in possible need of having 1 or 2 EP's hauled from Layton, Utah to Boise, Idaho in the next few days. Anyone headed along that route by chance, or do you know anyone that is? Thanks in advance. -Shane
by shaneroyce
Wed May 09, 2012 11:24 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Kirkland Opinions?
Replies: 7
Views: 2424

Kirkland Opinions?

Can anyone shed any light on their experience with Kirkland (Costco brand) dog foods for pointers? I know a few guys that feed it here that have some great dogs and they swear by it. Any thoughts on how it compares to some of the more "premium" dog foods? I used it for a month, but switched thinking...
by shaneroyce
Thu Apr 26, 2012 10:50 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Feed Once Or Twice Per Day And Why?
Replies: 31
Views: 12968

Feed Once Or Twice Per Day And Why?

I'd like to know what everyone is doing and why. I've done some research and talked to a few guys that I respect a great deal, and would like to hear what everyone is doing with their dogs and why. If you could give some insight as to what breed you have, and what you do with your dogs (ie. trial, h...
by shaneroyce
Thu Apr 26, 2012 10:45 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Diamond Extreme Athlete - Tell Me About It
Replies: 8
Views: 4128

Diamond Extreme Athlete - Tell Me About It

I'd like to hear everyone's thoughts on this food. I currently feed Kirkland (Costco Brand) to my 13 1/2 month old EP and have considered making the switch. He does well on the Costco food, but needs to eat quite a bit to keep weight on (he's running the chukar hills about 30 - 45 miles per week cur...
by shaneroyce
Wed Apr 04, 2012 10:00 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Re: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

DG...very nice looking dog! This is my 1st pointer pup, and I like him a lot. I have a buddy that always hunts shorthairs...I like them a lot too. I don't know that a guy could go wrong with either...most of the time! Where did you get your dog...is he one you bred? Also, when are you heading over m...
by shaneroyce
Wed Apr 04, 2012 7:56 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Re: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

There is a linebred red water rex litter on the ground in utah through a champion son of ch. Silver strike out of a grandaughter of silver strike. The sire is ch. Idaho's lucky strike. The dam is by his littermate ch. Idaho's clean sweep. The sire is producing stylish, banging wild bird dogs capabl...
by shaneroyce
Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:22 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Re: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

Shane, What is the lineage on your "Elhew" bred pup? IMO, It takes quite a dedicated breeder to create a line of dogs. Most aren't even recognized as such until it's in retrospect. pinehillkennels.com: Stagecoach Jack X Pinehill Elhew Cover Girl. Again, I'm new to the EP world, so maybe my pup is o...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 30, 2012 11:46 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?
Replies: 36
Views: 14043

Re: Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?

So, does a dog that does this do it all the time, most of the time, some of the time, or rarely. Or, is does it completely depend on the dog. Also, do most people view it as a positive or negative?
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 30, 2012 9:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Re: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

I'd also like to steer clear of lines that have a propensity for health issues, conformation flaws (underbites, etc.), and other issues. I realize all lines will have some of this, but also know some are more likely to exhibit them within a particular line. I'm aware of some proven lines/dogs in my ...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 30, 2012 9:33 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Re: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

Miller, Elhew, Guard Rail, Honky Tonk Attitude, Blackhawk - in no particular order. All depends on what you like for style, run, range, retrieve, etc...they are all available.[/quote] Definitely not trying to open a can of worms. Just looking to add a pup in the future, and want a good one. I foot h...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 30, 2012 9:14 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?
Replies: 130
Views: 39837

Most Famous EP Bloodlines Still Readily Available?

New to EP's, but have always heard of, and currently have, an Elhew bred pup. What are the 3-4 EP bloodlines that are available currently if I were looking to add another pup to the mix in the near future? I'm not talking so much about a regionally famous, current trend line, but a classic line that...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 30, 2012 9:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?
Replies: 36
Views: 14043

Re: Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?

Sounds like chances are good that a pup could inherit it if one of the parents does it (the extreme crank). They are probably just as good that they wouldn't if the other parent doesn't. Sounds like a role of the dice. Obviously, if both parents did it, the chances would be much greater.
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 29, 2012 11:34 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?
Replies: 36
Views: 14043

Is "Head Crank" Hereditary?

I am curious as to whether "head crank" is hereditary. If one of the parents does it, and the other does not, will the puppies have a genetic tendency to do it, or is it completely random?
by shaneroyce
Mon Mar 26, 2012 8:32 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?
Replies: 36
Views: 11284

Re: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?

bigdaddy wrote:He's only 12 months old and you want to make generalizations about him from one outing?
No. I'm just trying to learn from other's experiences and thoughts and gain as much info as possible. I learned a lot from the replies on this thread. Thank you all for your thoughts. They were helpful.
by shaneroyce
Mon Mar 26, 2012 9:54 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Best DVD/book for my situation?
Replies: 7
Views: 1406

Re: Best DVD/book for my situation?

Also, could you that reply please point me in the direction of where to locate and purchase the recommended book/DVD that you give? Thanks.
by shaneroyce
Mon Mar 26, 2012 8:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Best DVD/book for my situation?
Replies: 7
Views: 1406

Best DVD/book for my situation?

Some of you may be familiar with me and my do from a couple previous posts. I'm a brand new trainer, and he's an almost 13 month old EP that I've had for six weeks or so. He was started well last summer and into last fall by someone else, and then spent about s months running in a back yard when I g...
by shaneroyce
Sat Mar 24, 2012 10:21 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?
Replies: 36
Views: 11284

Re: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?

shaneroyce - Your youngster is just that...a youngster. Probably put it all out there and had nothing left. That is what a good dog does, especially when they are young. If the dog is thin...it ain't got nothin' to fall back on in the way of energy reserves. RayG He gave it all for an hour, and the...
by shaneroyce
Sat Mar 24, 2012 10:17 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?
Replies: 36
Views: 11284

Re: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?

You must be a young guy? I'm not and you wouldn't catch my dogs out in weather like that because you wouldn't catch me in it. If I had labs you wouldn't catch me in it. When I was a young guy I did get my Hannah, GSP, out in some weather like that, she was miserable! I took her in right away. Somet...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 23, 2012 3:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?
Replies: 36
Views: 11284

Re: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?

Your dog shut down to save its life, wet cold is bad.. Is the dog thin with little fat? Mo He is lean with very little fat. I have increased his diet, but he stays real lean. He has no problem going a couple hours, even in the cold. The wet seemed to be the difference today. When I say he shut down...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 23, 2012 2:30 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?
Replies: 36
Views: 11284

Would This Concern You (Lacks Heart Or Lacks Experience)?

I was out in the hills with my 12 month old EP this morning and it was snowing, WET, and fairly cold! I usually hit the hills for about 2 hour hikes and the dog has no issues and loves it. Today, he got soaked to the bone early and after about 1 hour, he was DONE. He wouldn't range far from me at al...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 16, 2012 11:27 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

So, should I be using the pinch collar attached to the cc all of the time now when doing obedience or close-in work? If he is running out in the hills or fields with me, do I take the pinch collar off and attach the cc to the flat collar? I can see some potential dangers with leaving the pinch colla...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 16, 2012 8:45 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

I use a 30' cc in the yard or in obedience training sessions. I don't use one in the field as he ranges well (200 - 400 yards). It would be useless at that distance. I rarely ask him to come when we're in the hills and he's off leash running/hunting as I have no way to enforce it. If I change direct...
by shaneroyce
Fri Mar 16, 2012 1:44 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

Regarding the term "reel him in", I have seen it used in both contexts on this forum. I am specifically talking about the command "come" and reeling him in with the cc when he doesn't obey. Also, I don't HAVE to drag him to me EVER. Sometimes he comes immediately when called, sometimes he needs coax...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 15, 2012 8:08 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

So, is there ever a time to "drag" (pull continually, quickly, and forcefully) a dog to you, or is it always a command with a tug and then a release as he moves toward you...repeat...repeat, until he gets to you? The latter seems to tell the dog (assuming he knows the command), "come, but take your ...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 15, 2012 6:23 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

So, if I am understanding correctly, the "tugs" are for young pups that are learning the command. The abrupt and fast pulling of a dog is used for those that know the command but are not complying. I think at 12 months and knowing the command, I have been being a little too light with this dog on th...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 15, 2012 2:59 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: For You Whistle Blowers!
Replies: 20
Views: 7190

For You Whistle Blowers!

I am training my 1st pointer and I would prefer to overlay commands with a whistle. What I would like to know is what the most common whistle commands are for pointers. I will continue to use the voice commands as well when the dog is in close or I don't have a whistle. I am a hunter, not a trialer ...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 15, 2012 2:44 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Re: Reel Him In???

To me "reel him in" refers to a dog hunting, trialing out on the edge (limb) and for whatever reason the handler feels he or she wants the dog closer, so they will call or sing to "reel him in". Kinda the opposite of "let him roll". JMO I've seen the term used in this context as well. I am speaking...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 15, 2012 1:14 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Reel Him In???
Replies: 21
Views: 5502

Reel Him In???

I read the term "reel him in" when it comes to teaching "come" or 'here" quite often on this forum. I would like to hear exactly what is meant by this term. I also read often, and agree, that the "come" command means get here NOW and FAST! My 12 month old EP (which I have had for about a month) is g...
by shaneroyce
Thu Mar 08, 2012 9:16 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?
Replies: 34
Views: 10565

Re: Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?

You should be asking why a launcher is good and what can you do with it that you can not do with wild birds or dizzied birds. Great question 4dabirds, so I'll ask it. It seems as though the majority of people on this forum and others use launchers. I'd love to hear some thoughts on this. Also, what...
by shaneroyce
Tue Mar 06, 2012 4:29 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?
Replies: 34
Views: 10565

Re: Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?

Do they make the training curve a lot easier for a rookie trainer (literally a rookie...first pointer that I'm training)? I'm just thinking that steadying him up on point would be much easier with a launcher or 2. I would love to do it without one though, I just don't find much info on how to get th...
by shaneroyce
Tue Mar 06, 2012 4:18 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Doves For Training???
Replies: 11
Views: 3140

Re: Doves For Training???

Thanks gotpointers! He is an Elhew bred pup. You can see his breeding and parents at pinehillkennels.com...Stagecoach Jack X Pinehill Elhew Cover Girl. He was started on pigeons and launchers last summer. His previous owner did not hunt him much last fall. He turned 12 months a couple of days ago. I...
by shaneroyce
Tue Mar 06, 2012 12:22 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Doves For Training???
Replies: 11
Views: 3140

Re: Doves For Training???

Thanks Sharon.
by shaneroyce
Tue Mar 06, 2012 11:56 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Doves For Training???
Replies: 11
Views: 3140

Re: Doves For Training???

Sharon, how do you get a good scent cone? Do you let them sit a little longer to get a better scent cone, or do you plant multiple birds together? Also, do you dizzy and flush them, or what have you found to be the best to get them to flush when you want them to with no launcher. Also, do you card t...
by shaneroyce
Tue Mar 06, 2012 10:51 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?
Replies: 34
Views: 10565

Who doesn't use bird launchers and why?

I'm just curious how many of you don't use bird launchers in your training program. I have a local trainer that has been training ES/EP pups for about 50 years, and he uses carded pigeons only for bird work...no launchers. He has 1 launcher that he uses when teaching a dog to honor point (rarely use...
by shaneroyce
Mon Mar 05, 2012 7:56 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Doves For Training???
Replies: 11
Views: 3140

Re: Doves For Training???

I can't find pigeons for free around here. I've got to pay $4 bucks a pop for ferals and $10 each for homers. I may have to start catching my own. I hear it's not to tough, but have never done it. A flashlight and a big net sound like the ticket!