Gun Dog It Yourself

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/kJ3KH7leThA Tired of cookie-cutter dog training advice? In this episode, we dive deep with Stephanie Vachinsky of Method K9 to explore holistic dog training that goes beyond simple commands. Learn how to truly connect with your dog by understanding their drives, instincts, and individual needs. We're not just talking about "sit" and "stay" – we're uncovering the "why" behind canine behavior! Chapters: 02:49 Dog Training Fundamentals 23:49 Understanding Dog Drives and Instincts 32:44 Corrections and Rewards 1:07:14 Training Techniques 1:22:51 Crate Training 1:32:44 Adding a Second Dog Plus, we'll debunk common myths about dog training and explore the importance of structure, and communication. Whether you have a high-drive working dog or a cuddly companion, this episode will help you build a stronger bond and a better understanding of your furry friend. This episode is presented by: Standing Stone Supply ~ https://2ly.link/1vThi | Use Code: GDIY to save 15% onX Hunt Maps ~ https://2ly.link/1vThs | Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20% UplandGun Company ~ https://2ly.link/1vTiJ Eukanuba ~ https://2ly.link/1vTiZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2 of my discussion with Jon and Jessica Hann back a while ago. This part of the episode we focused in on field work and keeping things SIMPLE! Proper bird launcher setup and considerations Wild birds are the BEST teachers! Be FAIR! Breaking "trash" and other aversive training How to teach Whoa Importance of timing Presented By: ~Standing Stone Supply | https://2ly.link/1vThi | Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% ~onX Hunt Maps | https://2ly.link/1vThs | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% ~Upland Gun Company | https://2ly.link/1vTiJ --------------------------------------------- Supported By: ~Marsh Wear Clothing | https://2ly.link/1yJ7n | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save MORE!) ~Trulock Choke Tubes | https://2ly.link/1yJ7k | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon and Jessica Hann from join me to discuss their training program, clinics, and videos. They both truly value trying to educate the average dog trainer so they can train their own dogs themselves! The beginning of Perfection Kennel Training a "predator" as opposed to a "prey" animal Just keeping it simple! Step by step training Common mistake: Not actually understanding dogs! Bird introduction for a pup Gun introduction for a pup "Building of Tolerance" method for gun intro Common errors when introducing the gun Presented By: ~Standing Stone Supply | https://2ly.link/1vThi | Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% ~onX Hunt Maps | https://2ly.link/1vThs | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% ~Upland Gun Company | https://2ly.link/1vTiJ --------------------------------------------- Supported By: ~Marsh Wear Clothing | https://2ly.link/1yJ7n | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save MORE!) ~Trulock Choke Tubes | https://2ly.link/1yJ7k | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels returns to enlighten us on some realistic expectations and considerations when deciding to accept payment in return for training someone's dog. In a profession where theres no barrier to entry, what separates the trainers that can make a living from those that struggle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH --> https://2ly.link/1zQfw In this episode, we explore a modern and thoughtful take on force fetch with Chris Arminini of Full Send Canine. Learn how free shaping, marker training, and the NePoPo system are changing the game for retriever training. Whether you're a seasoned handler or starting your first dog, this episode brings clarity and innovation to one of the most debated training topics out there.

Watch & Subscribe --> https://youtu.be/vIei6PPzdNI Discover what it truly takes to become a professional dog trainer! Join Jason Baker and Austin Hayward as they share firsthand experiences learning the ropes under veteran trainer Scott Caldwell. Plus, get an exclusive look at Scott's insights on mentoring new trainers from the business owner's perspective. Including how kennel owners can finally find some interested and motivated help. For FREE! Perfect for aspiring trainers or anyone curious about the dog training profession. Highlights: 00:00 Intro 03:34 What is the military Career Skills Program (CSP)? 10:11 First impressions entering a kennel for the first time 17:14 The learning process for a brand new trainer 31:02 Noise sensitivity is NOT the same as gun exposure 37:15 Having someone observing and advising is invaluable 41:27 WHY are you doing that and what is the dog thinking? 44:50 "Reading the dog" 48:48 Every dog is different. So why are you training it the same?!? 53:55 Mentors need mentorees 01:00:00 Bird dog training is easier than pet dog training 01:04:02 Constructive feedback for the boss 01:10:38 Continued education on personal time 01:19:33 SURPRISE! Setter puppies! --------------------------------------------- Presented By: ~Standing Stone Supply | https://2ly.link/1vThi | Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% ~onX Hunt Maps | https://2ly.link/1vThs | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% ~Upland Gun Company | https://2ly.link/1vTiJ --------------------------------------------- Supported By: ~Marsh Wear Clothing | https://2ly.link/1yJ7n | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save MORE!) ~Trulock Choke Tubes | https://2ly.link/1yJ7k | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- Are you pushing your dog too hard—or not hard enough? In this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood aspects of bird dog training: pacing. Whether you're a first-time dog owner or a seasoned uplander, finding the "right pace" is critical for your dog's development and long-term success. Join us as we break down real-life examples, discuss common pitfalls, and share proven strategies to ensure you're building a confident and capable hunting companion. Highlights 00:00 — Setting the Stage: Why Pace Matters 07:32 — Signs You're Going Too Fast 14:18 — The Power of Rep-Based Training 22:47 — Building Confidence Through Clarity 31:10 — Real Stories from the Field 39:56 — When to Push and When to Pause 46:35 — The Emotional Side of Training 53:58 — Pacing with Young Dogs vs. Experienced Dogs -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! -------------------- Supported By: Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- Follow GDIY : Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- This episode is all about building a reliable handling foundation – the kind that translates to confident retrieves in the field and a true partnership with your four-legged teammate. We're tapping into the extensive experience of Bob Owens of Loneduck Gun Dog Chronicles to break down the crucial steps, from puppyhood concepts to advanced blind work, ensuring you're setting your dog up for success. 00:00 – Intro: Mastering the Art of Dog Handling 04:07 – Why Most Handling Mistakes Happen 10:32 – Handler Mindset: How Your Energy Impacts Your Dog 16:15 – Understanding and Anticipating Your Dog's Needs 22:49 – Communication is Key: Clear Commands & Signals 29:54 – Timing and Consistency: Crucial Handling Skills 37:11 – Common Hunt Test Scenarios & Solutions 45:05 – Adjusting Your Handling to Match Your Dog's Personality 51:28 – Navigating Unexpected Challenges in the Field 58:12 – Listener Q&A: Expert Answers to Your Handling Questions -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! -------------------- Supported By: Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- Follow GDIY : Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder what its like to train a dog that cant hear? NOT a dog that elects not to listen. But a dog that truly cannot hear. How big of a strain, if any, would it pose on your training approach? Ashley Easterday proved all of the trainers that have been crying from the rooftops for decades that you dont have to talk dogs to train them. Ashley adopted, trained, and hunts with a completely deaf English Setter that found his way from Michigan all the way to Nevada to live out his upland hunting dream! -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- Mark and Martha of Webfoot Outdoors joins us to talk everything Force Fetch! It's not just about the steps, but understanding your dog's perception and setting clear goals. Prepare to discover how to unlock your dog's full potential and achieve reliable, consistent retrieves! Force Fetch: More Than Just a Retriever Skill Mindset Matters: Setting the Stage for Success The Recall-Retrieve Connection: Why Recall is Crucial Table Manners: Introducing the Force Fetch Table Chain Gang Prep: Laying the Groundwork for Success The Quiet Mouth: Teaching Hold with Gentle Guidance The Toe Hitch Transition: Creating a Point of Contact Naming the Behavior: When to Introduce "Fetch" E-Collar Integration: Timing is Everything Groundwork: Extending the Training Beyond the Table -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! -------------------- Supported By: Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- Follow GDIY : Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH | Dog vs. Rattlesnake: A Cautionary Tale -------------------- Episode 302. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in this episode as we delve into a harrowing hunting trip that took a turn for the worse. Listen to the gripping story of a first-time dog owner whose dream trip to South Dakota with her young pup, Puna, became a fight for survival. What started as a meticulously planned six-week adventure, complete with first aid kits and emergency vet locations, quickly spiraled into a desperate race against time. This isn't just a story about a snake bite; it's about: The importance of preparation: Hear how meticulous planning can still fall short when faced with the unexpected. The crucial need for advocacy: Discover how the dog owners had to fight for their dog's life when veterinary professionals failed them. The terrifying reality of a snake bite: Experience the raw emotions as a seemingly harmless day turns into a nightmare when Puna gets struck by a rattlesnake. The shock of medical missteps: Learn how a series of misdiagnoses and incorrect treatments from multiple vets led to a desperate search for the right care. The power of community: Find out how a Facebook group became an unlikely lifeline, offering crucial advice and support. The unwavering bond between humans and their dogs: Witness the lengths these owners went to for their beloved Puna. Important lessons learned: Get key takeaways on how to be prepared and how to advocate for your dog in a similar situation including the importance of knowing what the standard of care is and practicing using any gear, especially carry gear. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves their dog, hunts in the field, and wants to learn more about the realities of snake bites. Will Puna make it? What can you do to prepare for the unexpected? Tune in to find out! -------------------- Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction and Background 00:02:30 Preparation for the Trip 00:06:30 Early Days of the Trip 00:10:00 The Last Day in South Dakota 00:15:00 The Snake Bite 00:18:00 Initial Vet Visit 00:23:00 Setbacks and Seeking Alternatives 00:35:00 Critical Condition and a Second Opinion 00:41:00 The Vet with Antivenom 00:47:00 Recovery and Reflection 00:55:00 Post-Incident Vet Visit 00:58:00 Incompetence and the Need for Advocacy 01:07:00 Venom vs. Poison and Snake Bite Myths 01:11:00 Failures and Lack of Reliable Information 01:18:00 Reflections and Looking Ahead 01:21:00 Lingering Issues and Final Thoughts -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- This episode dives deep into the force fetch method, revealing the secrets to using pressure—like the ear pinch—to create clear communication and build a better relationship with your dog. Learn why timing is everything, how to avoid common pitfalls, and why skipping steps can lead to confusion. 00:00:08 Understanding Pressure Types: An overview of different pressure types in dog training. 00:00:22 The Ear Pinch Method: Details on the ear pinch, a popular and effective training technique. 00:02:37 Building a Solid Foundation: The importance of a strong foundation to minimize the need for excessive pressure. 00:03:04 The Value of Experience: How experience helps trainers refine methods and reduce confusion for dogs. 00:07:04 Avoiding Over-Pressuring: Guidance on preventing excessive pressure that can hinder the force fetch program. 00:09:41 The Convenience of the Ear Pinch: Highlighting the accessibility of the ear pinch method, as your hands are always available. 00:10:14 E-Collar Integration: How to effectively follow up with an e-fetch, combining physical touch with electronic stimulation. 00:12:14 Timing is Key: Why timing is crucial for effective dog training, along with the right amount of pressure. 00:13:56 The Toe Hitch Method: Explanation of the tow hitch method and its mechanics. 00:16:00 Cautions with Skipping Steps: Risks of skipping the ear pinch and directly using an e-collar, which can lead to confusion. 00:17:24 Concerns with No-Pressure Methods: Discussing potential drawbacks of no-pressure methods, including prolonged confusion. 00:18:07 The Humaneness of Pressure: Balancing the need for pressure with humane treatment to build a better relationship. 00:19:46 The Necessity of a Mechanism: The need for a mechanism, like pressure, to ensure compliance, especially in challenging situations. 00:24:28 The Importance of a Consistent Mentor: Stick with one mentor to avoid conflicting advice and confusion. -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! -------------------- Supported By: Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY | Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH HERE ----> YouTube Ever dream of owning a duck hunting club with your buddies? Today's podcast we dive deep into the world of duck hunting in Tennessee with the owners of Martin Landing Duck Club. They invited us to share the fire and discuss their experiences turning a dream into reality, from finding the perfect property to the everyday challenges of swamp life. Highlights: -Duck Club Dream -Unique Challenges & Rewards of TN Duck Hunting -Duck Hunting Property -Camp Improvements | Revitalizing a 1969 Legacy -Dog Handling in the Swamp -Longtail vs Mud Motor -Buck Brush | Why Local Dogs Avoid It & Importance of Tracking Collars -Duck Hunting Strategies -Duck Sanctuary -Mallards are King --------------------------------------------- Presented By: ~Standing Stone Supply | https://2ly.link/1vThi | Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% ~onX Hunt Maps | https://2ly.link/1vThs | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% ~UplandGun Company | https://2ly.link/1vTiJ --------------------------------------------- Supported By: ~Marsh Wear Clothing | https://2ly.link/1yJ7n | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save MORE!) ~Trulock Choke Tubes | https://2ly.link/1yJ7k | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- Ever wonder what truly makes a dog a reliable retriever? This episode dives deep into the crucial, yet often misunderstood, stage of force breaking: the hold and carry. You'll discover why it's the foundation for a successful retriever and how to do it right. It might just change everything you thought you knew about dog training. Highlights: 00:00:00 Prerequisites for Force Breaking 00:03:01 Variety of Objects for Hold and Carry 00:06:13 Mindset Going into Hold and Carry 00:08:16 Starting the Hold and Carry Process 00:10:00 The Fetch Command 00:12:15 Transitioning to Walking 00:16:57 Hold vs. Fetch Command 00:17:44 Moving to New Objects 00:19:07 The Importance of Hold and Carry 00:19:38 Ear Pinch Purgatory 00:26:00 Using Birds in Training 00:28:03 Frozen Birds 00:31:49 The Importance of Consistency 00:34:07 Earning the Right 00:37:07 Dog Breed Differences 00:42:00 Common Mistakes 00:44:09 Is it Rewarding? 00:45:57 Can the Average Handler do This? -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY | Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I fix our retrieve?" --It seems many people are shifting back into a training mindset as there's been a recent increase in questions about force fetch. GOOD NEWS! A couple of years ago I compiled an entire series breaking down each component to Force Fetch from various experienced trainers. -------------------- This isn't just about making your dog retrieve; it's about teaching them how to learn, creating a deeper bond, and building unwavering reliability. Whether your dog is a natural retriever or not, force fetch formalizes the entire process, addressing issues like hard mouths and lack of consistent hand-offs. It's a step-by-step program, like reading a picture book, and each step is essential for long-term success. By using various objects, you're helping your dog generalize the skill and build confidence, not to mention learn how to turn off pressure. So, if you're looking to take your dog's training to the next level, this episode will show you the "why" behind the process, and help you better understand how to work with your dog, whether you're just starting out, or looking to improve what you already have. 00:03:56 - Defining Force Fetch 00:05:51 - Benefits for Dogs with Natural Retrieve 00:10:07 - The Importance of Each Step 00:13:33 - Preparing for Force Fetch 00:17:37 - Finding the "Problem Object" 00:20:10 - Helping, Not Forcing 00:21:09 - Creative Training Table Options 00:27:09 - Common Misunderstandings 00:31:50 - Importance of Command Selection 00:48:13 - Intangible Benefits -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY | Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WATCH | DELMAR SMITH: BIRD DOG & RODEO ICON WATCH | 300. More Than a Dog Trainer: The World of Delmar Smith -------------------- Episode 300! It's hard to believe it's been over five years since starting the show. It's been an incredible journey, capturing conversations with so many people from across the dog training and hunting world. Along the way, I've had the privilege of meeting and learning from some of the most respected voices in the space. That said, I recently had the opportunity to interview perhaps the most legendary name in the bird dog world—Mr. Delmar Smith. Over the course of a few days, we picked his brain, listened to his stories, and walked away with a treasure trove of footage. What began as a simple podcast episode quickly evolved into something more—a "docu-cast." Instead of just another interview, this project became a deep dive into Delmar's life, family, business, and the seemingly endless supply of stories that only a man like him could tell. In this special episode, I sit down with the friends who were along for the ride as we reflect on what it was like to get to know Delmar, hear his backstory, and experience firsthand the impact he's had on the world of bird dogs. -------------------- Highlights: 00:00:00 Introduction: The Delmar Smith Experience 00:01:15 Humble Beginnings & Shattered Expectations 00:06:15 The Mission: Honoring the Bird Dog Foundation 00:14:00 Dog Assessment & Confirmation 00:18:45 Delmar's "Accidental" Approach 00:23:30 Observation and Learning from Nature 00:34:45 The Changing Landscape 00:44:30 A Positive Mindset & the Serenity Prayer 00:50:00 The Smith Method & a Life of Intentionality 01:09:00 Training, Balance, and the Pursuit of Knowledge -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three professional dog trainers get together to discuss a variety of topics. Sometimes they agree. Sometimes they disagree. One thing thats consistent, they are all thoughtful and have their reasons for believing what they believe. WATCH: https://youtu.be/vxVsbaUlV2o Highlights: -You can only pick one pointing dog breed for the rest of your life. What is it and why? -If you can only train one obedience command in a dog, what would it be? -Debating the value of rewarding a dog in position or out of position (a.k.a. "Room Service") -Are dogs softer now than 20 years ago? What is a soft dog? -How does the average person balance the working side of the dog with the companion side of the dog? -What is the best type of pressure on Force Fetch? -If you can only have one training tool what would it be? -How much concern should people have over a potential E-collar ban? -Should we care about a dog's backstory when developing our training plan? -Whats more important in the bigger picture? Nature or nurture? - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every hunt camp is different depending on the people. Some camps are more focused on hunting while others are more social and relaxed in nature. This camp was a bit of both but was ultimately a result of getting a group of true dog nerds together who share the same admiration and passion for thoughtful approaches to dog development. WATCH HERE | https://youtu.be/qWe9A4xKBjI Highlights: -Transitioning from training birds to wild birds -Should you only take pointed birds? -The cause of your dog ripping birds -What impact does off season training have in building a wild bird dog? -Keeping training balanced so we don't overthink -Training dogs and instructing people are not the same -Measuring against objective standards -Sharing in the process and not just the steps -Grayson going through his check cord elements -Some processes are experiential and aren't intuitive at all -What decision influences is your dog noticing? -Is pointing elicited or is it obedience? -Teaching a stop in motion. AKA "Whoa!" -The value of verbal and contextual cues -Incidental surprise finds as well as dry runs in training - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whats more important in hunting camp than chasing birds, developing the best dogs, and trying to share what you love doing with others? This quick camp with buddies Ben Proctor and Scott Kinnane covered all those bases! Hunting Ruffed Grouse out West compared to up North Seeing birds on the ground prior to flushing Learning when to tap out and give up on a cover Are drumming counts dependable? Pronouncing "Acorn" Working one or two dogs on the ground? Experiencing multiple breeds The power of routine and Quinn's rebound hunt Impulse control Sometimes they may need to be amped up Building a quiet and enjoyable hunting experience with your dog Puppy walks! Wood the Wonder Dog What's new with BPro Kennels? Conservation is Seed for the Soil. Mentoring is Seed for the Soul - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Trulock joins us for an in-depth discussion on the factors that determine whether your shotgun choke performs as needed. Watch Here! Trulock Black Friday Sale ~ 30% off w/ a Free Gift! Highlights: What a choke is and why its important What are you out there to actually chase? The general decline of Bob White Quail in Southwest GA How long should a quality choke last? Every shotgun is different even if the choke is the same What is a spreader choke? Sometimes it is the shotgun....not the choke or ammo Mistakes aren't brand specific How to pattern your shotgun correctly Experiment with a variety of ammo loads Making adjustments in the field Flush vs extended chokes Do looks play a part? The 3 factors in choke selection Challenges with over constriction Where is TSS and non-toxic shot headed in the Uplands? What to do with rusty chokes - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Larson of the Birdshot Podcast joins me for a fireside chat to reflect on how our hunting styles and approaches have evolved over the years. This episode truly has something for everyone! Watch Here Highlights: Waiting on colder conditions during the early season Recapping Hartley's hunt A puppy run complete with fall drummers, porcupines, and bears?!? Reflecting back on being brand new to Ruffed Grouse Hunting Noticing the pattern in habitat You can get as into the weeds on learning habitat as you'd like but its not necessary Thinking back on our first hunts with our dogs Sometimes the best intentioned advice can create unfair expectations Whats the interaction between the dog and bird supposed to look like?! Larson figuring out his hunting style Larson's map scouting process and avoiding Aspen tunnel vision Balancing our scouting with the current conditions Flushing the bird- By reading the dog Shooting the birds- the 28 Gauge Kool-aid and load selection Retrieving the bird- does the dog have to retrieve? Cooking the bird- our approach is simple Stay open to learning! How about that Marsh Wear?!? Check out the Wheeler Jacket and Escape Pants! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I stopped off while on my way up to the Northwoods for a few weeks with Jordan Horak of Cato Outdoors . We hung out and ran some dogs through a few drills then sat down to record this conversation in which we talk about some hurdles or challenges for a lot of folks wanting to train their own bird dogs. Watch Here! The impact of wild bird populations on how we train. You don't need land and birds everyday to train a bird dog. Develop a language with the dog Find the highest common denominator Keeping sessions short and incremental. For both kids and dogs! Avoid being a greedy trainer Develop the dogs like a kid but don't TREAT them like a kid The dog worlds getting better about timelines and drive management Theres no ribbons given out for training Starting with a win Eventually you may have to push them through Sometimes they have to do it. Other times, do we really care? Pull away just one nuggets from these podcasts Small adjustments and building the toolbox You have to be able to adjust and not stick to just one way It should be FUN! ENJOY the process - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TerryAnn Fernando joins me to talk about why she favors trialing over testing and hunting. Having spent years in each activity with her Vizsla, Zara, TerryAnn offers valuable insights into what she enjoys about each one and what sets them apart. Watch Here Highlights: A positive experience at a JR Hunt Test results in the Accidental Bird Dog What appeals to TerryAnn more about trialing and testing? Do we lose any "hunt"by focusing on competing? The dogs know the difference between hunting and competing The learning curves for new hunters Are tests and trials the only real way to bring in new hunters in the South? Walking entry for horseback trials Trials or tests preference? Trials are just as welcoming as tests The way to appeal to younger and newer people is to actually act like want them to show up! Can you compete at a high level while focusing on hunting? Does it hurt to have a generalist dog as opposed to a specialist? Different context for each type of event Playing non bird dog events just for fun! Remember what its like to be the new person The motivation to write the book, The Accidental Bird Dog - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I spent a week bouncing around Montana hunting and camping on public land with Randall Lykens (Liberty Canine, LLC) and his brother Cory Lykens. We talk about everything in this one to include hunt stories, gear talk, and lessons learned. You don't want to miss this one! WATCH HERE! --> This episode has a number of clips and pictures sprinkled throughout. Please click the link to check it out and hit SUBSCRIBE while there! Highlights: Why did we come to Montana? Taking client dogs on hunt trips Linking the training field with the wild bird field for inexperienced dogs Paying attention to context clues Some dogs find birds. Some dogs happen upon them. Some trips are simply just unlucky! From the rattlesnakes to the habitat Our mobile camping rig setups Water, Power, & Fuel Truck bed Air Conditioning for the dogs Everyones favorite and least favorite moments of the trip Cory's Sage Grouse experience Quinn's retrieve refusal and how did I handle it? Lucy wins for the best impersonation of LEROY JENKINS!!! Porcupines, porcupines, and MORE porcupines! First impressions from hunting with our Upland Gun Company shotguns! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You never know who's paths may cross on these trips and when previous GDIY guest from episode 230, Tyson Bowden, messaged saying he was in the area we were able to link up. His buddy Lars Jacobson of Crispi Boots was his riding partner and we all got out in the middle of nowhere for a quick hunt and conversation. First impressions of Montana Overanalyzing and second guessing yourself What cover were the Sharptail Grouse in? Goals and expectations coming into the trip Keeping camp both mobile and efficient A quick break for hunting! Hunting large grasslands as opposed to agriculture The right boot for the upland hunter Boot height Boot Flex Boot material and waterproofing Insulated vs non insulated The importance of socks Introducing the NEW Crispi Gaiters! Shotguns only work if there are shotgun shells.... Drinking the 28 gauge Kool Aid from Upland Gun Company The dog power joining us in camp - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Riding a horse to chase bird dogs across the prairies of North Dakota will be one of the experiences that sticks with me for quite a while. Kenton Bryant, Dave Stover, and Will Dunn join me to discuss everything about the tradition of horseback field trials. Watch Here! History of horseback hunting in the United States Horseback field trials in the United States Impact of diminishing bird numbers American Field Trial is a lifestyle Trial dogs versus “hunting dogs” Superior independence on the edge of chaos Importance of mentorship  Range and capability of dogs Breeds and qualities in a field trial dog Horses and the nostalgia Ricky Bobby of the uplands Developing versus training Point ‘em or knock ‘em Pigeons on a pole… and horses? Can high caliber trial dogs be house dogs too? - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Revisiting the conversation I had with Del Whitman of D.C. Whitman Custom Gunsmithing discussing the basics of selecting the proper ammunition to effectively and ethically hunt your targeted game. This episode was originally released on Local grouse hunting update Pointer & flusher combo on grouse Getting into ballistics Appropriate ammo for vintage shotguns Low pressure loads Analyzing the ammo for the actual gun you're using The components of a shotgun shell High brass vs low brass? Assessing the types of shot Patterning the shot Lead vs non-toxic shot Shot size and the pellet count reference chart Different shot per barrel? Picking the correct shell off the shelf -- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is all about the ever neglected flushing dog! John Huddleston of Over the Mountain Kennels is a tried and true Boykin Spaniel man and joins me to talk flushing dog training and much much more. Watch Here! The 2025 St. Huberts Trial on February 8th and 9th is ready for Sign Ups! What makes a quality flushing dog? The proper range for a flusher Steadiness is more for safety than practicality? Style in the flush?! Breed standards on how each flushes Getting the dog hunting within range Young puppy walks with the whistle Steering the dog in the field Are we building drive in a young flusher puppy? The benefits of the place board Why is "sit" actually called "hup" in the flusher world The traditional dressing up for trials The level of retrieving required in the flushing field Flushing and pointing dog combos How did Boykins become THE South Carolina dog? - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Neiduski of Ugly Dog Hunting joins me for a discussion that spans a number of relevant dog topics which most of them simply come back to the question of "Why are we testing?" WATCH HERE! Impressions of the upland community through so many unique lenses Becoming a judge to become a better handler? Learning by seeing so many different dogs and handlers IF using a command then actually use it! Test jitters and nervousness Why are we testing? Where does ego fall into testing and preparation? "I'll fix that later" Are people losing the "purpose" of how we test? Some dogs find birds. Some dogs happen upon birds. Field search vs duck search criteria to earn a prize 1 in Utility Judging AND training by committee Tracking is the biggest wild card in NAVHDA The judges only get a limited window to view each dog Dream booking the duck search event Don't be afraid of new ideas! The Ugly Dog Podcast Ep. 22. Nick Adair- Gun Dogging It Yourself - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recalling episode 209. Wolves that was originally released on 9/12/23. One of the concerns for dog handlers in certain regions would be the presence of wolves. How concerned should you actually be though? Randy Johnson, large carnivore specialists for the Wisconsin DNR, joins me to discuss the species and how it impacts us as dog handlers. Cougars, Bears, & Wolves....oh, my! The historical timeline of wolves in Wisconsin The Gray Wolf pack structure and size Very territorial Depredation on local farms The ESA impact on responding to depredation Opportunistic feeders Their response to us entering their home range Human interaction The wolf conflict interactive map 95% of conflicts are on hounds and not bird dogs Rendezvous sites Our options in handling a conflict between wolves and our dogs Prevention is #1 The "tracking bell" vs "dinner bell" debate The "decoy" wolf leading to an ambush Disease crossover concerns -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not all professional gun dog trainers have the land and resources that are typically associated with training gun dogs. Josh Wiggins of Houston Dog Works joins me for a wide ranging conversation on his training perspectives that affords him the capability to train sporting dogs while living and operating in a major city such as Houston, TX. This is also what motivated him to start his new company Gundog Garage! Watch Here! Behavior modifications are the same as regular training Dog training pricing and gun dogs vs pet dogs Dog training is dog training BUT not all dog trainers are dog trainers Genetics absolutely matter! But they aren't everything! Genetics can overshadow training but training can also overshadow genetics Are you actually a 'team' if the dog is simply working to get it's own reward? Clarity of the release Management can and does fail Accountability is not always in line with fairness Dogs mistaking your kindness for weakness. (Letting them sleep in bed???) Dont skip steps. The dog SHOULDN'T know better. Is the juice worth the squeeze? Training gun dogs in urban environments with Gundog Garage People don't know what they don't know The tool doesn't change. Only its application Care as much about the dogs attitude as you do about the actual behavior - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is much more to breeding than just pairing up a male and female! Gretchen Zwerlein of V.D. Wildblumen Kleine Munsterlander joins me to discuss her process when it comes to making the decision to breed, whelping the litter, and her process when it comes to developing throughout the early puppyhood stages. Watch Here! Why the Munsterlander? What makes the German system produce consistent results? What made Gretchen decide to breed? Not all dogs are worth breeding The risk of breeding for the dam Doing right by the puppies right out of the gate with ENS and/or ESI? Exposing young litters to EVERYTHING! Turning puppies into problem solvers Make it challenging but not too difficult. Hope outweighing struggle. The vetting process and finding the right puppy buyers The puppy selection/matching process The checklist and wanting forgiving puppies Struggle leads to good stuff! The handoff to the new owners Noise sensitivity and exposure Who is "Toad"?!? Encouraging rewards away from us for close working pups Trainer's and their own dog's always need the most work - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danielle Prewett from Meateater joins us to discuss her new cookbook, Wild + Whole: Seasonal Recipes for the Conscious Cook. She also shares valuable tips and insights on preparing and savoring the meat you and your dogs have worked so hard for! WATCH HERE -What does "sustainable" actually mean? -The price and cost of buying meat -Eating only wild game and not buying ANY meat? -Plucking vs skinning vs breasting -What have your birds been eating recently? -Red meat vs white meat birds -"What grows together goes together" -"Hot and fast" or "low and slow"? -Neutral flavor oils with high smoke points -Preferred cooking methods -Common mistakes when it comes to cooking wild game -Field care and dry aging considerations -Introducing wild game to non hunters -Dont miss the Pheasant Cocovine or the Pheasant/Turkey cutlet recipes! PREORDER the cookbook due out on 10/8 - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm just dropping in for a quick recap of my recent trip to Montana. Also, since I haven't checked in solo for quite a while I have a few housekeeping items to check off the list! Some quick announcements and housekeeping A new puppy?!? From camper to mobile truck camping. A summary of my new system Getting to Montana with a stop off in MN Horseback trial in the ND grasslands?! Some bad luck starts Getting to camp and really breaking in the new shotgun! Hunting report Report cards for the dogs, birds, and gear A little bad luck persists Getting home and preparing for OCT! - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt | Come hunt with myself and Ethan of Standing Stone Kennels! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Czarnota of Iron Oak Dog Company sits down with me after his training seminar to discuss a number of topics that were addressed throughout the weekend. WATCH HERE What was the goal of putting on this style of a seminar? Active dog, reactive handler Leash and line management Be comfortable being uncomfortable Anyone thats really advanced is truly just good at the basics Pressure that both handlers and dogs are okay with Keeping the good attitude throughout "Space between the notes" Hope has to be higher than the struggle Room service and removing the "competition" Allow the dog to experience consequences The power of a check chord and back pressure The most efficient path to the reward is through us Maximizing intensity while maintaining stability via room service as opposed to mark and release Direct and indirect reward examples through Force Fetch Shaping behaviors doesn't mean we don't obtain the "have to" element The importance of "aquariums" Balancing the language and theory with hands on application Other influences and resources to explore - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a ton of information, opinions, concerns, and concepts out there when it comes to training dogs with electronic collars. One of the most qualified people in the dog training space to speak on the subject is Justin Rigney of K9 Services Unlimited. Justin landed in dog training and became a "professional student" What even is an "E-collar" Make the dogs addicted to the equipment When to introduce the E-collar Charging the stimulation Opposition reflex The dopamine box The E-collar is not just for brakes and corrections Justin's thoughts on the individual manufacturers of E-collars Dogs learn vis tactile pressure and our intentions do not matter! The benefits of an E-collar with a finger kick Different points of contact. Even on the tail?!? Pairing the E-collar with their nose? Momentary and continuous pressure confusion Be consistent in your commands and cues Activation stim becoming aversive stim? The dog must wear the tool frequently - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Armanini of Full Send K9 comes on to discuss and demonstrate his entire program of the "Unforced Force Fetch." Watch the Podcast Watch the Training (part 1) Watch the Training (part 2) What aspects of the traditional approaches motivated a new outlook? How many dogs were washed out because their genetics couldn't overcome a traditional approach? The language and theory behind the UFF process When do we name the behaviors? Is "hold" implied or a separate command? Where does the pressure come into play? From slip lead pressure to E-collar pressure Free shaping the retrieve as a young pup Room service payment in behavior vs rewarding out of behavior. Direct vs Indirect reward Successive Approximation and the power of frustration and struggle Do you have to start with shaping the retrieve even if you didn't start it as a pup? Naming the "fetch" command The variety of items to use on the table Making the table itself challenging for the dog Getting on the table and walking through the steps of the process Whats the difference between a slip lead and the toe hitch? Whats wrong with the ear pinch? Leaving the table and going to the ground Accidentally pairing a correct with the command - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the value of continuous learning and the importance of embracing new perspectives in dog training. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's always room to grow by stepping outside your comfort zone. I'm joined by Randall Lykens of Liberty Canine, Justin Rigney of K9 Services Unlimited, Tim Andrews, and Chris Armanini of Full Send K9 for an insightful discussion on how trainers in the gun dog community—and beyond—can benefit from incorporating fresh approaches into their training routines. Watch Here! The dog's perception of pressure while in drive Impulse control and the value of the dog taking a lesser reward while in drive You may THINK you want the dog with the highest drive.... Charged markers and owning the dog's stomach via food Why do these guys train the way they do? Create a world where the dog cant self reward! Getting the enthusiasm WITH the control People's reluctance to consider new approaches Everything evolves Women are better trainers and the impact that has had within dog breeding Preparing for pressure and theres not a one way fix for everything Old school pressure on/pressure off training gets boring. Make training ENJOYABLE again What is actually in it for the dog to retrieve? Teaching the out and how Force Fetch can actually be used to fix barking and leaking You are your own architect to your training process. Make some art! The dogs are constantly analyzing us The hardest aspect of training is the human Dogs are master manipulators and ALWAYS studying you! Randall Lykens | @liberty_canine_llc Justin Rigney | @k9servicesunlimited Tim Andrews | @mitswerdna Chris Armanini | @fullsendk9training - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm joined by Mark Dinsmore who is here to remind people that you cant have effective training without appropriate planning and focusing on the execution of the plan. Watch Here! Trialing an EB in France European vs US trials "French" or "Epagneul Breton" and comparing them to the "American" Brittany Start with a specific goal in mind Break your goal down into individual steps Set yourself up for success or failure with the "6 P's" Adapt when necessary What works for you may not work for me! FOCUS on your dog! Take ownership and make the mistakes to learn We don't want "perfect" dogs in training The rule of 3s Proof the behavior! Dont let the dogs get bored! The importance of body language The rope theory with obedience Stop working to failure! - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt | Come hunt with myself and Ethan of Standing Stone Kennels! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Edstrom comes on to discuss how the 'best' Ruffed Grouse dogs are proven on wild birds in cover dog trials. Its the catch and release approach to Ruffed Grouse Hunting that George Bird Evans used to long for in his writings! WATCH HERE Learning under a "legendary" trainer Did we lose anything through the decades of "wash outs"? From retrievers to horses to grouse dogs Painting a picture of a true cover dog Running to the "edge of the bell" Walking us through a brace How are cover dog judges qualified? What exactly are the judges grading? The impact of the handler's approach within a brace Two types of people: 1- they like dogs and 2- they like THEIR dog Real wild bird hunting in these trials The trial seasons in fall and spring The "super bowl" in the cover dog game Breeds competing in the trials No flushing dogs? Wild bird trials are more romantic "Singing" to the dog - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the much anticipated early bird hunting season finally upon us in a few weeks, I've received quite a number of emails and messages concerned about snakes and questions about the Rattlesnake Vaccine so I thought it would be worth republishing the episode I recorded last year with Chris Jenkins of the Orianne Society where we talked everything snakes and how it pertains to all of us with dogs. Why are we doing a snake episode? Addressing the fear of snakes The overlap of bird and reptile populations Do specific snakes smell differently than others for a dog? Types of venomous snakes and the regions they are found "Safe" temperatures for snakes to stay underground "Venom" vs. "poisonous" and the types The vaccine. Effective or not? How does Chris keep his dogs safe from snakes? Snake aversion training Non venomous snake bite concerns The make up of a bite: dry/wet, location, etc. Breaking snake myths - Snake Talk Episode 83. "Snakebite in Dogs with Dr. Schaer" Quail Forever Article "Snakes and Turtles and Quail, Oh My!" - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan McIntosh of Southern Wires Kennels joins us to share his journey and insights from establishing himself as a professional dog trainer in the demanding Texas heat. Tune in to hear about the challenges he faced, from finding his preferred training approach to building confidence in the process.  WATCH HERE Deciding to take the plunge into professional dog training A variety in training and hunting for your dog Learning curves and advice in becoming a pro trainer Get creative to take the road of the least pressure Defining a "soft" dog Heeling struggles Piecing together the steadiness process Instances where a flank collar was necessary Dont skip the check chord work! Using "whoa" in the West method Tips for working dogs in the heat Balancing client dogs with your own dogs Hunting Hungarian Partridge - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd and Jocelyn Sackett from Sweet Briar Pet Transport joins us to discuss how their unique service can add efficiency and convenience to your travel plans. Whether you're working with a trainer across the country or trying to figure out how to fit in that dream trip without sacrificing days of travel time, a professional pet transport service might be the perfect solution! Watch Here From packing firewood in Alaska with New Foundlands to starting a Pet Transport service out of Indiana Covid shut downs proved there was a need for a quality pet transport service Acquiring the vans and breaking into the market A valuable concept recognized by professional dog people Requirements getting started: USDA certification, Insurance, and the rig Built and planned with potential breakdowns in mind They aren't paid to train. They are paid to transport them safely. The emergency vet protocol Puppy travel requirements Older dog special needs The feeding process per owner's instructions Rest break process and procedure Pricing and scheduling Can help you save on surgical & reproductive costs with reaching other regions Breeding hookups Keeping owners updated in route - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kristofer Sandlund from Sweden joins us to share his perspectives on hunting, training, and living with dogs in Sweden and compare them to the practices in the US. Watch Here Getting started with hunting dogs in Sweden Duck Tollers to Kleiner Munsterlanders Calling in Hazel Grouse How to hunt the 'horror bird' Cappercallie Grouse Where to find the Willow Ptarmigan Cultural differences: no ecollars, no crates, no shooting training birds Dog trialing with seagulls?! Obtaining a hunting license in Sweden The shotgun culture compared to the US Conservation practices and protections Kristofer's dream hunt - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we close out Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the upland slam in Part 3 originally released on 9/6/22. Ruffed Grouse Chukar Blue Grouse Spruce Grouse Sage Grouse Upland Slam Taxidermy Woodock Willow Ptarmigan Rock Ptarmigan Whitetail Ptarmigan Are Snipe and Rail being left out? Closing out Bella the 3rd dog The best and worst "behaved" birds for the dogs The best and worst tasting birds The most and least fun birds to chase - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Warren of Southern State K9 returns in part 2 of the discussion on building and utilizing markers in your training. You also cant discuss markers without at least a working level of understanding when it comes to reward structures so we explore that topic as well. Watch Here! Think of it as training with Dopamine rather than training with rewards Dogs are selfish and thats a good thing! Keep realistic expectations for your dog Chunking and isolating each individual behavior Paying in position and reward hierarchy (Steadiness!) The power of removing the game by using Negative Punishment (P-) Something you need to build anticipation and drive Building drive in an inexperienced dog vs a suppressed dog Getting the dog to come off the line with enthusiasm! The send off! The "Premack principle" and playing the game How to break away from the old way and get into a new methodology Start with building your markers! - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we continue Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the upland slam in Part 2 originally released on 8/30/22. Where did the journey begin? Does a hunting journal help with being a better hunter? Hungarian Partridge (Huns) and Sharptail Grouse (Sharps) Prairie Chickens Pheasant Bobwhite Quail Mountain Quail Valley Quail Mearns Quail Gambel Quail Scale Quail - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I wish the dog could understand what I'm saying!" A very relatable request or wish that any dog trainer has probably uttered at some point or another. The truth is though, with the proper approach and consistency, you can get the dog to at least understand "yes" or "no" which does allows you to communicate more effectively with your dog. Jared Warren of Southern State K9 joins us in a two part discussion on building and utilizing markers. You cant discuss markers without at least working level of understanding when it comes to reward structures as well. What is a "marker" The types of markers: reward, duration, terminal, indirect reward, negative You're actually using markers whether intending to do so or not Dog training isn't just one way ~ "There are 9 million ways to Rome" Sometimes the best option is to go backwards and reset Charging the marker "Free shaping" vs "luring" Luring = "mechanical shaping" Mark and....release, keep going, reward The hope of reward has to outweigh the struggle of behavior Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you don't miss Part 2 next week! - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt | Come hunt with myself and Ethan of Standing Stone Kennels! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we start Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the Upland Slam that originally released on August 23, 2022. This upland slam series is unique in that Jim doesn't chase the slam for himself. Jim counts the upland slam for each individual dog. From Vizslas to German Shorthair Pointers Pheasant hunting with pointing dogs or flushing dogs? What is the Upland Slam? Learning curves and preparation Starting all the way from zero on the list! No previous birds counted. Hunting standards and requirements The slam is by dog and not just the handler! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we're joined by Ben Fretz from North Country Sporting Dogs to discuss the most common concerns in the dog training world. Whether you're a DIY trainer, a professional, or a dog owner who hires a trainer, one truth remains: every dog is unique and won't follow the same path. However, the pressure often mounts once a date is set on the calendar. Ben shares his insights on why patience isn't just a virtue in dog training—it's a requirement. Tune in to learn how to stay calm and focused on the individual needs of your dog, regardless of the timeline. Watch Here! It's important to have goals. Just not at the expense of the dog. Is there more concern over impatience at the entry level or the advanced level of testing? Teach developing skills rather than passing a test Focus on the relationship and handling skills Better ways to expose new owners and pups The proper foundation requires patience The only people that have real deadlines are pro trainers. Not DIY trainers. A calm mind to train doesn't meant you punish or suppress the dog to achieve it You don't always have to have birds Troubleshooting problems. Whats actually causing the dog to crunch birds? Troubleshooting undesired behaviors with consistency Fun energy creates more fun BPro kennel comparison Ben's Youtube hunting videos | Echo Of The Shot - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices