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by Gertie
Tue Sep 27, 2011 12:12 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Puppy feeding
Replies: 3
Views: 1179

Puppy feeding

I've had my pup just a few days now and was trying to just feed her twice/day. The problem is that she doesn't seem to be interested in eating more than a few bites at a time so I have had to leave the food out in order for her to get the recommended amount for her size. My question is, is this 'fre...
by Gertie
Sat Sep 24, 2011 8:17 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Got my pup today!
Replies: 4
Views: 1202

Re: Got my pup today!

Yup a setter. She comes from Performer and Sunrise lines. Sire came from Robertson Kennels in Idaho and the Dam was from Bar-Lee Kennels here in Bend. 10 pups total and I think 2 are still up for grabs. Feel free to contact me if interested. Couldn't be more pleased with the whole process. Met 'mom'...
by Gertie
Sat Sep 24, 2011 7:36 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Got my pup today!
Replies: 4
Views: 1202

Got my pup today!

I'm so excited! She's absolutely awesome. Very bold and independent but still just as sweet as she can be. I'm looking forward to many happy years. I took the week off from work (woot!) and am going to just hang out with her, teach her her name (Gertie) and work on crate/potty training. So much fun!...
by Gertie
Fri Sep 23, 2011 9:00 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Photo of the Day
Replies: 432
Views: 190465

Re: Photo of the Day

Beautiful picture. Looks like Fall!
by Gertie
Fri Sep 16, 2011 11:14 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Rattlesnake bites are on the rise
Replies: 18
Views: 5888

Re: Rattlesnake bites are on the rise

Thanks for all the replies and good information! I'm going to do some checking and see if I can get her into an avoidance class when she's older and ask my vet what she thinks of the vaccine. Btw, I had to work this weekend and miss the NW Regional NASTRA trial in E. Washington. Tell me again why I ...
by Gertie
Thu Sep 15, 2011 11:52 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Rattlesnake bites are on the rise
Replies: 18
Views: 5888

Re: Rattlesnake bites are on the rise

I heard something interesting from a biologist that works in the Grand Canyon area. They are having problems with rattlesnakes not rattling anymore. People have been killing them in these high recreation areas for so many years that natural selection has started selecting snakes that do not let thei...
by Gertie
Wed Sep 14, 2011 11:44 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: Hello!
Replies: 4
Views: 1512

Re: Hello!

Welcome and congrats on the pup! I'm also new to GDF and am picking up my first pup on the 24th. Exciting stuff! :D
by Gertie
Wed Sep 14, 2011 11:24 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Sign Up Sheet for Doc's Giveaway Contest & the winner is
Replies: 136
Views: 33657

Re: Sign Up Sheet for Doc's Giveaway Contest

Thank you! Please include me.
by Gertie
Sun Sep 11, 2011 10:59 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Upland Hunting Coats - Recommendations?
Replies: 12
Views: 8103

Re: Upland Hunting Coats - Recommendations?

I also have a Filson field jacket that I love. I work outside a lot and actually bought if for that purpose but have used it for hunting, getting wood, camping... whatever. Spendy but it has held up great over the years and great for layering.
by Gertie
Sun Sep 11, 2011 10:53 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Freaking out, lost pup
Replies: 87
Views: 46540

Re: Freaking out, lost pup

So sorry. I sure hope you find your pup. I do volunteer work at our local Humane Society and have seen a couple very happy reunions. I'll think positive thoughts for you.
by Gertie
Wed Sep 07, 2011 10:36 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Advice solicitation
Replies: 23
Views: 6877

Re: Advice solicitation

Sharon, I think it might be a little early as well. She'll be 6 wks. and 5 days. I think the litter came a few days later than the breeder had planned and he had already made arrangements to let the pups go home at an invitational hunt that a lot of his clients were going to be attending. He said he...
by Gertie
Tue Sep 06, 2011 11:56 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Advice solicitation
Replies: 23
Views: 6877

Re: Advice solicitation

Ok. So I'm developing a plan of attack here. I took the first week the pup is home off from work to hang out and work on crate training, going outside, socialization with my cat (don't throw anything!) and some of the local dogs that I know and trust and just generally playing with her and making he...
by Gertie
Mon Sep 05, 2011 10:37 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Advice solicitation
Replies: 23
Views: 6877

Re: Advice solicitation

Thanks for the advice. I've read 'Wing and Shot' and 'Gun Dog' and watched the 'Wing and Shot' and 'Training English setters' DVDs (Sherry Ray Ebert). I've heard good things about Delray Smith and am considering looking into some of his stuff. The breeder I'm getting my dog from is also a trainer an...
by Gertie
Mon Sep 05, 2011 9:15 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Advice solicitation
Replies: 23
Views: 6877

Re: Advice solicitation

Oops. Probably should have mentioned that :) She's an English setter (Performer/Sunrise lines). I'll pick her up in 3 weeks when she's about 6 1/2 weeks old. We'll be learning from each other for sure!
by Gertie
Mon Sep 05, 2011 3:18 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Advice solicitation
Replies: 23
Views: 6877

Advice solicitation

I am picking up my first upland hunting dog (had Lab and Chesapeake before) and would like to train her on grouse and chukar and am considering giving a go at trialing. Does anyone have any words of wisdom on training, socialization, equipment... whatever? Ya'll seem pretty knowledgeable and I would...
by Gertie
Sun Sep 04, 2011 9:15 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: From Oregon new to GDF
Replies: 8
Views: 2839

Re: From Oregon new to GDF

Thanks again. A friend of mine actually knows Jane (small world) and suggested that I contact her via facebook. Anyway, the plan is to head on up to Tri-Cities in a couple of weeks. Maybe I'll see ya there. Cheers.
by Gertie
Sun Sep 04, 2011 1:24 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: E-Collar
Replies: 13
Views: 6803

Re: E-Collar

Awww... that makes sense. Thanks for the clarification.
by Gertie
Sun Sep 04, 2011 12:13 pm
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: E-Collar
Replies: 13
Views: 6803

Re: E-Collar

Forgive my ignorance here but why would you want a hawk scream at all? What purpose does it serve? Again, sorry I'm new :?
by Gertie
Sat Sep 03, 2011 9:25 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Events
Replies: 6
Views: 2887

Re: Events

Hey 'dualsetter'. Just wanted to comment on that beautiful dog in your picture. What a beauty!
by Gertie
Sat Sep 03, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: From Oregon new to GDF
Replies: 8
Views: 2839

Re: From Oregon new to GDF

Thanks for all the info. and advice! I've been reading over the rule book and watching video on youtube but will do my best to head your advice have the whole thing memorized :wink: . I actually have that trial on the 17th and 18th on my calendar and am seriously considering taking a little road tri...
by Gertie
Thu Sep 01, 2011 11:54 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pedigree name?
Replies: 4
Views: 1401

Re: Pedigree name?

Thanks for the information. I guess I need to have a conversation with my breeder and see what's up. Nice to know some of the conventions for sure. Thanks again.
by Gertie
Thu Sep 01, 2011 11:53 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: From Oregon new to GDF
Replies: 8
Views: 2839

Re: From Oregon new to GDF

Thanks for the welcome. Bend is definitely a beautiful area. A little smokey this time of year but amazing all the same. Good chukar and grouse hunting in the area too. Looking forward to getting out there with my girl next season!
by Gertie
Thu Sep 01, 2011 8:19 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pedigree name?
Replies: 4
Views: 1401

Pedigree name?

I'm getting my first pedigreed dog and am wondering if I give it it's pedigree name or if the breeder does? Sounds silly but I honestly don't know what the etiquette is here.
by Gertie
Thu Sep 01, 2011 6:25 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: From Oregon new to GDF
Replies: 8
Views: 2839

From Oregon new to GDF

Hey there. My name is Holly and I live in Bend Oregon. I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my first hunting dog (Oct. 1). I am getting a female English Setter and plan to hunt grouse and chukar. I also joined NSTRA and am hoping to attend some trials to see what it's all about and if it might be ...
by Gertie
Thu Sep 01, 2011 5:48 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: A little about you...
Replies: 1099
Views: 847296

Re: A little about you...

My name is Holly, I live in Bend, Oregon and I'm a 33 year old wildlife biologist (i.e. bird nerd). I've bird hunted (mostly grouse and a little chukar) since I was a kid. My last dog was a yellow lab. that I rescued but she wasn't much of a hunter (loved frisbee though). I pick up my English Setter...