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I’m very sorry to hear this, take comfort in the fact you provide the best life for her, and that all dogs go to heaven
Leadhead

Has anyone has experience with a large head bump at the back center of scull on a German short hair pup (23 weeks old). Some times known as a smart bump. Any info would help.
Thanks Leadhead

The only handicap with the 28 or 410 is the shooter not the gun or gage. If you are serious about a 28 then take the time and monies and by a quality shotgun, that is built on the proper frame and not one that is 28 or 410 barrels on a 20 gage frame (receiver). Remember that there is no almost in sm...

I raised Pigeons for years for training; first give them some nesting material (straw, cut tall grass). Pigeons do quite well laying in a box with a 1 inch lip on the front entrance to keep them from roll the eggs out. I have used old plastic milk crates turned on this side, open facing out and stac...

I would caution all of you walking fields with a dog out of season and it may not matter if it’s you place or not. Check your state hunting laws before doing so. Some states have designated dog training areas that can be used out of hunting season to train with what birds may be there or released by...

Rule Number 1: Never give commands that you dog has not mastered or understands
Rule Number 2: Nerve never forget rule number 1

I’m a senior 65+ an east coast bird hunter, mainly hunting the Delmarva peninsula, I have been training pointing dogs, flushers and retrievers for the field for over 35 years. I have had some outstanding bird dogs if I do say so myself during my time and some not so good. I have dealt with all kinds...