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by JuliaH
Thu Feb 23, 2017 11:09 am
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: Legislation in GA that Affects Us ALL
Replies: 0
Views: 5041

Legislation in GA that Affects Us ALL

I will give you the url so you can copy and paste. I am a GA resident and a member of The Calvary Group, so I know the link will take you to the bill in question. A summary: Georgia HB 144 includes dogs, cats, and equine. Existing state laws already require State and County inspections for all breed...
by JuliaH
Wed Sep 14, 2016 4:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Perfect Pedigrees
Replies: 15
Views: 8725

Re: Perfect Pedigrees

There is a new Pedigree site online. You must submit certified pedigrees to have them added for the sake of correctness, but there are 26,000 verified GSPs online now. See Breeding info. Make Trial Pedigrees. See OFA stats, if applicable. Check out http://www.gspancestry.com and then dust off those ...
by JuliaH
Tue Nov 11, 2014 10:11 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

AKC is going to meet with the folks from PETT Partnership in December at the Eukanuba Nationals in Florida, so the Conference call in October must have gone well. We need to support PETT Partnership and the companies in it because they sure are getting some folks' attention!!
by JuliaH
Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:42 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

Another website that we should be aware of... this topic needs to stay alive and well, and AKC needs to continue to hear from us!

http://www.pettpartnership.com/
by JuliaH
Wed Sep 17, 2014 6:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

The thing I see is that AKC is moving more and more toward the pet people, and those of us who are participating in events, breeding, etc. are being pushed to the side in the rush to make everyone else happy. No, that interview probably won't do immediate damage, other than being a sore spot. But wh...
by JuliaH
Wed Sep 17, 2014 5:38 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

The average owner is not really the group paying the bills either. It's hard enough to get the pet owner to even complete registrations when they purchase a pup from a breeder. The breeders, the trainers and handlers, the people who compete in whatever venue, etc. are the people they are hurting, an...
by JuliaH
Tue Sep 16, 2014 5:02 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

Well said Luminary, and 100% correct!! I am not sure that only 1 is opposed to e-collar use... Brazo, obviously I'm doing a poor communicating, because that was not the association I was trying to convey. I will try to clarify... Years back people warned that one day we would have to fight, and figh...
by JuliaH
Tue Sep 16, 2014 7:17 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

On Saturday morning, AKC agreed to appear on Fox & Friends to discuss our thoughts on the use of e-collars for pet training.The AKC has not called for a ban on e-collars and supports choice in training methods, as well as trusting the experts. We continue to support the training techniques used by o...
by JuliaH
Mon Sep 15, 2014 2:44 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37650

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

Don't be silly. :lol: :lol: She clearly said a pocket full of treats and lots of praise as reward for good behavior is all it takes to have a wonderfully obedient dog. :lol: :lol: :lol: Now I only need to figure out a timing issue...like getting to my dog 1/4 mi away to give him a cookie in exchang...
by JuliaH
Mon Jun 02, 2014 3:24 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/ Domain has Expired
Replies: 7
Views: 3196

Re: http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/ Domain has Expired

Don't know what happened, just glad it is back up and running :)
by JuliaH
Mon Jan 27, 2014 4:43 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Denver's Second Trial
Replies: 11
Views: 6113

Re: Denver's Second Trial

Congrats Melvin!! :)
by JuliaH
Fri Jan 24, 2014 11:56 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: What do you feed your Dogs?
Replies: 285
Views: 198578

Re: What do you feed your Dogs?

Pro Plan Performance, because it does for my dogs what they need :) End of novel! :)
Pastor Brown wrote:Just curious what you all are feeding your dogs.

PLEASE KEEP ANSWERS SHORT, & TO THE POINT - I've already read through the forum, not looking to read a novel
by JuliaH
Sun Jan 19, 2014 10:22 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Post dogs on Point!!!!
Replies: 738
Views: 738023

Re: Post dogs on Point!!!!

Emily on point, Shadow coming up fast fixin' to mess up a pretty point! Shadow was 6 months old, Emily 5 months old in this picture. http://71.18.5.123/images/emilyshadow123113.JPG Shadow on point at 6 months of age http://71.18.5.123/images/shadow1231131.JPG Emily on point at 5 months of age http:/...
by JuliaH
Sun Sep 29, 2013 7:04 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Royalerun Kennel Announces...
Replies: 5
Views: 2365

Re: Royalerun Kennel Announces...

We had a grand time at the seminar yesterday! Lots of good dogs and lots of people. Add good food and the beautiful cool day, and it could not have been more perfect!

Julia
by JuliaH
Tue Sep 24, 2013 12:47 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Royalerun Kennel Announces...
Replies: 5
Views: 2365

Re: Royalerun Kennel Announces...

Daryl is a good guy for sure!! I neglected to put the time on the flyer, dumb me!, so here it is: We will begin at 9AM on Saturday, September 28th and lunch is provided. Come on down if you can and enjoy a good day or dogs and dog folks and fun! If you need directions, email me at julia@buggytownbir...
by JuliaH
Sun Sep 15, 2013 5:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Royalerun Kennel Announces...
Replies: 5
Views: 2365

Royalerun Kennel Announces...

Royalerun Kennel is proud to announce the addition of Daryl Thomas to our business. Due to David King's patience, skill and personality, Royalerun (under a variety of names over 35 years) has had a winning tradition of producing Field Champions and National Field Champions. With Daryl on board we be...
by JuliaH
Thu Jul 18, 2013 12:01 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: New to horses
Replies: 26
Views: 27358

Re: New to horses

Good looking horse...
by JuliaH
Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The saddest July 4th of my life....
Replies: 3
Views: 1706

Re: The saddest July 4th of my life....

He was a very special man and a wonderful trainer.... David King understood the dogs better than anyone I have ever known.... he will be sorely missed!

Pictured, the Nebraska hot tub!

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by JuliaH
Thu Jul 04, 2013 11:58 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The saddest July 4th of my life....
Replies: 3
Views: 1706

The saddest July 4th of my life....

http://www.buggytownbirddogs.com/images/DavidandLacey82211.jpg Today, July 4, 2013, we lost one of the finest people I have ever met. My husband and I were just down at Royalerun Kennel two days ago and all was well. But, today, David King passed away suddenly while running in the Firecracker 5k/10...
by JuliaH
Mon Jun 03, 2013 3:07 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: New to horses
Replies: 26
Views: 27358

Re: New to horses

"LIKE"
Elkhunter wrote:I went back on Sunday with an apple just to see him/pet him etc. And I was able to walk right up to him, just gonna have to mix it up a bit and keep him guessing.
by JuliaH
Mon Jun 03, 2013 12:26 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: New to horses
Replies: 26
Views: 27358

Re: New to horses

Keep in mind that socialization is not always the problem :) Some horses can be hard to catch, even with plenty of socialization because they connect work with you coming to the field to catch them. There has been plenty of good advice given on this thread but don't feel bad for the horse. Just be c...
by JuliaH
Mon Jun 03, 2013 11:12 am
Forum: Horses
Topic: New to horses
Replies: 26
Views: 27358

Re: New to horses

When you go to catch him, don't take "No" for an answer. Give yourself plenty of time... just in case :) He has to know you mean it. And, when you do catch him, give him a goodie or feed him a little so that it is always a pleasant experience. It sounds like he is in the habit of playing keep-away,...
by JuliaH
Wed Jan 30, 2013 7:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Buying,Breeding,or does it make a difference
Replies: 43
Views: 11796

Re: Buying,Breeding,or does it make a difference

It gave me a LOT of satisfaction to produce my first Field Champion from my breeding choice out of my own female and sired by a dog I carefully chose. Annie was not trained by me, but I am working on AFC now with her. She is pictured below. http://71.18.5.123/images/Annie81511.jpg http://71.18.5.123...
by JuliaH
Thu Sep 06, 2012 7:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Looking for a Cull!
Replies: 85
Views: 40263

Re: Looking for a Cull!

Be cautious!!! I have not read the entire thread, nor do I know the man asking.... but I did let one of my dogs go ONE time. Never will again. They usually breed them with the other breeds to lend more talent to their bulldog types or use them as chase dogs. Getting hurt is a big possibility, but th...
by JuliaH
Thu Jul 26, 2012 3:19 pm
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: UN Arms Treaty Can Effect Us!
Replies: 0
Views: 4340

UN Arms Treaty Can Effect Us!

At this LINK http://iapcar.org/?p=970 is the full text, and below is printed part of it that is very important... Article 2 - A. Covered Items - 1. This Treaty shall apply to all conventional arms within the following categories: - a. Battle Tanks - b. Armored combat vehicles - c. Large-caliber Arti...
by JuliaH
Mon Apr 23, 2012 9:03 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Falconry, the sport of the kings
Replies: 118
Views: 77038

Re: Falconry, the sport of the kings

WOW!!! My neighbor is a falconer and he has hunted with his birds for years, having given up the guns and bows and stuff... I don't have a picture of Delta in flight but I do have this.... http://buggytownbirddogs.com/images/PIC_0078.JPG http://buggytownbirddogs.com/images/PIC_0082.JPG http://buggyt...
by JuliaH
Mon Apr 23, 2012 6:15 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Hunt test
Replies: 4
Views: 2314

Re: Hunt test

6 mnths or older :)
by JuliaH
Thu Mar 08, 2012 6:27 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question

This is a good thread that cold have gone real bad... There are many different ways that breeders handle things and that is and should be the case :) The main thing is that we are honest and upfront and true to ourselves. Lots of thought and time and effort goes into every litter that is planned and...
by JuliaH
Wed Mar 07, 2012 1:50 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question UPDATE

Ditto what you said, and as a breeder I send for papers when those babies are just a few days old. I was dumb enough to buy my first dogs (twice.... hardheaded or real gullible I guess) with the promise papers would soon be sent to me. Lesson learned. I won't ever do it again because I learned that ...
by JuliaH
Fri Mar 02, 2012 2:15 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gundog Nationals
Replies: 95
Views: 33831

Re: AKC Gundog Nationals

Weather.com looks really nasty, and tornadoes have touched down in Huntsville


kninebirddog wrote:The trial this afternoon has been canceled...
by JuliaH
Wed Feb 29, 2012 1:48 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gundog Nationals
Replies: 95
Views: 33831

Re: AKC Gundog Nationals

Grand Junction TN is under tornado watch now :(
by JuliaH
Tue Feb 28, 2012 4:41 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gundog Nationals
Replies: 95
Views: 33831

Re: AKC Gundog Nationals

Ditto me... at least we are getting the information.... AKC is supposed to have it but there are hoops to jump thru. FB is going to be pretty simple as long as Trish has time to get the information shared :) I think the FB page is great and I really enjoy it and appreciate the effort. Considering th...
by JuliaH
Tue Feb 28, 2012 3:47 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gundog Nationals
Replies: 95
Views: 33831

Re: AKC Gundog Nationals

Everyone working this trial are working pretty hard right now. Only 6 braces first day, but the folks working this trial are not just sitting around. We can enjoy the synopses (pl) and enjoy the trial and appreciate the workers, instead of grumbling about it and be happier people I expect. She is no...
by JuliaH
Tue Feb 28, 2012 3:30 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gundog Nationals
Replies: 95
Views: 33831

Re: AKC Gundog Nationals

She is not the only one that made it around. Bodie had a real good run too. There is a complete synopsis at https://www.facebook.com/groups/265795523432769/ The page is 2012 AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championship. I am posting synopsis of each day's events there. How come Kinze from brace 6, day 1,...
by JuliaH
Tue Feb 28, 2012 1:36 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gun Dog Ch at Ames- Brace sheet!
Replies: 48
Views: 20237

Re: AKC Gun Dog Ch at Ames- Brace sheet!

Any more news?
by JuliaH
Mon Feb 27, 2012 11:55 am
Forum: Events
Topic: AKC Gun Dog Ch at Ames- Brace sheet!
Replies: 48
Views: 20237

Re: AKC Gun Dog Ch at Ames

Cool!!! Good luck Brenda!!! :)


snips wrote:I put a dog in....
by JuliaH
Tue Feb 21, 2012 12:31 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: A New Field Champion, and her 1/2 Brother is Almost!!
Replies: 4
Views: 2702

Re: A New Field Champion, and her 1/2 Brother is Almost!!

Thanks y'all :) It's a lot of fun for sure!
by JuliaH
Sat Feb 18, 2012 6:38 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: I try not to brag too much.. BUT!
Replies: 6
Views: 3363

Re: I try not to brag too much.. BUT!

Hi JJ :) :) :)

And its sad that Field trials get "heck" on here. I didn't think I would ever like them.... but now, well I am hooked forever or at least as long as I can physically do it and have a few good dogs!

Julia
by JuliaH
Fri Feb 17, 2012 5:29 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: A New Field Champion, and her 1/2 Brother is Almost!!
Replies: 4
Views: 2702

A New Field Champion, and her 1/2 Brother is Almost!!

FC Ana von Heidbrink was crowned in January. Well, since she is my first I feel like she was crowned a queen!! She is just 3 years old and has done a great job!! Here are a couple of pictures of Annie... The first picture is one of her Second place ribbons. When she started placing she was second an...
by JuliaH
Thu Feb 09, 2012 9:56 am
Forum: Help: Member Support
Topic: WHO is in Charge of Gundog Directory??
Replies: 1
Views: 8157

WHO is in Charge of Gundog Directory??

Not the forum but the actual Gundog Directory? I am having a problem and need to speak with them via phone, email or chat.

Thanks,

Julia
by JuliaH
Sat Feb 04, 2012 10:02 am
Forum: Events
Topic: David King Training Seminar
Replies: 0
Views: 1553

David King Training Seminar

http://71.18.5.123/images/royalerunheader.jpg Royalerun Kennel would like to invite you to attend one or more seminars with your dog. The purpose of these workshops will be to help you and your dog with any problems that you might be encountering in training, whether for competing in field trials, ...
by JuliaH
Sat Dec 24, 2011 11:01 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question

Probably not many, but there is much to consider in co-owning dogs! Who pays for what.... what happens if the owners want to breed to different dogs? What happens if one owner wants a show dog and a JH title and the other owner wants something different such as field trialing? Who pays for what in t...
by JuliaH
Fri Dec 23, 2011 6:54 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question

I think the bottom line here is that the buyer and the seller need to be up front and CLEAR on their wants and needs.... only then can any deal work. I learned early, for instance, to not believe the "papers have not arrived from AKC and I will send them in a couple of days" line... buyers don't alw...
by JuliaH
Fri Dec 23, 2011 4:56 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question

Oh, I also don't buy on limited registration unless that is what I am looking for and breeding rights don't matter or wait for papers any more. When I put pups up on an ad on any site, the ones pictured are all for sale and once chosen, I won't remove a pup from that buyer unless the buyer backs out...
by JuliaH
Fri Dec 23, 2011 4:52 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder question
Replies: 89
Views: 27653

Re: Breeder question

Perectly said!! If this particular breeder did not want to sell the female his buyer picked, he should have crated her away from the pups for sale. This is not a breeder I would work with twice. Now the buyer has a deposit that is non-refundable and was not given all the facts up front. Julia This s...
by JuliaH
Fri Dec 23, 2011 11:04 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Preventing Accidental Pregnancy
Replies: 11
Views: 5233

Re: Preventing Accidental Pregnancy

Some outside kennels won't stop either the female or the male. Both have been known to dig under, tear or pull apart wire, etc. to get out or in. I use only welded wire kennels. They cannot mess up those, or have not in the 3-4 years I have had those kennels. I also don't put kennels on the ground. ...
by JuliaH
Wed Nov 23, 2011 9:42 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need pictures of a few great dogs
Replies: 3
Views: 1698

Re: Need pictures of a few great dogs

Did that.... lots of pedigree information and one dog was on GSP Photo site, but picture link was broken so coming up empty.
by JuliaH
Tue Nov 22, 2011 2:37 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: cups/day food question
Replies: 35
Views: 11431

Re: cups/day food question

The amount of food it really takes to feed your dog also has a lot to do with the quality of the food, protein/fat/other nutrients and the digestibility of the food. A good quality food is important, especially for puppies and working dogs... What that high quality food is has caused more than one B...
by JuliaH
Tue Nov 22, 2011 4:46 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need pictures of a few great dogs
Replies: 3
Views: 1698

Need pictures of a few great dogs

Can anyone help me? I am looking for pictures of:

FC Northman's Dixieland Cody
GK's Playing for Keeps

Thanks!

Julia