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by Ike
Thu Jun 09, 2016 5:01 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: It's Always Something.
Replies: 17
Views: 6391

Re: It's Always Something.

Never would have thought of something like that happening. Prayers for your dog.
by Ike
Thu Mar 19, 2015 12:28 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Things I have learned in the last month of pup being home
Replies: 16
Views: 6044

Re: Things I have learned in the last month of pup being home

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in my house, it is only my wife's shoes. this creates no tension at all. :roll:[/quote]

I can take a load of clothes out of the dryer and dump them on the bed. The dog will root around and ALWAYS comes up with something that belongs to my wife and run off with it. :D
by Ike
Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:32 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: NSTRA Champion Ellie's Crazy Katie
Replies: 23
Views: 20652

Re: NSTRA Champion Ellie's Crazy Katie

Nice looking dog. Congratulations on her performance!
by Ike
Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Too old?
Replies: 10
Views: 4318

Re: Too old?

Trainer I chose would not take my dog until he was over 1 yr old.....said their attention span is not long enough as a pup and for me to do my own work until he was 1 yr and then he would take it from there. Worked for me! We had a good first season on wild birds this past year.
by Ike
Mon Mar 02, 2015 4:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2015 AF National
Replies: 51
Views: 29676

Re: 2015 AF National

Millers Dialing In wins!
by Ike
Fri Feb 27, 2015 7:30 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2015 AF National
Replies: 51
Views: 29676

Re: 2015 AF National

I rode at Ames today. Have been trying to go for the past week, but due to weather was not able. Today was windy and COLD for the morning brace. Bo was late coming out....like any champ keeping everyone anticipating his arrival. Upon release he pinned a covey directly across from the release point. ...
by Ike
Thu Feb 19, 2015 10:17 am
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: New Old Guy
Replies: 9
Views: 3796

Re: New Old Guy

Welcome to the forum Ron. I too had been away from upland hunting for some time and just got back into it this season. Having lots of fun. Best wishes!
by Ike
Wed Feb 18, 2015 9:12 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2015 AF National
Replies: 51
Views: 29676

Re: 2015 AF National

I was really looking forward to riding there this week but the weather has canceled all running until Next week. Maybe next year I can go.
by Ike
Thu Feb 12, 2015 1:01 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: My dog is 15 today, and she ain't done huntin'
Replies: 15
Views: 5526

Re: My dog is 15 today, and she ain't done huntin'

Very Nice! Congratulations to u both.
by Ike
Mon Feb 09, 2015 2:22 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2015 AF National
Replies: 51
Views: 29676

Re: 2015 AF National

rinker wrote:I'm hearing that Stardust Chazz finished the three hours with three finds.
Yep!
http://www.amesplantation.org/field-tri ... -synopsis/
by Ike
Mon Feb 09, 2015 11:27 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Getting dog used to nail trimming
Replies: 16
Views: 8674

Re: Getting dog used to nail trimming

Neil wrote:I have been use a cordless Dremel tool for years with good results.
What Neil said!
by Ike
Mon Feb 09, 2015 5:38 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2015 AF National
Replies: 51
Views: 29676

Re: 2015 AF National

Just confirmed that I will be riding with the gallery next week. Really looking forward to it.
by Ike
Sat Jan 24, 2015 6:54 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Post dogs on Point!!!!
Replies: 738
Views: 738026

Re: Post dogs on Point!!!!

Bandit on Quail
by Ike
Sat Jan 24, 2015 6:39 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: lightweight O/U
Replies: 14
Views: 15961

Re: lightweight O/U

Read some good reviews on the new Stevens 555. Bought one three weeks ago. $600. Love it. 20 ga, 5.5 lbs
Its not Browning or Beretta quality, but a well made gun for the $.
by Ike
Sat Jan 24, 2015 6:35 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Running Quail
Replies: 14
Views: 8149

Re: Running Quail

Let the dog relocate. Keep him steady.
by Ike
Wed Dec 24, 2014 9:42 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: looking for cheap over under
Replies: 3
Views: 4613

Re: looking for cheap over under

I've been considering the Stevens 555 in 20 ga as a inexpensive OU. Several listed on Gunbroker under $600.
I handled one at a Youth Hunt our QF chapter put on last month. Nice for the $. Check it out....its gotten some good reviews.
by Ike
Mon Dec 22, 2014 4:07 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 11
Views: 5492

Re: Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas Everyone
by Ike
Thu Dec 18, 2014 3:50 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Sportdog TEK 1.0
Replies: 4
Views: 6864

Re: Sportdog TEK 1.0

I have a Tek 2. I've only had it for a month but I like it. It does way more than I need. I find I am only using three functions, the GPS Map, Compass and the momentary stimulation.
They are basically an Android phone with all the apps.
by Ike
Thu Oct 02, 2014 1:45 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: Treating Minor Arthritis
Replies: 4
Views: 8010

Re: Treating Minor Arthritis

Karen I have a 16 yr old QH that I team pen an sort cows on. She has ringbone, pretty severe arthritus. Started out with the shockwave treatment which worked great but wears off after about 5 months in her case, plus it's expensive. I have been using Farnam Liquid Flex for the past 6 months and it s...
by Ike
Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:44 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Occupations
Replies: 239
Views: 156202

Re: Occupations

Electronic tech
by Ike
Tue Aug 05, 2014 12:54 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Fleas
Replies: 19
Views: 11136

Re: Fleas

I just recently put all of my dogs on a newer oral flea treatment called Nexguard. It's sort of like Comfortis. It treats fleas as well as ticks (I don't know if Comfortis treats ticks). The reason I went with Nexguard is because you can use it in conjunction with ivermectin, unlike Comfortis. The ...
by Ike
Wed Jun 18, 2014 12:18 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: JD- My Lewellin - They grow up Fast
Replies: 5
Views: 2025

Re: JD- My Lewellin - They grow up Fast

Beautiful dog. Amazing how their coat changes with age. My Llewellin just turned 11 mo this week and has those long legs and sure covers a lot of ground. Looking forward to fall hunting season.
by Ike
Fri Apr 25, 2014 3:18 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Pro Plan vs. Taste of the Wild
Replies: 26
Views: 16401

Re: Pro Plan vs. Taste of the Wild

My Llewellin pup is only 9 mo old, but I've switched between PP puppy and TOtW puppy and I can't see any difference. However, if I put a cup of each down, he will always eat the PP an leave the TOtW. I believe both are nutritionally good.
by Ike
Tue Apr 15, 2014 2:30 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: First Horseback Successful
Replies: 27
Views: 13262

Re: First Horseback Successful

Congratulations on ur trial wins. I bet u can find a good horse close to u there. My only advice on the horse: get a vet check before u buy!
by Ike
Fri Apr 11, 2014 3:23 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Handgun Hunting
Replies: 6
Views: 4109

Re: Handgun Hunting

If you are hunting from a tree stand and shots are under 50 yd it's probably ok. I've never shot a deer with anything smaller than a .41 mag (Love my S & W Mod 57). I'd save my $ and get a bigger gun.
by Ike
Fri Apr 11, 2014 3:11 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Electric Clippers
Replies: 8
Views: 4524

Re: Electric Clippers

I got a Wahl Stable Pro about ten years ago. I use it to clip the manes(bridle path and base where the blanket sits) and fetlocks on my horses. About every other year I shave down both horses because I am going to a trial in the spring when their winter coats are shedding. I hate having hair everyw...
by Ike
Fri Apr 04, 2014 6:56 am
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Filson upland boots
Replies: 11
Views: 13199

Re: Filson upland boots

Neatsfoot oil til they won't take anymore. Love my Filsons.
by Ike
Tue Mar 18, 2014 11:10 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: New FC!
Replies: 13
Views: 6521

Re: New FC!

Very pretty girl. Congratulations.
by Ike
Sun Mar 09, 2014 5:01 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Why do you come onto this forum?
Replies: 67
Views: 37711

Re: Why do you come onto this forum?

I come for advice, I come to meet new friends, I come because I care about my dogs and want to stay up to date on health and nutrition. I come to find out about different breeds and look at different training techniques. I come because dog people are some of the best people around:) I've had huntin...
by Ike
Thu Feb 27, 2014 8:48 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Whats your dogs name?
Replies: 214
Views: 92604

Re: Whats your dogs name?

Llewellin Setter
Bandit
After his Great GranDad "Quail Bandit Bondhu"
by Ike
Fri Feb 21, 2014 11:34 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: National Championship
Replies: 58
Views: 22539

Re: National Championship

Neil wrote:Well, I was right, but I doubt if we will ever know if it had anything to do with my reasoning.

Two time NC setter.
:D 8)
by Ike
Tue Feb 18, 2014 11:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: National Championship
Replies: 58
Views: 22539

Re: National Championship

Check out the Ames Plantation website. Wildlife habitat section They have been working with the quail population for a long time including radio tracking. The birds are there! Horrible weather the first week. Forecast looking good for this week although unusually warm compared to unusually cold last...
by Ike
Tue Feb 18, 2014 11:33 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Eye Candy
Replies: 36
Views: 24872

Re: Eye Candy

Beautiful SxS guns.
I have a couple that I hunt with too. Will have to get some pix for you.
A Francotte and an old AH Fox. Thanks for sharing.
by Ike
Fri Feb 07, 2014 7:16 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pup eating poop
Replies: 21
Views: 8521

Re: Pup eating poop

My 6 mo old Setter thinks horse apples are treats! Grabs one an runs !!
Does not eat others.
by Ike
Fri Jan 10, 2014 7:07 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: New side hobby, what do you guys think?
Replies: 22
Views: 12425

Re: New side hobby, what do you guys think?

Your wood work looks great. A guy I work with started doing this and also making ink pens with wood barrels. The pens are outselling the duck calls 10 to 1. In six months he has paid for all his new woodworking equipment and made a nice profit. Good Luck!
by Ike
Mon Jan 06, 2014 1:42 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Starting a 5 mo old pup?
Replies: 4
Views: 1679

Re: Starting a 5 mo old pup?

Thanks for the response everyone. Picked up Pup Saturday. Very pleased with his socialization and manners so far around people. I don't think he had ever seen a horse or cow, but he has now! Wish I had taken a video. The breeder had a cat so he is OK with my cats too! A cold front hit here last nigh...
by Ike
Thu Jan 02, 2014 9:11 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Starting a 5 mo old pup?
Replies: 4
Views: 1679

Starting a 5 mo old pup?

I've always been able to get my pups at 7 or 8 weeks and begin the bonding an training process. Trained two Springers who became excellent companions. Next week I am picking up a 6 mo old setter who has been living with several of his litter mates. I am sure he has had some socialization with the br...
by Ike
Thu Jan 02, 2014 8:59 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Finally got a bird dog
Replies: 21
Views: 9084

Re: Finally got a bird dog

Good luck with ur new dog.
I am picking up my new pup this weekend. (Llewellin Setter) Looking forward to getting back in the game. It's been over 12 yr since I had a dog to train. Digging out my old gear from the garage is fun!
by Ike
Tue Dec 31, 2013 8:49 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: New to horses
Replies: 26
Views: 27358

Re: New to horses

Can you pull him from the pasture/paddock and hand graze him randomly? Spend some time with him not working him? When we first got into horses we boarded them, so it really was hard to find the time to just mess with them and not work them. Now that they're home and they see us every day and they'r...
by Ike
Tue Dec 31, 2013 9:33 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Classic SxS or O/U
Replies: 97
Views: 80248

Re: Classic SxS or O/U

Strictly a SxS man myself. You won't regret it if you find one that fits. Just look at the bird and pull the trigger! I currently have a 1921 Francotte and a 1916 AH Fox. You mentioned the need for non toxic shot on some hunts. Bismuth and Tungeston are alternatives to the steel but are very expensi...
by Ike
Tue Dec 31, 2013 9:14 am
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: Happy New Yr!
Replies: 2
Views: 769

Happy New Yr!

Looking to start fresh in 2014 with a new pup. All my old dogs have passed on. First time in 50 yr I've been without a dog.
Hope to get a Llewellin soon.