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Tarhe52 I have an active 2 y/o GSP and was not able to keep weight on him as a young puppy.( He was checked for worms). Its only been the last 4 or 5 months that he has kept it on . I feed him a 30/20 quality dog food. He has calmed down a bit but still runs constantly when I let him off leash. Some...

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Thanks for the replies. I should also say that I have not had any behavioral problems with my dog he is affectionate and well behaved in and out of the house. My son continues to feed him but not doing the pick up put down thing. He has never nipped or snapped because I believe he knows his place. W...

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Thanks maybe I'm thinking its a bigger problem than it really is.

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Hello All. I have a 2 yo intact GSP that I raised from 8 weeks. Lately he has been growling at my 12 yo son if my son approaches him while he is eating.He hasn't curled his lip but definitely a low growl. I have scolded him, took his food away , crated him,had my son feed him but it hasn't stopped.I...

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I just got back from Maine with my 20 month GSP. It was our first grouse outing and we made contact with a few birds, they didn't hold well but we are both learning. The wind was strong and swirling so that didn't help either. The porcupines are plenty and we unfortunately made contact the first day...

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Moxie is a 20 month intact male GSP. Part of my problem is that the woods here are so thick that the dog can be 15 yards and not be visible. Maybe pet insurance is a good idea if he keeps up this $%!T. Thanks !!

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1st hunting dog 1st grouse season 1st day 1st porcupine..off to find local vet . To many quills for me to try to remove ,quite a few in roof of mouth, over $200 bill from vet. Dog was usual self 2nd day so we hunted until another porky(not same area) encounter a few hours in , not as bad as previous...

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Hi All. Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced remote launcher? I have not used one before and would like it to be simple to use and reliable. I will be launching chukar ,pigeon or quail . I rarely see any used ones for sale. Thanks in advance.

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Thunder try Merrimack valley NAVHDA or New England Seacoast NAVHDA. I have recently joined the seacoast chapter and have made a few connections to train with besides the regular club functions.I am also a member of the yankee chapter but joined NE Seacoast as it a little easier commute. I have not y...

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Thunder try Merrimack valley NAVHDA or New England Seacoast NAVHDA. I have recently joined the seacoast chapter and have made a few connections to train with besides the regular club functions.I am also a member of the yankee chapter but joined NE Seacoast as it a little easier commute. I have not y...

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Wasnt such a bad call ... we won

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kc bullets I think you are right on ! It is great in the yard but get out in the field add a distraction and some distance its just not enough. I had a chance to use it today and had little effect.I made sure it had a full charge and was on properly. May be I can sell it on ebay to someone who is ju...

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It is a garmin delta.I don't always see the deer(typical thick New England woods) but can usually tell by how he is running and barking.When he chased them on Thursday I saw them. The range varies but Thurs was less than 100 yards . I once hunted out of a deer camp in Vermont where the owner told us...

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Thanks to all for the advice. I always kept receiver on the throat not to the side so on our walk/run tomorrow I'll try it on the side. Porcupines are a concern to me as well because the area I hunt in Maine has plenty. I have never seen one here in Ma. but my furry little buddy has been sprayed by ...

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I should also say this is my first hunting dog. Thanks, gone hunting, you may be right because my buddy seems to think I don't put it on tight enough.When you say" roll him in his tracks" I assume you mean turn him around ? Polmaise I am unsure what your point is. I am looking for a little help or a...

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How have you dealt with your dog chasing deer ? Moxie is a male GSP almost a year old and loves to chase deer when we bump them which is atleast a couple times a week. Of course I never see them during hunting season. I do use an e collar but when he sees the deer it doesn't seem to have an effect e...

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I had the same problem so I tried zip tying a quail wing to the bumper. It worked for me !

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Hi All. My 6 m/o GSP pup is always hungry ! Even after finishing his meal he is always looking for food.He will eat crab shells, paper towels,toilet paper ,dirty diapers, you get the picture. This is our first pup . Is this a puppy thing ? . Should we try a different food ? I feed him Purina pro pla...

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Just like when my father would take all the kids for an icecream in the back of his pickup

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Hi all . I have a 16 week GSP. Everything has been going great but I noticed that the past two times in the truck he starts to drool excessively . He has never done this before. He has been for long rides (1 hr or more ) before and has not been bothered by it . The rides were relatively short 10-20 ...

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Why corn syrup ?

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I use it for all my gear while turkey hunting in Maine, after getting a form of Lyme (encrycliosis) 2 years ago and have had good luck . Follow the instructions with the formula you buy. Its cheap compared to getting sick !! I still use a deet product close to skin as well . Good luck, Minigooch

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Thanks all for the info.This is exactly why I joined this forum. I have a scheduled visit to the vet anyway, for the fecal check and general check up but its a few days after the 9 week mark so I think I'll wait . As far as the vaccine being shipped and kept cold that's not an Issue as I also have a...

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Yes and glad to be ! I have been for about 18 years and feel they are necessary in this political climate . I will tell you I am tired of their phone calls, e-mails, and regular mail asking for more donations.

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Do you do your own vaccine ? What would be the pros and cons of doing your own ? Anything I should be aware of ? I have a Tractor Supply close by that has what I need. Are there different grades or qualities ? I have an 8 week old pup and just about ready for his 9 week shot and considering doing it...

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Sundby I have a pup from Friedelshiem GSP and am very happy. He has another breeding happening now . In my recent search for a pup I learned that if you find a breeder or line you like you need to contact them early. Good luck.

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Cabin fever and passing the time till I pick up my pup ( 3/15 /2014) 6 days and counting

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link not working for me either

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I find it hard to believe no one else has read "The Art of Raising a Puppy" By The Monks of New Skete. Well at least no one is admitting to it. lol . asc its actually pretty good I think you'd be surprised . Anyone back me up ...... all I hear is crickets

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Asc that's the same reaction I had when someone gave me the book. lol That is until I read the book. Anyone else read it ?

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After reading your post I tried to find the book .Cheapest one was 83.00 on amazon. I've got 5 weeks to go before picking up GSP pup and have read a few books about training and raising pups . My tops are Delmar Smiths Best way train and How to raise a puppy By The Monks of New Skete. Id like to get...

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Why do you ask such a question ??? Is there anything else ?

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Ezzy not sure which article your refering to . Pro plan , pmi nutrition or neither ? Thanks all

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Thanks for all the input ! Sharon I was joking when I said that . See"lol" after quote. I have not got my pup yet 6 LONG weeks to go. I Think I am going to feed kibble . As far as table scraps anything to stay away from ? Pasta ? And what about some of the older meat in my freezer should I cook it ?

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I probably wouldn't feed raw but would more or less supplement kibble . Bounty do you cook the old meat from the back of the freezer ? Thats what I thought I would do. This poor dog my starve if I dont figure something out. lol I was almost afraid to ask a question about food after reading a couple ...

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Meant Homemade dog food

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Does any one make any of their own dog food ? I work in a meat processing plant and have alot of stuff available to me and wonder if I could make my own and what to use. Or subsidize whatever food I end up buying . Everything is USDA inspected and a very clean facility . I would have to buy it so it...

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Any particular reason you would not neuter a male if you were not going to breed ? Does the testosterone keep the male more active? When you say "set the tone early "I assume you mean a pecking order standpoint . As far as getting a dog to trust you I'm not sure I understand. I have joined NAVHDA an...

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Hello all. While searching for a breeder and pup I got a lot of "advice" about whether I should get a male or female . Some say one is easier to train, one is more aloof ect. ect. I wonder if I can get some of you guys and ladies experiences especially breeders and trainers. Also whether or not you ...

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If anyone has a set or the start I'd be interested in buying it . W'ell be picking up our first pup in March. I don't who is more pumped me or the kids !

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Thanks for the"tips". I just ordered my "fast pass" for the tolls. I don't think I'll try the piece of sod ... thats not to say I didn't think about it. Ill post a couple pics when the time comes.

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Hello All. I will be picking up my first gundog puppy in a few weeks. The ride home is about 8 hrs (non-stop). What would you suggest I bring and how often should I be stopping ? Any suggestions and tips are all appreciated ! I'm not sure who's more excited me or the kids. Thanks.

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Thanks for the info. I have a pretty good handle on the dog that I would like or could commit to. The dog will need to socialized as it will be in contact with alot of people including children. I love to hunt but bird over dog is my fav. I'm just ready to stop hunting over everyone else s dog and s...

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Hello all I'm new to this forum and could use a little guidance. My family and I are looking for a GSP pup for the spring .This is not my first dog but will be my first hunter and purebred.(although I had 2 Irish setters growing up)I have been checking and asking around for a breeder for the past co...

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Wondering if anyone is familiar with Westwind GSP. I'm looking for a breeder and have talked to the owner, who is very knowledgeable and seems to have a good rep but I'd like to hear from anyone that has dealt directly with them. This is my first GSP and since I plan on having this dog for its entir...

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Hi all my name is Mike I'm a firefighter outside of Boston. I enjoy 4wheeling, snomobiling, hunting everything from Caribou to grey squirrel .But nothing better than bird over dog !! My family and I have decided to get a GSP . He will be the first dog I've trained to hunt. So please stand by I'll be...

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