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by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 12:40 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

I have titled 11 dogs Names and years please What does this have to do with packing for a hunting trip? Funny that you didn't have this reaction when your little buddy started going off on tangents but, then again, you fueled it. Look, I've known about the Ezzy/Neil M.O. since day one. You'd be sho...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 11:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Neil wrote:
I have titled 11 dogs
Names and years please
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 10:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Only my opinion, but I sort of think two people need to be put in time out unless some would like to make some side bets on how long it will take them to get this thread locked. Late-night-ish, like weekends, can be a route to extended forth and back....I suspect that dawn may be a hoped for awaken...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 10:31 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Sleep is for the old. I do want to point out I did not call him any names, it was he that said he was pretty much a yuppie. And I do hope the OP has a great trip regardless of his footwear. Neil I'm not sure if you're having a senior moment or if you've always been this obtuse but you're the one th...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 10:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

When it comes to engaging in a meaningful discussion on gun dogs I prefer people that have some hands on experience. I cannot remember a single thing of importance you have contributed. So rather than waste more time, please share the post you are most proud of. Surely there is something. You've be...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 08, 2015 12:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

What is clearly nonsensical is getting into a circular argument about hunting with a self confessed pretty much true yuppie. See this is working out so much better for you. Instead of having to resort to nonsensical arguments about needing to have appreciation for vintage footwear, you can resort t...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 11:00 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Definition - Idiot: One deficient in judgment and good sense. Do I need to define deficient and "non" for you or can you handle that on your own? But whatever the definition, your intention was to be insulting. I have met few people from Boston or any of the big NE cities that hunt, and fewer colle...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 8:56 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

In addition to obviously sorely needing lessons in manners, you need some language instruction. Nonsense means without sense, without intelligence, thus an idiot would be an acceptable synonym. And that is rude. My ego has nothing to do with strongly believing the Maine Hunting Shoe has a real plac...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 6:02 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Calling what a knowledgeable, experienced person writes nonsense is poor manners. Despite a half a dozen people, including people owning them telling you that there are better options and even taking the time to explain what they were designed for, you continue to insist that a boot with no arch su...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 3:47 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Calling what a knowledgeable, experienced person writes nonsense is poor manners. Despite a half a dozen people, including people owning them telling you that there are better options and even taking the time to explain what they were designed for, you continue to insist that a boot with no arch su...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 12:25 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

I am saying you, specifically, lack respect for our heritage and your elders. The moccasins and hobnails were from TR' s Western excursions, not his Northeast US and Amazon adventures. And some of my shotguns are much older than my footwear. To paraphrase McMurtry, "I am not one to give up on a gar...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Sep 07, 2015 9:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

Some more about the Maine Hunting Shoe, for those of us that enjoyed hunting in the wet prior to 1968, we had 3 choices; hunt with wet feet, smear bear grease on our boots every hour, or wear some type of rubber boot. In the 50's, 60's, into the 70's; every guide and serious hunter I knew wore the ...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Sep 06, 2015 1:01 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

They may wear them in Portland, but otherwise I haven't seen a rural Mainer with a pair. Mine were relegated to use only on the mean streets of Cambridge, MA. Only on heavy rain days and after i added arch supporting insoles could i endure the lack of arch support and cushioning to keep my feet dry...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Sep 06, 2015 11:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

I'm heading to Maine in Oct. I'm just looking for tips of what to buy/bring. Iv never been grouse hunting and never been to maine. What's the weather like? Tick repellant? I have a brush vest for dog, gps collar, bell?, first aid kit and my fall/winter hunting clothes. Are my insulated hunting boot...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Sep 06, 2015 11:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What to pack for hunting trip?
Replies: 58
Views: 21618

Re: What to pack for hunting trip?

All good advice. I would consider a pair of LL Bean Maine Hunting Shoes, there is a reason Maine is in the name, and they are boots not shoes. Buy quality socks. Oh, I don't recall seeing a stake out and hammer on the list. You will enjoy the trip. When I moved to Boston for grad school, I bought a...
by pato y codoniz
Fri Sep 04, 2015 10:56 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Upland hunting with a pointing dog and a Retriever.
Replies: 22
Views: 11499

Re: Upland hunting with a pointing dog and a Retriever.

What you're talking about is commonly referred to as a "matched pair". The retriever stays at heel until released to flush a pointed bird. The retriever then sits on flush until released to retrieve. I know a couple of pros that will train it. It really necessitates a rock solid pointer because you'...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 11:07 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

What you are really saying is you are just arguing for your entertainment and you have limited knowledge other than what you have read. Basically sound very much like a troll, adds nothing to the conversation other than find fault with what every one else says. No, what I'm saying is that I don't n...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:48 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Before you shut things down Ezzy will you please provide feeding studies you claim show vegetable based foods are superior to feeding animal products? I'm very interested in seeing these. Please respond. Bill Bill, You, I, and everyone else in this thread know that he won't because he can't. I does...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 8:34 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Joking? Hardly, and you have still never answered the question concerning your experience or acclomplishments with performance dogs. It sounds to me all you do is read studies, in which many have there own agenda. Also, thousands of performance dogs thriving all over the country for years upon year...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 5:05 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Funny we saw none of those qualifications till you got challenged but you are still wrong when it comes to the real world. Don't think we want oranges or bananas in our dog food. You didn't challenge me. You were being condescending and insulting. Nevermind that I haven't and won't resort to a path...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 4:17 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

1. Can't speak for people I know nothing about but am sure the products they formulate speaks for what they do. I do know our company always worked in everything we did to make the best product possible with an eye also to keep it affordable since if you don't no one would buy it. 2. Vegetable prot...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 1:53 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Frankly, the pure comedy of your argument that it takes a blend is that within the last month you were ripping some of the higher end foods for adding whole peas, lentil, etc and that cheaper foods had more animal protein but now your advocating for the importance of vegetable protein concentrates....
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 12:55 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I am only concerned that my dog is maintaining weight, has lots of energy, and their stools are small and tight confirming that the particular food is being well digested. I believe Purina when they tell me there is 30% protein and 20% fat and not too concerned if their secondary form of protein is...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 10:14 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I am only concerned that my dog is maintaining weight, has lots of energy, and their stools are small and tight confirming that the particular food is being well digested. I believe Purina when they tell me there is 30% protein and 20% fat and not too concerned if their secondary form of protein is...
by pato y codoniz
Thu Sep 03, 2015 1:53 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I can tolerate a difference of opinion but lying or stupidity are things I don't do so well with.... I've literally linked to independent scientific studies that have shown that corn gluten meal is inferior to the animals based protein concentrates. I'm the only one providing scientific fact and no...
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 10:47 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Question
Replies: 25
Views: 10789

Re: Breeding Question

Are cyou saying that the customer who may or may not have even seen the breed before is setting the standard for the breed? Don't think I am following you on this. I think your idea of a higher standard may be quite different than someone buying there first dog. Well what you're describing is how a...
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 10:18 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Our new Setter pup!
Replies: 14
Views: 5642

Re: Our new Setter pup!

I've meant to post in this thread several times and forgot.

First what a great looking pup that is going to be a stunner in maturity.

Second, could you pm me the breeders info?

Thanks and enjoy that new puppy smell.
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 9:52 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I think Ezzy performs his thankless job well, and we often disagree. I don't have a problem with him because, while he is opinionated, he doesn't directly censor differing opinions. However, every time I get into a food thread discussion, I get private messages for others that pretty clearly feel i...
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 2:07 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Sharon wrote: If you are getting private messages complaining about Ezzy , that says something about you.
What does it say? Please elaborate. Thanks
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 1:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Question
Replies: 25
Views: 10789

Re: Breeding Question

Brazosvalleyvizslas wrote: And the logistics that it would take would price us into other hobbies.
I'm not sure it would.

Costs more to trial a dog or retriever test a dog.

Going rate on a kurzhaar or drahthaar in Germany is 850€ or about $1000.
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 1:04 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Question
Replies: 25
Views: 10789

Re: Breeding Question

So im looking at upcoming breeding looking for a new gsp puppy. I came across one that looks pretty good both parents have hunting titles on them. Both come from well know kennels. I did some research and found the dam has a butt bite . My question's are 1. why would a well known breeder breed a do...
by pato y codoniz
Wed Sep 02, 2015 12:15 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Pudelpointer
Replies: 6
Views: 9527

Re: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Pudelpointer

Are you going to do testing with the dog? Both can do NAVDHA but only the WPG can do the AKC retriever hunt tests. As for breeders around Wisconsin, I really wouldn't go about it in that manner because you'll be wsiting a longtime. For pudelpointers, I'd go to the North American Pudel Pointers Assoc...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 01, 2015 6:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Question
Replies: 25
Views: 10789

Re: Breeding Question

So im looking at upcoming breeding looking for a new gsp puppy. I came across one that looks pretty good both parents have hunting titles on them. Both come from well know kennels. I did some research and found the dam has a butt bite . My question's are 1. why would a well known breeder breed a do...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 01, 2015 12:46 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I think Ezzy performs his thankless job well, and we often disagree. I don't have a problem with him because, while he is opinionated, he doesn't directly censor differing opinions. However, every time I get into a food thread discussion, I get private messages for others that pretty clearly feel i...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 01, 2015 12:38 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

shags wrote:what's the protein/fat/ carb ratio for troll food? :?

It varies daily but it doesn't have a dramatic lysine deficiency and methionine surplus that, one of many issues it cauaes, requires greater vitamin and mineral supplementation.
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 01, 2015 2:48 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Beretta Silver Pigeon I, o/u 20 gauge
Replies: 16
Views: 17988

Re: Beretta Silver Pigeon I, o/u 20 gauge

Now that you bought the 20, you should check out the 28 and 410. I started with the 28 then went for the 20, the 12 sporting clays, and then the 410 despite already having 2 other stacked barrel 410s. :) By to the gentleman that mentioned that thinks stacked barrels are an addiction, you must not ha...
by pato y codoniz
Tue Sep 01, 2015 2:11 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

BTW Ezzy, canids eat fish in the wild. For modern domesticated dogs eating fish is especially vital as EPA and DHA levels in conventionally grown beef is much lower than these Omega 3 oils in bovines (and other ruminants) that they are in with cattle who eat the diet they were shaped by nature to c...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:03 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

And here I thought Purina made about 118 formulas so the customer could select what they liked best. If after all those millions that Purina has invested in studying dog performance that has led them to create Pro Plan Performance 30/20 formula, why would anyone in their right mind chose a differen...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Aug 31, 2015 2:55 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: SPORTMIX WHOLESOMES
Replies: 3
Views: 2655

Re: SPORTMIX WHOLESOMES

Don't know a thing about that particular product but I do know Sportsmix has been one of the very best feeds that is reasonably priced for years. Sportsmix and Diamond are probably the best two dog food companies as far as giving you the most for your money. A lot of trainers use them in their kenn...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Aug 31, 2015 12:41 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I feed ProPlan Lamb and Rice to all dogs, including pups year round, in the winter and when exercising hard I add a tablespoon to 2 tablespoons of used canola oil. Canola oil only because that is what the wife cooks with for me. Old fashion lard would do as well for a dog. Just bumping the fat up a...
by pato y codoniz
Mon Aug 31, 2015 12:17 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Instead of feeding flax seed oil or fish oil, try feeding whole (raw) fresh/frozen oily cold-water fish like mackerel, sardines, herring, or anchovies, and be prepared for very positive results. Bill Don't confuse them. I've been getting 5lb frozen blocks of raw sardines, from the ethnic supermarke...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 9:54 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Not sure what you are saying. I feed pro Plan Focus; first ingredient is chicken.[/quote Sharon) Sigh. dogfoodadvisor has a very hard time with "fresh" chicken (as opposed to chicken meal) because after it is processed its weight will move it lower on the ingredient list. When the next ingredients ...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 9:42 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Please define better? Meat, bones, organs, and fish. Stuff like that. From diverse species (not just chicken). Few (if any) carbohydrates which are not an essential part of a canine diet. Dog's best fuel is fat, not carbs. Bill Bill, My point is I do not know how my dogs can do better on any food. ...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 6:28 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I would answer you but you wouldn't accept it anyway so just believe it as no one is trying to make a poor feed. I'll consider any scientific study you can provide as evidence that corn gluten meal is a superior protein source than the animal based protein concentrates. Most corporations do not set...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 4:31 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

You are comparing the quality of one time use cups to dog food? And think it proves your science? Quality cups are still available, they are just not included in the cost of your food. As are all price levels of dog food. And had I thought I could have improved on Azul' s health, happiness, perform...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 4:26 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

Keep feeding your lap dog corn gluten meal and pretending it's the best stuff out there. As long as we're getting personal as well as way off topic, here's FDR: "These Republican leaders have not been content with attacks on me, or my wife, or on my sons. No, not content with that, they now include...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 3:09 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

You are comparing the quality of one time use cups to dog food? And think it proves your science? Quality cups are still available, they are just not included in the cost of your food. As are all price levels of dog food. And had I thought I could have improved on Azul' s health, happiness, perform...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 2:59 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I don't keep up with sports, but I am pretty sure Bolt is a human and his nutritional needs are not germain. Azul is exceptional in only one regard, he loves me. His kennelmates have fared as well. I fully recognize this is non-scientific, but I base most of buying decisions on pure anecdotal exper...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 2:32 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?
Replies: 147
Views: 69435

Re: Does anybody rotate formulas to avoid protein intolerance?

I would answer you but you wouldn't accept it anyway so just believe it as no one is trying to make a poor feed. I'll consider any scientific study you can provide as evidence that corn gluten meal is a superior protein source than the animal based protein concentrates. Most corporations do not set...
by pato y codoniz
Sun Aug 30, 2015 2:04 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Ramps to get onto tailgate...
Replies: 15
Views: 6641

Re: Ramps to get onto tailgate...

I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions or experience with folding or telescoping ramps that will work for getting an old dog up on and down from a 3/4 ton pickup tailgate. Thanks. Not a folder or telescoping ramp but my dad, almost 80, uses his ramp from his training table. Has wheels on the ...