Gun Dog Forum

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Congratulations!!..Small world. Cal Robinson was our guide outside of Dodge City, Ks a few years ago. Great guy..If we go back I'll make sure he's taking the pictures.

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It's been awhile since we heard from Tori...with all sorts of side issues being discussed. I'd like to know what your doing different and how your dog is doing.

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Thanks for the pictures..Great looking pup! Great looking shotgun!

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Congratulations..Sounds like you really have something special. Would love to see pictures

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Would like to hear from others if they think trying a feed with a bit higher fat content might help...Native Level 4, Enchance Professional Athlete, Black Gold Ultimate Performance just to mention a few..

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Whats the history on your pup. Who did you get her from and what have they been doing with her for 5 1/2 months? Did they expose her ro gun fire? How have they socialized her?

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Anyone have any experience with this jacket? Advertised in Ugly Dog

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Have had a CZ Ringneck 28 ga for three years. Love it!! Usually use it as a back up gun on Texas quail. Pulled it out to use on some Kansas pheasants on a controlled shooting area last week and had great luck with it. Lots of fun to shoot.

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So let's review..All have been suggested...Worming, food, enzymes (prozymes, nzymes), stool samples (would still have to take them to a vet), scraping aound the eyes (who is going to analyze the scrapings...anyway, scraping around the eyes???), demodectic mites (you really didn't mean Democratic mit...

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OK..Maybe I'm too simple..Dont' experiment..Take her to the vet and then you will know for sure..Just my opinion.

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Anyone looking good so far in the all age?..Thanks

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I have both the Dogtra 2502 and the DT 2432. I agree with Ray that the buttons on the DT are harder to identify by touch. But I prefer the DT for the "deeper" tone of the beeper and the "jump and rise" function which I find useful if (in the rare case I hope) the dog gets on deer, rabbits, spots a s...

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Gosh..You train dogs..You handle dogs...Guess you feed dogs..You post running orders...You post results..They used to say the James Brown was the hardest working man in "show business" (if any of you guys and gals are old enough to remember James Browm)...Well, you've got to be atleast one of the ha...

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John..thanks for the heads-up..you are correct!...Congratulations to Rob!!!

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Well, as an outsider from GSP trials...but with years trialing another breed...absolutley ridiculous. Jr is obviously one of the premier AA dogs in the country.. Don't know since I'm not there...but may run alittle too big for some of the regional trial grounds. He is one of only a few dogs I am act...

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Would also appreciate input. But I see nothing wrong with getting a four or five month old pup started on introduction to birds, running in natural terraian,and exposure to the gun if you do not have the time or ability to do so. I think this can be accomplished in thirty days. No pressure...just ex...

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Hey Jack..Would love to see that pointer..Try emailing me that picture at jerry@panaband.com..Thanks..If he was up North, must be a good one!

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Good article in the current issue of Field Trial Magazine on this issue..Page 6...It Takes Guts to Win...Hope it helps...

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Those of us out here really appreciate your hard work!!

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My first question is what is "gun leary"..Right now I'm concerned about your Shorthair. What are you doing with him to make sure he is comfortable around the gun?..That makes me suspect on if your EP has been introduced to the gun. How old is the pointer? What kind of training has he had? How much p...

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Man...I'm getting rid of the Nikon and taking nothing but the cell phone to the field this year..(Well, might still try to stuff the Nikon in the vest just in case)

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Thanks for sharing!!..That picture of Jacks first find really isn't a picture..It should be a painting..beautiful..style..class..really can't ask for anything more imo..

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Alex...Give me a call anytime...972-523-5057

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We will be a Spearpoint Ranch. This will my my 4th trip to Spearpoint. Will be going back over Thanksgiving. While they do release pheasants for us ( and lots of them), there is also a good crop of native pheasants,quail and am told, prairie chicken. While it does cost alittle $$, I have found it to...

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While I shoot a couple of Benelli Montefeltro's ( like the simplicity of these guns), have always been intrigued with the 48 al. Have heard good things and at those price's would go for one. Think it would be an exellent choice for a 13 year old ( gosh..about 5.5 lbs..Could carry all day with no pro...

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Alex..We are headed to Lincoln on Oct 15. Will hunt for three days and go to Eureka to check out the Nationals and pick up a dog I've had in North Dakota for the Summer. As I mentioned earlier, the Hungry Hunter in Lincoln has some good " home cookin". Will be back for four days during Thanksgiving....

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Jack..If you don't mind me asking...Where around Lincoln do you hunt. My contacts are saying the same thing about the birds. I'm headed up from Texas is a few weeks. Might see you at the Hungry Hunter.

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After reading your post...I am sure Joe is just as proud of you!! Congratulations!

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Well, after reading page after page of this academic vs. practical discussion reading food..Ezzy..I don't care what your wearing, all I can do is quote Rudyard Kipling.."Your a better man than I am Gunga Din" !!

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Agree with Big Steve. You are still in control when your dog is steady to wing. Your in control if you take the shot or not. That is why it's important for me not to hunt with "meat hunters" but with "dog people". Hunting quail in Texas, a crippled bird can be in a hole in two seconds. Not sticking ...

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We usually just refer to those as "straggler's" or "sleeper's"

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Been hunting for 35 years with people of same attitude. Like Charlie, have never seen it happen. I am also particular with who I hunt with.

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Personally, I'm not really interested in shooting doubles and triples, so my dog's are steady to wing. The bobwhite's I hunt will run if it's not a "dead" kill. I want my dog on the bird before he can get away or get in a hole. If I'm shooting the bird, I think I have the reponsibility to collect th...

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Headed to Lincoln, Ks in a few weeks. A friend tells me pheasant numbers seem to be down some but quail numbers are up. I would think you'd get into birds...but would also like to hear from someone from the great state of Kansas.

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In my opinion, if you want a beeper function (which I like) get a DT. Have been using one for three years( heavy use, two dog unit) with no problem. Love the "jump and rise function". Beeper is a deep tone and easily heard and controlled from the transmitter. Dogtra a good second choice. If a beeper...

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Try Pete Thuman. He is outside of Houston. He has helped me in the past "break" my pointing dogs but works mostly on retrievers. Hard worker, good results, a no sonsense kind of guy..Hope this helps..His # is 281-375-6597. You would need to call for an appointment. He stays pretty booked.

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You might want to try Drs Foster and Smith. They have a "memory" foam bed that is less than Orvis, but much more than Wal Mart. Don't know if they come in a large size..That pointer is so good looking I'd let him sleep on anything he wanted too.

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Got to agree with Ezzy and Hustonmc on this one..Forget the cc. Let the dog have fun. I want a dog that get excited about birds. I don't take a 5 month old pup "hunting", but if he establish's a solid point and you can flush the birds (and he can handle the gun) I would shoot one for him. I wouldn't...

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I have been taking my dogs to "snake avoidance" training for the last five years.Did it in the 80's and early 90's as well. I consider it a critical part of an overall plan in protecting dogs from snakes.. They show no negative effects from the training regarding the use of the collar. My dogs have ...

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Thanks to all...good idea's. Use Kuranda beds in the kennels. They are great. Wife looking for something that will "blend" with redecorated family room. Think I'll be going with a couple from Orvis. Thanks for the idea Brenda..All great suggestions...Thanks again

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Hope this is a simple question. Need recommendations on tough, durable dog beds that will stand up to teething pups.. Indoor use. Will stay on the floor...Thanks

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Have a two hole box made by Creative Sports Supply and, actually, have been pretty satisfied with it. Was thinking about upgrading to their Pro Series 101 (3 hole). Certainly would appreciate any suggestions. I have also done business with Jones Trailer. Make a good product but also $$$$$. Doug, you...

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I also had some issues with Native (and I was having it shipped from Kansas City). Went back to Eukanuba and am very satisfied. (Don't know if Euk is considered by some as a "juiced up kibble"...and really don't care)

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Here we go again. The I know whats best for your dog argument. While I am convined that everyone on this board sincerly believes that they're feeding routine is best... even though some sound like they know everything and eveyone else knows nothing..I do think they mean well. However.. In all due re...

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Hey Chip, Very entertaining post! Now can we just get you to go to a bunch of these "town hall" meetings regarding health care? I have had dogs for 35 years and based on recommendations of two vet's, one in north Texas and one in south Texas, I have always fed what I believe to be a somewhat "high g...

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So if I understand it correctly...You bought a pup and bought a video based on the advice of the breeder. As someone that is new to gun dogs and considering your current stage of "frustration", I would once again suggest you seek some "hands on" advice rather than continuing with just video's...For ...

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I've got to agree with Charlie..Take it slower and bond with the pup and let him be a pup. You might also want to think about locating and joining a local retriever club and get involved. Could be a great source of information, encouragement and friendship.

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Congratulations to your brother!! I'm sure he is very excited...Whats the breeding on his dog?

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Thanks to everyone that posted comments and made suggestions on this issue about a month ago. Just got back from flying from Dallas to Illinois to pick up our new pup. Because of all the good input...I had no problems and he slept all the way home (as a matter of fact he is sleeping at my feet as I ...

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Don't know what your budget is...But you might want to take a look a Creative Sports Supply. I have a two hole DT 648 that I have been very happy with, but have not been in 30 below conditions. With the addition of a third dog at the house, thinking about upgrading to a three hole Pro Series 101..Th...

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