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by SHaRPS
Wed Apr 04, 2018 2:53 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: cost of a pup
Replies: 121
Views: 41452

Re: cost of a pup

Name something good these days where the price has dropped.... Everything goes up in cost (Dog food, Vet visits, shots, etc.) and so does the price of a dog.
by SHaRPS
Wed Nov 08, 2017 11:29 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Browning Citori 20ga - year 1982 - fixed chokes -INFO PLEASE
Replies: 6
Views: 8754

Browning Citori 20ga - year 1982 - fixed chokes -INFO PLEASE

Is anyone familiar with this shotgun? Here is what i know - It is a 20ga and in pristine condition. Made in 1982. No chokes so I am wondering what the 2 fixed barrels are - any idea? I believe its a 26" barrel but may be 28", definitely not any longer. I am wondering what a good buying price would b...
by SHaRPS
Thu Oct 19, 2017 2:21 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Snipe and rail
Replies: 2
Views: 2388

Re: Snipe and rail

We have snipe and Rail open to hunting here in RI but I would not even know where to start looking for them. We do not really have marshes other than the coast line that are not open to hunting anyways. Now I am intrigued and its on my bucket list!
by SHaRPS
Thu Oct 19, 2017 2:11 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Franchi Affinity vs. Browning Silver Hunter 20 GA
Replies: 4
Views: 7827

Re: Franchi Affinity vs. Browning Silver Hunter 20 GA

I purchased the Franchi Affinity for my father in 20ga and he loves it. Its inertia driven so you do have to have it shouldered well so that the shell cycles properly. I also read that breaking it in with some light loads and a few heady loads also helps. I did this for him by shooting 100 rounds of...
by SHaRPS
Thu Oct 19, 2017 1:59 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Woodcock Migration 2017
Replies: 46
Views: 20230

Re: Woodcock Migration 2017

The only other experience I have had with WC is that the flight birds tend to bust early whereas the local birds hold tight.
by SHaRPS
Fri Oct 06, 2017 11:57 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Diversity
Replies: 11
Views: 6833

Re: Diversity

Sure can! 15 per day. But good luck finding them anywhere other than the city or private property. They are around but you need to cover a lot of ground to get them. So far I have about 15 for the season but they are fun to hunt. This is not your typical fly bye type of hunting. I find them deep in ...
by SHaRPS
Fri Sep 01, 2017 8:08 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Diversity
Replies: 11
Views: 6833

Re: Diversity

Yep. Stocked, but we do get to hunt them. Pheasant, Chukar, Huns and quail are all stocked. 3 hours north we have grouse, snowshoe, black bear and moose as well.
by SHaRPS
Thu Aug 31, 2017 2:20 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Diversity
Replies: 11
Views: 6833

Re: Diversity

RI

Pheasant
Chukar
Hungarian Partridge
Woodcock
Snipe
Rails
Turkey
Doves
Rock Doves
Red and Grey Squirrel
Cotton Tails
Crows
Canada Goose
Snow and Blue Goose
Ducks and Sea Ducks
Mergansers
Coots
Brant
Quail
Raccoon
Red and Grey Fox
Deer
Coyote
by SHaRPS
Wed Aug 30, 2017 5:18 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Energy from Dog Food
Replies: 17
Views: 9355

Re: Energy from Dog Food

Ah ok, I would stay away from the foods I mentioned if that is the case. Hopefully the Canidae works out.
by SHaRPS
Tue Aug 29, 2017 12:05 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Biting Flies
Replies: 3
Views: 4498

Biting Flies

I am noticing a serious up tick in biting flies in my region (Southern New England) this year. This is actually the first year I have ever had an issue with biting flies on my dogs. At first I thought it was just my dogs but I am noticing that all of my friends and family dogs have bites on their ba...
by SHaRPS
Tue Aug 29, 2017 11:47 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Energy from Dog Food
Replies: 17
Views: 9355

Re: Energy from Dog Food

She will be just fine. You can always add slightly more food to achieve your desired calorie intake. I feed all 3 of my pointer Orijen Regional Red but you could give the 6 fish a try. There is no salmon in the 6 fish. (Mackerel, Pilchard, Hake, Flounder, Rockfish, Sole). Acana Freshwater fish also ...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 22, 2017 5:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

Not trying to be a Smart a$$ but, a word of advice, you really should call they color solid liver rather than brown. It makes real GSP people Cringe. Like calling a yellow lab Golden or a choclate lab brown. Thanks Cj It pretty much says beginner.....Cj This has always cracked me up. People are cra...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 22, 2017 5:31 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

Why not? It would pain me to see the GSP become a fashionable statement or an accessory - THAT is the concern that I have conveyed. The slope these days is mighty slippery and albeit an accepted color..just give it time and we’ll soon have “grays”. My concern is not the “black” GSP per se’, so pleas...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 22, 2017 5:23 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

I have a Black/white AKC registered male. Very nice dog, the top of his pedigree is No-Mars dogs. I agree the paint scheme on dogs should have no influence on choice, but unfortunately some folks are set on it. Solid head, Roan, etc. etc. As far as calling a brown dog liver or a liver dog brown...w...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 22, 2017 5:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

SharPs, the demographic of this medium is large and wide. I didn't mean to impose where or what species I hunt on everyone here. Some folk never see snow - some of us end our local season early because we get SO much snow and because it's so darn cold. What I was alluding to was that I have typical...
by SHaRPS
Tue Jun 20, 2017 1:07 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

Tooling, I tend to agree with you. That said, people buy other pointing breeds just based on exactly that - color. Heck, 1/2 of them don't even hunt! The reason breeders carry them is pretty evident. So, how do you describe the practical application of a deer colored dog, or a dog that blends beaut...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 15, 2017 10:29 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

The more white in my bird dogs....the better. Aside from the practical implications it remains JMO. I have seen an all black GSP as well as black with white ticking. They didn't do anything better or special as far as I could see. Just another GSP to me. I too saw that they appeared less heat toler...
by SHaRPS
Thu Jun 15, 2017 10:10 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

I own a solid Black GSP Male, a Black Ticked GSP Female, and a solid Brown GSP Male from the previously mentioned. The litter had 8 puppies of which one was all black, one all brown, one half black and half ticked, and the rest were black ticked. My Black Male GSP is the best hunting dog I have eve...
by SHaRPS
Wed Jun 14, 2017 2:52 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

This might be better: (or not)

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by SHaRPS
Wed Jun 14, 2017 2:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 42
Views: 24327

Re: Black GSP

I own a solid Black GSP Male, a Black Ticked GSP Female, and a solid Brown GSP Male from the previously mentioned. The litter had 8 puppies of which one was all black, one all brown, one half black and half ticked, and the rest were black ticked. My Black Male GSP is the best hunting dog I have ever...
by SHaRPS
Wed Mar 22, 2017 2:59 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Benellie M2 20ga questions and concerns
Replies: 3
Views: 5748

Re: Benellie M2 20ga questions and concerns

So its been 5 weeks and my local shop still doesn't have the M2 20ga slugger or bird barrel. I called today and they said "good luck, its a Benelli". Is this the case for everyone? Now I have to redo my paperwork as the 30 days has expired. I am just wondering if this is common with Benelli or somet...
by SHaRPS
Sun Mar 12, 2017 7:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP question
Replies: 9
Views: 4197

Re: GSP question

Your dog is beautiful and I as well think you are lucky. My male is a solid 90lbs. I love his size but food goes twice as fast. Enjoy him and he should fill out a bit more after 2 years of age.
by SHaRPS
Thu Mar 02, 2017 2:40 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

Re: 20ga recommendations

So I just started a post regarding the Benelli M2 I am looking to purchase but I wanted to update this post as well. After I purchased the Stevens 555 in 20ga we found out the day before we were going to hit the range that my wife was pregnant. So, she did not want to be around the gun shots and I r...
by SHaRPS
Thu Mar 02, 2017 11:50 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Benellie M2 20ga questions and concerns
Replies: 3
Views: 5748

Benellie M2 20ga questions and concerns

Hi all, I am in the market for a Benelli M2 slugger in 20ga but I also want to purchase a field barrel in the same deal. My questions - If you own one how do you like it overall? It looks like this is one of the best sluggers out on the market and would be a great semi carry for upland birds. Should...
by SHaRPS
Tue Nov 08, 2016 3:48 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Puppy Food Question?
Replies: 26
Views: 14831

Re: Puppy Food Question?

All of my pups get the Orijen Puppy formula for the first 11 months. I then mix the Puppy with the Orijen Regional Red on month 12 and 13 and then switch to the Reg. Red for good.
by SHaRPS
Tue Nov 08, 2016 3:41 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Feeding entrials
Replies: 6
Views: 4782

Re: Feeding entrials

When bird hunting I keep the pheasant and chucker giblets, livers, and hearts and chop them up then place in a pan with small amount of water. I then slice carrots and "steam" all of this together. towards the end I add parsley then let it cool outside or in the fridge. I will mix this with their do...
by SHaRPS
Fri Oct 07, 2016 8:30 am
Forum: Wild Game Recipes
Topic: Duck
Replies: 35
Views: 39245

Re: Duck

For anyone that debones their duck - I enjoy roasting the bones in the oven then tossing in a pot full of water, carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper, parsley, and lovage. If you want a little heat add a few red pepper flakes towards the end. Makes a great dark soup which my family absolutely loves ...
by SHaRPS
Mon Oct 03, 2016 2:21 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black GSP
Replies: 28
Views: 17485

Re: Black GSP

Jaeger and Raven

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by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 28, 2016 5:24 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

No, I do not see a "flaw in my theory" (whatever that means). Good luck with your "breeding program". I'm sure you'll have no problem producing lots and lots of "happy little tail waggers". We have established from your previous post that your goal is to breed pets that hunt or possibily hunting do...
by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 28, 2016 5:16 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

No, I do not see a "flaw in my theory" (whatever that means). Good luck with your "breeding program". I'm sure you'll have no problem producing lots and lots of "happy little tail waggers". We have established from your previous post that your goal is to breed pets that hunt or possibily hunting do...
by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 28, 2016 5:12 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

No, I do not see a "flaw in my theory" (whatever that means). Good luck with your "breeding program". I'm sure you'll have no problem producing lots and lots of "happy little tail waggers". Sounds like your on a high horse and have it all figured out. Please help our other hunting breeds once your ...
by SHaRPS
Tue Apr 26, 2016 11:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

Gertie, I failed to mention one more thing. We both have people around us that know we care about our dogs and the breed and will do what we can to ensure they last forever. The difference between you and I and the reason I keep posting - I would 100% sell you one of my dogs, but I have no shot at g...
by SHaRPS
Tue Apr 26, 2016 11:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

One question. What would you do if you had a pup that Was obviously not going to make it as a trial or hunting prospect for some genetic reason, but would make a nice pet, would you put that puppy down or sell or give it to a pet home? It will happen if you are in business long enough The future of...
by SHaRPS
Sun Apr 24, 2016 4:08 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

As long as the dog is cared for, given opportunities for exercise, and kept healthy, I don't believe it should matter if they are living in a "hunting home" What the heck is even considered a "hunting home"? I know lots of people who own hunting breeds that keep them cooped up in a kennel 48 weeks ...
by SHaRPS
Fri Apr 08, 2016 4:38 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pup might have Addisons Disease
Replies: 8
Views: 4636

Re: Pup might have Addisons Disease

Maybe eating mushrooms outside?
by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 07, 2016 5:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

I quit reading this topic a while ago. Now on page 2. Was wondering what made this topic worth more than 3 replies. NOTHING! Gertie does what she thinks gives the few pups she raises the best chance to be happy. Hope all breeders do the same. Some require fenced yards, to be a trial family, that yo...
by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 07, 2016 5:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

I wont try to defend Gertie, as she is called on here, because she can take care of herself and then some. Why if you do indeed breed hunting dogs would you want them to go to anything other than a hunting/trialing home? The shelters and rescues in treasure valley are full and overflowing. The sett...
by SHaRPS
Thu Apr 07, 2016 5:30 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

Gertie - Lets just say YOU are 50 years old, have a Director position, and own a $500,000 house on 10 acres of land and breed dogs as you currently do. You wake up that morning, go to work, and your boss tells you that you are fired. Are you now in your own list of "don't sell to" ???? I am 29, mar...
by SHaRPS
Tue Apr 05, 2016 1:31 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?
Replies: 114
Views: 38274

Re: Breeders - Do you sell your pups to non-hunters?

Gertie - Lets just say YOU are 50 years old, have a Director position, and own a $500,000 house on 10 acres of land and breed dogs as you currently do. You wake up that morning, go to work, and your boss tells you that you are fired. Are you now in your own list of "don't sell to" ???? I am 29, marr...
by SHaRPS
Wed Mar 16, 2016 12:47 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

Re: 20ga recommendations

So, I picked up the Stevens yesterday and its a very nice O/U especially for the price. The barrel selection is also a nice feature. I will be shooting this on Saturday for the first time but I do have 1 issue with it right now and maybe someone can help. The lever that opens the barrels is VERY tig...
by SHaRPS
Tue Mar 08, 2016 6:28 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

Re: 20ga recommendations

So, after searching my wife fell in love with the Stevens 555 in 20ga. At 5.5lbs this O/U is very nice and light and is a great long day carry gun. I was able to snag this brand new for 570. We will be giving this gun a try atv the skeet field in about a week.
by SHaRPS
Fri Mar 04, 2016 1:51 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

Re: 20ga recommendations

I appreciate everyone's input. I will call around tomorrow to see what is available locally and let you know what I find.
by SHaRPS
Thu Mar 03, 2016 10:41 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New puppy / older puppy
Replies: 9
Views: 4368

Re: New puppy / older puppy

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by SHaRPS
Thu Mar 03, 2016 10:37 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

Re: 20ga recommendations

My wife is 5'10" so I don't think she needs anything other than a slightly shortened stock. I know the auto loaders are definitely the way to go for less felt recoil. I have many shotguns in semi, O/U, and SxS. I had her hold a few yesterday and she was not a fan of the SxS and she much preferred th...
by SHaRPS
Wed Mar 02, 2016 10:36 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New puppy / older puppy
Replies: 9
Views: 4368

Re: New puppy / older puppy

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by SHaRPS
Wed Mar 02, 2016 10:33 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New puppy / older puppy
Replies: 9
Views: 4368

Re: New puppy / older puppy

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by SHaRPS
Tue Mar 01, 2016 11:39 am
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 20ga recommendations
Replies: 41
Views: 39469

20ga recommendations

I am looking for a 20ga for my wife that will not break the bank. She will only be using it 3-5 times a year for pheasant over our GSP's. However, I may also use it instead of my 12ga semi auto. So far, It looks like the Stoeger side by side is the best option for about $400 brand new and it also ha...
by SHaRPS
Tue Mar 01, 2016 9:54 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New puppy / older puppy
Replies: 9
Views: 4368

Re: New puppy / older puppy

Hahaha - I figured. So for a quick update - I have been letting them do their thing and I must say, my wife and I are VERY proud of our male as he has been gentle enough with her while still playing. He is also allowing her to be touched and eat and sleep with him. I think we got 2 great dogs in our...
by SHaRPS
Mon Feb 29, 2016 10:12 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New puppy / older puppy
Replies: 9
Views: 4368

New puppy / older puppy

Hi All. We just got a 12 week old female GSP puppy and we already have a 16 month old male GSP puppy. Both are 100% house dogs. Any tips or advise? It looks like the male is starting to open up to her (only after 24 hours) but they are still playing pretty hard. He tries to bump her around and does ...
by SHaRPS
Fri Feb 26, 2016 8:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Grass alternative
Replies: 8
Views: 3468

Re: Grass alternative

I really don't think my dogs will eat stones. My local place does not have pea stone but they do have crushed stone that they said a local vet always uses. Do you think the crushed stone may be an issue?