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by Brittguy
Sun Jun 05, 2011 4:53 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Getting started in Field Trails and Hunt Test???
Replies: 30
Views: 6403

Re: Getting started in Field Trails and Hunt Test???

If you could join a local club , especially one that is of your breed if possible. That would be the easiest . You would make friends with people knowledgeable with your breed and you would be on mailing list for trials, hunt test, fun training days ,etc.
by Brittguy
Thu Jun 02, 2011 8:20 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Hot Sun and White Coat
Replies: 15
Views: 4446

Re: Hot Sun and White Coat

Think about how popular white Pointers are in the South.
by Brittguy
Mon May 30, 2011 5:04 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 49 day rule
Replies: 40
Views: 11771

Re: 49 day rule

If the breeder lets his puppies go at 7 weeks you do not want your puppy left alone for 3 more weeks , even if he makes special effort to socialize.
We let our puppies go at 7 weeks . We have many repeat clients and have observed no problems.
by Brittguy
Sat May 28, 2011 4:40 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Impulse control
Replies: 5
Views: 1522

Re: Impulse control

that was a LOT of control. Too bad we will never know what he was thinking. :)
by Brittguy
Wed May 25, 2011 8:16 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeder Viewing registration???
Replies: 12
Views: 3045

Re: Breeder Viewing registration???

the breeder should be able to give sire,dam, litter registration and if it was restricted. With that information your friend could contact AKC and explain problem.
by Brittguy
Tue May 24, 2011 10:02 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: size of birdfields
Replies: 1
Views: 792

size of birdfields

What size are NSTRA birdfields
by Brittguy
Sun May 22, 2011 4:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: .209 inserts for a NEF .32
Replies: 5
Views: 1514

Re: .209 inserts for a NEF .32

I have used a 209 primer pistol for quite a few years. Once I had a box that gave me the same problem. That was the only time, so I suggest trying some different primers
by Brittguy
Tue May 17, 2011 9:37 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Size of Housing?
Replies: 8
Views: 2868

Re: Size of Housing?

definitely invest in length over width. Mine are 12X4 and work fine. Four foot width seems pretty common . If I had to build a kennel for only one dog I might go to six width so they could stay away from stools easier and also if you get a long tail breed it may help to not get tail banged up too mu...
by Brittguy
Wed May 04, 2011 1:28 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Unexpected Change in Behaviour
Replies: 9
Views: 2405

Re: Unexpected Change in Behaviour

check her hearing
by Brittguy
Sun May 01, 2011 7:37 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Brittanies Do It Again
Replies: 4
Views: 2093

Re: Brittanies Do It Again

Congratulations, exciting performances make for a fun weekend
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 27, 2011 7:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: I am asking a lot of questions - sorry?
Replies: 12
Views: 3745

Re: I am asking a lot of questions - sorry?

Many dogs will never be field champions no matter how much work they receive.So be prepared to either be willing to sell the dog after you have put a lot of time and emotion into him so you can get another, and another or be willing to own a lot of dogs.Sometimes you get lucky and this doesn't happe...
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 27, 2011 4:34 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Barrel dent ?
Replies: 7
Views: 3104

Re: Barrel dent ?

I guess each dent could be different, I had a friend that fell with his gun and dented the barrel. He had it repaired and you could never tell that it had been dented.
by Brittguy
Tue Apr 26, 2011 12:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pigeon Food
Replies: 19
Views: 11074

Re: Pigeon Food

I feed poultry starter/game bird pellets. 20% protein I think 3% fat. They do very well on this. At my mill it cost 13.50 a bag.
by Brittguy
Mon Apr 25, 2011 12:15 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Amatuer Gun Dog Win and a new "AFC"
Replies: 15
Views: 5948

Re: Amatuer Gun Dog Win and a new "AFC"

CONGRATULATIONS!! I guess you are going to the championship
by Brittguy
Sun Apr 24, 2011 8:34 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: How Do You Deal With a Dog In Heat?
Replies: 17
Views: 4945

Re: How Do You Deal With a Dog In Heat?

I have had females in the house that kept themselves so clean that we have never found a trace of blood except maybe a drop or two on their bed. Maybe you will have this problem
by Brittguy
Fri Apr 22, 2011 9:53 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Bad Judges
Replies: 8
Views: 4672

Re: Bad Judges

I am curious why he was asked in the first place? Certainly must be well known problem because I cannot imagine removing a judge because one or two people complained.I bet we all have run under someone we would not have chosen.
Just tell him how you feel and I bet he will not want to judge :)
by Brittguy
Fri Apr 22, 2011 9:08 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Bad Judges
Replies: 8
Views: 4672

Re: Bad Judges

You can make judge changes with AKC approval. Don't know the procedure , but I have seen judge changes at the last minute when I am pretty sure they could not have contacted AKC. They probably just notified AKC asap.
by Brittguy
Thu Apr 21, 2011 9:47 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Diesel trucks? What's your MPG?
Replies: 22
Views: 7366

Re: Diesel trucks? What's your MPG?

I have a dually F350. Pull a heavy gooseneck w/living qtrs. and 3 horses sometimes 4 but it seems to make no difference in fuel mileage. Depending on how flat the country is and how fast I drive , I will get between 9.5 to 10.5 . Before I went to diesels I pulled this same trailer with a 460 gas For...
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 20, 2011 10:17 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Flyng tips?
Replies: 3
Views: 1579

Re: Flyng tips?

Make sure your crate is airline approved and proper size. It has been a long time since I shipped but I think you need two dishes . Small ones that clip to crate door. I have never done this but if I were shipping again I think I would try to secure the door with a plastic tie as a safety measure. I...
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 20, 2011 7:32 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Crate Size?
Replies: 26
Views: 6048

Re: Crate Size?

I think the smaller crate will be alright in size but I have a feeling it will not solve the problem. When he was at the vet did you have him checked to see if there could be a medical problem?
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 20, 2011 7:29 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Lyme Disease
Replies: 30
Views: 7049

Re: Lyme Disease

He is almost finished with his meds. I will make another appointment soon for blood test. He is acting fine took a 3rd in all age two weeks ago. I haven't been working him outside of running him in that trial.
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 13, 2011 7:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Frustrated with my Homing Pigeons
Replies: 6
Views: 3615

Re: Frustrated with my Homing Pigeons

Did you train them by letting them walk outside on a landing board? When you feed make a noise maybe shaking a can with pebbles .That way they associate the noise with food and will come in. Let them out before you feed. There is a good post in the hall of fame section about pigeons
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 13, 2011 10:07 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Panic snaps
Replies: 6
Views: 1462

Re: Panic snaps

I have them on the trailer ties because that is the way they come. I don't like them either.
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 13, 2011 10:00 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Scout and hamdler
Replies: 111
Views: 20581

Re: Scout and hamdler

Ray did a very good with scout job description . I could add two things. 1. If he is bringing dog to the front and time permits he could take him hunting. Most often this would be a hour stake. 2. Keep your mouth shut. Do not feel you have a need to tell everybody what a wonderful job and all the th...
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 06, 2011 7:16 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: How Does Your Dog Point?
Replies: 7
Views: 3762

Re: How Does Your Dog Point?

If you try using a check cord you may find that it will take just a very slight amount of resistance to make her stop and hold from a distance.
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 06, 2011 1:43 pm
Forum: Horses
Topic: Looking for a wrangler
Replies: 4
Views: 5925

Re: Looking for a wrangler

I would suggest you contact the field trial secretary of the trial you attended.
by Brittguy
Wed Apr 06, 2011 10:16 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Two Brittanys found in Norrth Dakota
Replies: 6
Views: 2059

Re: Two Brittanys found in Norrth Dakota

they have been reunited with their owner.
by Brittguy
Tue Apr 05, 2011 1:10 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Two Brittanys found in Norrth Dakota
Replies: 6
Views: 2059

Two Brittanys found in Norrth Dakota

Two Brittanys have been found in Page North Dakota. Both are liver & white. They have collars with name of Dale Meyer, but it appears that he was the trainer and don't remember anything about them. You can call 612-919-2700 to get information.
by Brittguy
Tue Apr 05, 2011 6:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Watering down a Title
Replies: 83
Views: 15697

Re: Watering down a Title

I guess that would be acceptable, he could still go for his amateur field champion title.
by Brittguy
Sat Apr 02, 2011 6:59 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Lyme Disease
Replies: 30
Views: 7049

Re: Lyme Disease

Well I have a copy of the test report. Short version is Borderline (1) . Comment : There is no serologic evidence of exposure to the causal agent of Lyme disease. These results are most consistent with vaccination and/or natural exposure to Borrelia burgdorferi. If clinical signs of Lyme disease are...
by Brittguy
Fri Apr 01, 2011 7:15 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Lyme Disease
Replies: 30
Views: 7049

Lyme Disease

Too early to tell how much of a problem I have.Blood test were done because of inconsistent performance.He still can perform well, in fact he won a 18 dog all age stake last week, but other times he is just not himself. Blood test shows titers too high for a neg. and too low for a certain positive.I...
by Brittguy
Wed Mar 30, 2011 7:01 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What would you choose.....Male or Female?
Replies: 9
Views: 2467

Re: What would you choose.....Male or Female?

If the puppy is for a breeding program a female gives you chance to breed to the top males of your breed ,also you have a chance to observe all of the puppies from each breeding. If you have a male most likely the people with top bitches will not be lining up to breed because each owner will have di...
by Brittguy
Tue Mar 29, 2011 3:05 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Shooting birds on the ground to fix flagging?
Replies: 14
Views: 5022

Re: Shooting birds on the ground to fix flagging?

I was told this by a dog trainer from CA. I have done it and it works.
by Brittguy
Wed Mar 23, 2011 4:50 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: loosing hair after fight?
Replies: 7
Views: 2899

Re: loosing hair after fight?

I don't know if it could be stress, but I worked with a man that went completely bald because of stress caused by the death of his young son. His hair grew back, I don't remember how long it took but it seems like it was quite awhile.
by Brittguy
Mon Mar 21, 2011 6:32 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Range
Replies: 8
Views: 3520

Re: Range

I believe dogs can be shortened . I don't feel the same way about increasing range, I feel it is genetic but I have seen big running dogs come from foot handled gun dogs and short running dogs from all age dogs. I feel you can tell what you have by 6 months if you have been giving him enough opportu...
by Brittguy
Fri Mar 18, 2011 6:15 am
Forum: Training
Topic: sending a 1 year old for professional training
Replies: 8
Views: 3499

Re: sending a 1 year old for professional training

For most dogs I think 10 months is probably too early to break to wing and shot, but that varies with the dog. So with that part of the training I would say try if the dog tells you he is ready but don't put a lot of pressure to get this part done.
by Brittguy
Thu Mar 17, 2011 9:09 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Loyal tsunami French Brittany
Replies: 5
Views: 1403

Re: Loyal tsunami French Brittany

Yes, that is a very touching video.Yesterday a person posted on the Brittany forum that it was reported on MSNBC that Kenn Sakurai president of Butch Petfoods of Japan rescued them
by Brittguy
Wed Mar 16, 2011 9:34 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: sending a 1 year old for professional training
Replies: 8
Views: 3499

Re: sending a 1 year old for professional training

Don't worry, they have good memories, it will be like he never left. He is at a good age and you are giving him enough time to get things accomplished. If you picked a good trainer you should be pleased with the results.
by Brittguy
Wed Mar 16, 2011 11:02 am
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: newbie
Replies: 1
Views: 265

Re: newbie

Welcome, I enjoy this site very much. I am sure you will also.
by Brittguy
Sun Mar 13, 2011 4:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need to send a puppy to Michigan
Replies: 22
Views: 6798

Re: Need to send a puppy to Michigan

that don't sound too bad , especially if they deliver to his door. Looking at his point of view. The crate cost, at least he has a crate afterward. I usually pay health paper cost not the buyer. Maybe I am wrong???
by Brittguy
Tue Mar 08, 2011 8:57 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: blanks or primers
Replies: 9
Views: 5502

Re: blanks or primers

I'm pretty sure AFTCA approved 209 primers in championships
by Brittguy
Tue Mar 08, 2011 10:07 am
Forum: Training
Topic: blanks or primers
Replies: 9
Views: 5502

Re: blanks or primers

209 primers are plenty loud to get the job done, and very cheap
by Brittguy
Tue Mar 01, 2011 5:14 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Walking Field Trial.
Replies: 29
Views: 7164

Re: Walking Field Trial.

DITTO 100%
by Brittguy
Tue Mar 01, 2011 2:48 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: New from Columbus, Ohio
Replies: 3
Views: 530

Re: New from Columbus, Ohio

Welcome, Starting March 12 and going thru March 22 Brittanys will be having trials at Tri-Valley Wildlife Area near Dresden Oh. That is not very far from Columbus. Buckeye Britt Club will be March12 to 15th. Then a Shooting dog championship and from March 19 through 22 the Ohio Brittany Club. If you...
by Brittguy
Sat Feb 26, 2011 10:20 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: can you register a short hair britney mix?
Replies: 59
Views: 14656

Re: can you register a short hair britney mix?

Ron R wrote:Apologies because I have not read anybodies replies but I'm sure the dog could be registered as a "hybrid" if both parents were purebred and registered. Example, laboradoodle and all that other garbage.

What registry does this?
by Brittguy
Thu Feb 24, 2011 12:39 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What are cost to send a dog on the trial circuit
Replies: 79
Views: 15678

Re: What are cost to send a dog on the trial circuit

What does this all have to do with cost of sending a dog on the trial circuit??
by Brittguy
Mon Feb 21, 2011 8:51 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: dog can climb
Replies: 20
Views: 7329

Re: dog can climb

If cannot cover the outside kennel then use a hot wire with a controller same as use with livestock. They will only hit it once.
by Brittguy
Mon Feb 21, 2011 8:42 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AA,any in mich.?
Replies: 6
Views: 1749

Re: AA,any in mich.?

there are 3 Brittany trials each season at Ionia. Check AKC.org for dates. Will Langely is usually at these trials and he has horse he will rent. Nice grounds to watch dogs. You can walk if you wish, but after one brace you will probably change you mind about that.
by Brittguy
Mon Feb 21, 2011 8:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Just curious as to the explanation
Replies: 161
Views: 28939

Re: Just curious as to the explanation

Been reading some of this and I wonder why so many get sucked into having their chain jerked by someone that will never understand.
by Brittguy
Fri Feb 18, 2011 1:23 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Skeet shooting game!!
Replies: 1
Views: 640

Re: Skeet shooting game!!

Thanks, that is fun I saved it to favorites