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Addicted to American Field Walking Trials ( setters), ( I love the competition and calibre of dog.) Hunt wild grouse/woodcock in Ontario and released pheasant ( all we got). Try to get out west for Huns if i can.

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aylaschamp wrote:..... I hope at least one or two of you smiled a bit when you read that? It's all meant in good humor.

I'm having fun here. Please let's not get into black GSPs. Let's see some more horses. Some of you folks need to lighten up . They are only dogs.

I say anxiety, but I could be wrong. I have a dog that was abused before I got her. ( Not saying yours was.) She does that for the first 10 minutes on a hunt before she settles in.

Depends where you live. In Ontario, Canada - $3 a bird.

I have a 4y/o large gsp 80 to 87lbs that I couldn't imagine being in better shape .I'm going to try to give as much info as I can .I feed him about 8 cups a day of regular Purina Dog Chow. He gets plenty of excercise.From time to time I give him imodium to calm his stomach before a hunt . About a m...

No. I stick to the tried and true medications.

As for any birds , much better to use a launcher. Gives you control of the situation.

This is very common.
People uses a variety of things- tuff cote, etc.
If you walk on salty sidewalks rinse the pads when you get home.

The bottom line for any programme is : Is it working for you. If it it isn't , it needs to be changed. The proof is in the pudding.

Make sure you get a good one. The cheap ones are too sensitive and react when the dog yawns etc.

I have a 15 month old Miller bred pointer pup and this is her first year on birds (wild quail and wild pheasant). She had been learning really fast and doing quite well. She actively tracks and finds birds switching from air to foot scent, points and holds points until I get there although she does...

Absolutely praying for your dog. The living God sees him and cares.

A GSP is meant to run and find birds. That's its' purpose in life. At 4 he is in his prime. Unless it is getting enough good off leash exercise, it will be "very active" in the home forever. :) A well -exercised, conditioned, properly fed ( not allowed to get fat), GSP - or any upland bird dog - can...

What, they didn't throw him out in the country? That the traditional way of dispensing of a dog/cat in our province.

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I'd forget training right now. Training takes firmness. It doesn't sound like he's ready for firmness. He possibly ( most likely?) was abused. Just love him , play with him and see what happens. I wouldn't let him solely bond with your wife if you are going to be the one training him. I hope it work...

Don't wrap it. I soak it in epsom salts. Doesn't heal fast - especially since you have to put weight on it. I use an Elizabethan collar to keep the dog from licking it.
If you run him too early it will split open and you'll be back to step one.

Looks good. I'm a teacher and I'd say an A+ pen. :) I use a small dog pen with tightly wound wire. Be careful keeping them outside on the ground. I lost all mine to a cat - sticking her paws through the pen managed to rip them some. It's amazing how far they can get a paw in. At trials I see them fe...

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Any word on the dog PFP ?

Excellent post . Thank you very much. I have a Pro so I'll rely on him. Should have thought of that myself. Thanks. PS I already have one dog like the one you described. We were in a derby trial and she was 10 months. Slammed into a point and held for the flush and the shot. Had never done that befo...

Thank you very much. I'm going to pass these posts on to my friend. I will be suggesting he sell the dog to a hunting home. fully disclose the dog's medical problems and vet fees etc. He is a breeder of integrity so I know this will happen, Thanks.

Sharon, You know the rabbit comes back on its own. It always gets me when someone says their beagle brings the rabbit back around to where I am. As long as the rabbit isn't pressured it will run a circle. Thats why a basset or beagle are so good is they are slow enough to allow the rabbit to circle...

Super hunting dog. Field trial Champion. Not bred since the rash started. Every likelihood that the rash will come back regularly ( even if sold).

Not a hound. I've had a hound rip a coon apart but that's as big as it gets. The Rodesian Ridgeback was originally bred to take down a lion. British Bull dog was originally bred to take down a bull. I doubt either of these breeds could handle a kitty cat now. :) When people love their breed they can...

What would you do? My friend's favourite dog ( He's a breeder.) has come down with another skin rash/condition. This is 4 times in one year. It has been an expensive year.The vet says some dogs are predisposed to this condition. This is his brood bitch. He doesn't want to sell her and put the proble...

My friend has the results of lyme disease so bad, he can't even take out the garbage.

If i were to buy a pointer - "started dog" - 10 months-( for trialing), what should I expect him to be doing? With my discussions with breeders , everyone's definition of a started dog seems to differ. #2 How can I tell if this started dog has potential or is going to be a loser? Some breeders say "...

A few things about the post- A Brit or GSP temperment is part blood and part how they are raised and trained. I have seen them both be bad dogs around people, kids, and other dogs and I have also seen the other side that makes you think they are the best family dogs this side of a lab. Brits benefi...

Shoot! I don't have a beard trimmer.

LOL You think like a policeman.

I just read a writeup in my field about 2 AKC brittany trialers/handlers that judged a shooting dog championship,their decisions were less than well recieved when they put a dog up for the RU Ch when his race was behind for 30 minutes of the hour bid where 3 finds were carded to the rear.As reporte...

If it's likely that the dog was bitten with the deer tick while hunting with you, I would keep an eye on myself. Could have been a deer tick infested area. Keep an eye for a bullseye like rash. Probably won't happen but it never hurts to keep an eye out. We have some strong concentrations of deertic...

Brian,,, man have you came to the right place to start a "breed vs. breed" thread. My personal view from what you have said is the GSP might be a better choice,,, in my experience they tend to enjoy water on the average more than the brits. Other than that one issue, its Dueces. Your going to have ...

I would be happy with a Brit or a GSP. ( I've had 2 GSPs.) Both are great in the house if they get enough exercise. The Brit is a little smaller and has more hair to pull burrs from. :) Both are good on birds if from the proper breeder and properly trained. If you're looking for an in the water retr...

Any ticked dog is a dalmation.

I've been to several Smith seminars and been very impressed . The "system" works . I wouldn't go any other way now.

This restriction is for dogs participating in trials not dogs hunting in the woods. The weight of the Garmin makes the dog think he has an electric collar on. Some dogs don't perform as well without an e-collar. People can always figure a way to cheat. I could tell you a hundred stories. The new tra...

Make sure you let us know what happens with the dog. I would have given my husband heck for not looking after my dog if I asked him to - however he probably wouldn't have noticed any problem. :wink: He wouldn't notice if a fire ripped through the house. I always say to him, "Why does the dog always ...

LOL Are you serious or tongue in cheek?
Nothing can make up for the thrill of a wild bird for a dog.

I remember though when they used to make pigeon pie.

I hear you though. The game birds in Southern Ontario are few and far between.

Is there an average dog - at scenting or anything ? I 've never met one. I've never seen a standard for average either - although some judges probably have one. (You definately don't want that dog that makes the judge pull his hat over his eyes and doze off.) :) Good question though ; makes one thin...

You get good advice on here.

prairiefirepointers wrote:I will try pming him. I loaned my brother some METACAM from my supply. So he has that at the very least...

You're brother's lucky he's got you.

Trying PMing dog dr on here. He may check his messages before Sunday night.

As this sounds like a problem that can't be fixed quickly, the emerg clinic wouldn't be much help except for pain meds.I'd wait till Monday. It could be one of many things. Hope it works out simply.

He's new and "just a pup" gentlemen . Give him a break. He gets to question the answers he gets. That's how you learn, Been there. He's probably long gone though so no need to worry.

E. " And next I will open up the complex topic of how do you hunt a dog broke on wild birds (pheasants)"..... You are a part of the team too. I don't want my broke dog moving out with the pheasant, but I don't have to stand there. I can move and shut off the pheasant's escape. My dog stays put and ...

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Every chance I get - grouse in the fall, released pheasant ( all we got), huns out west. Dog works for me, not the other way around . They can tell the difference ( 2 setters). We also participate in Shooting Dog Stakes every chance we get. Dogs have done well. :) Two dogs on pheasant works better, ...

Not to make it simple but maybe it is. You've got to do something about that chest guard. Cut it down or get another one. Rubbing in the arm pits is enough to slow any dog down. What is she running through? I don't know much about New Jersey. Corn stubble does that to my dog but if you're going thro...

I got a new electric collar ( for the dog), a second launcher ( for the dog), a pair of gold earrings ( for me), a call from my sister in Hawaii ( 72 degrees) and my brother on Vancouver Island (guide - salmon, halibut, mule deer, moose).

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