The Bird Dog Babe

I created this podcast three years ago to find and connect with other women interested in upland hunting and all things bird dogs. I was, and continue to be, eager to learn and be inspired. In the process, I've been listening and understanding what women want. My goals and mission are now focused on that; making opportunities available for like-minded women to connect and get started and involved more easily. In this closing episode, I share my gratitude for everyone who has inspired and supported me on this journey. Continue the journey with me and so many others over at HerUpland! HerUpland.com   HerUpland Podcast #18| HerUpland's New Beginnings HerUpland Podcast #19| 2023 Pheasant Fest/Quail Classic

Andy and Amanda Doak live and love all things bird dogs, hunting, conservation, and NAVHDA (North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association). For those that have experienced the friendships made through your involvement in NAVHDA, you can relate to this conversation about the personal gain that comes not only from those relationships with other people but also with your dogs. Andy and Amanda's gratitude inspires them to give back to the organization at the local and national levels. Andy shares more about why he is currently running for the vice president position of the NAVHDA International board. Voting ends on Nov 16, get your votes in!  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt  6:00 Andy's start into hunting 11:20 Amanda's start into hunting and bird dogs 14:45 Pudelpointers 17:25 Getting active at a local level 22:00 Amanda's journey in NAVHDA testing 28:07 English Setters 30:00 Hunting and training with your spouse 36:00 Judging for NAVHDA 41:15 Women in NAVHDA 49:30 Creating habitat 53:15 Running for NAVHDA International VP 55:00 NAVHDA youth program 56:30 Reaching goals and looking forward to the future 1:11:50 Apprentice Support Program 1:13:45 Putting into an organization that you get so much out of 1:20:00 Hunting season plans 1:21:35 Favorite piece of gear 1:23:25 Favorite gamebird recipe – woodcock Connect with Andy Connect with Amanda Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website

In this episode guests Sam 'the slayer' Snyder, Katie Willis, Stephanie Walton Filicipzak, and Chloe Nostrant join me to discuss our hunt with 4 senior bird dogs in the sea of sage this past September. This episode, and this hunt, is a tribute to my dearly beloved, late Bisto, whom we lost this past spring. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

Rachel Willard and her husband, Andrew, rely on wild game meat to fill their freezer and feast on year-round. This year they acquired two bearded baby bird dogs and their active lifestyle has led them to become active volunteers for their local NAVHDA Chapter and avid upland hunters. Rachel shares her story of getting into big game and upland hunting, the love of beards, and the learning and adventures that come with bird dogs. Rachel and Andrew have become very dear friends of my husband and me this past year, and we absolutely love and cherish every moment we spend with them. Both stepped up to the plate as mentors this past weekend at HerUpland Grouse Camp and did an amazing job. Enjoy this episode and hear from an amazing, beautiful person inside and out that Rachel Willard is The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 6:45 Intro to hunting 11:20 Big Game 17:50 Getting started in upland 20:55 Squirrels and rabbits 24:15 Bird Dogs 26:00 Pudelpointers 27:30 Choosing a breeder 35:00 NAVHDA 40:55 First NAVHDA NA Test 54:05 Releasing dog for the track 59:30 HerUpland Pointing Dog Camp 1:04:30 Pigeons 1:07:15 Hunting plans 1:10:15 Invasive quail 1:12:15 Future dog training plans 1:14:00 The latest bearded addition 1:18:15 Shared dog training duties 1:21:50 Providing structure for active bird dogs 1:28:55 Breed differences 1:30:00 Women's Gear 1:36:40 Favorite Game Bird Recipe 1:40:00 onX Hunt --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

In this episode my good friend, and frequent guest of the podcast, Katie Willis, joins me as we discuss a crazy summer, all things building HerUpland, future plans, and just some dang good conversation. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt   10:00 All the puppies 16:00 Training and testing first NAVHDA UT dog 27:00 NAVHDA Invitational 44:20 HerUpland Dog Training Camp recap 1:04:50 Building HerUpland 1:32:00 HerUpland Hunting Camp 2:01:00 All the bad dogs --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

Dr Amanda Inman joins me to discuss one of my favorite bird dog breeds, and the 200th breed to gain AKC recognition, the Bracco Italiano! Amanda is a long time Bracco enthusiast, President of the Bracco Italiano Club of America and a Veterinarian that has made the major health concerns of the breed her personal passion project with research being recognized around the world.  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: Breeder's Edge Use Promo Code: BirdDog10 for 10% off  8:30 Meet Dr Amanda Inman 15:10 Bracco Italiano breed history 19:30 Trot, Gallop, Braga 27:30 Bracco vs Spinone 34:10 The long road to AKC breed recognition 57:30 Characteristics of the Bracco Italiano 1:09:30 NAVHDA and AKC field stats for the breed 1:33:00 Who should and shouldn't own a Bracco 1:39:10 Health concerns of the breed 1:58:35 The Drool! 2:00:00 Join The Bracco Italiano Club of America Facebook Instagram Bracco Italiano Club of America -------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

Register for 12 week 'Upland Ready Program  Dr Kristina Mott and Bill Koepke join me to share our collaborating efforts that created a 12 week program for both people and their dogs, designed specifically to prepare for your hunting adventures this season.  A portion of the proceeds from this program will be donated to Access Ability Wisconsin The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: Cato Outdoors Use Promo Code: BIRDDOGBABE for 5% off  13:20 Meet our trainers 22:15 About the program 26:30 Human Conditioning 33:20 Dog Conditioning 39:20 Equipment 45:05 Consult with physician and veterinarian 47:40 Injury prevention 52:20 Diet 1:03:00 Price Connect with Dr. Kristina Mott Four Winds Duck Dogs Facebook Instagram Connect with Coach Bill Koepke Facebook Instagram Team Early AF   --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

In this episode I am joined by 4 awesome ladies throughout the country. For different reasons, each of them traveled to Omaha, NE for Pheasant Fest/Quail Classic March 11-13, an annual convention that is often described as the Super Bowl of Upland Hunting. Whether you're a hunter, landowner, bird dog lover, wild game cooking enthusiast, or wildlife habitat conservationist, there is something for everyone at this event. But what isn't advertised for this incredible weekend, are the lifelong friendships and connections made when you're surrounded by likeminded people that share your passion. We sit down and talk about all of those things, in addition to, the people that inspired us throughout the weekend and all those in the Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Organizations that worked so hard to host this incredible event, and all things they're doing for the birds, wildlife, and habitat. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

Amanda Ponti shares her story of how her German Shorthaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer, along with some welcoming men started her on a journey into upland hunting. She shares some hard lessons learned on that journey, what she's doing now to help other women get started, and how conservation efforts have become an integral part of the journey for her.    The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: The Bird Dog e-Academy 4:30 Becoming an upland hunter 5:40 First bird dog 16:30 Second bird dog 17:30 GSP vs GWP 23:00 NAVHDA training goals 23:45 Hunting plans and experiences 28:50 Learning about habitat and ideal locations 33:30 Memorable sage grouse hunt 42:50 Panko Quail Nuggets 43:30 Pigeons and training birds 46:30 Pheasant Fest 58:50 Women's events 1:03:30 Getting more involved in conservation 1:07:00 Pink 1:13:00 Lightning Round! 1:19:30 Advice 1:27:00 No shot is worth the risk Follow Amanda Ponti on Instagram @mspontilovespointers --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

Katie Willis joins us for a bonus episode to share some great stories of her crazy adventures with her Wildhair, Bird Dog! Pour yourself a glass of Whiskey and share a good laugh with us! www.thebirddogbabe.com

Everett Headley is an outdoor writer and educator who grew up hunting and fishing in Montana. He is the host of Venery and Veritas Podcast which focuses on the peripherals of hunting; elevating your hunt, wild game, cooking, ethics, conservation, philosophy, controversy and education. In this episode we discuss his choice of bird dogs, falconry, and ways to elevate your hunt and tastefully share the story. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: Briley 5:00 Conversations around hunting ethics 9:45 Growing up hunting 18:00 Providing wild game for family, friends and neighbors 19:00 2021 Hunting season 25:40 Labs to Chessies 39:00 Falconry 56:00 Wild caught vs captive bred falcons 1:01:50 Venery and Veritas Podcast 1:09:40 Talking points on ethics in hunting 1:13:15 Hunting for food or sport 1:20:15 Are we getting better or worse 1:23:00 Staying informed 1:32:40 Share of the story 1:33:30 Covey concerns 1:35:00 Resources to help elevate your hunting 1:37:30 Lightning round Books: Meditations on Hunting Grinnell Gear: Darn Tough Socks Snack: Cliff Bars Fig Newtons Instagram @everettheadley Everettheadley.com --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with the host, Courtney:  Instagram Facebook YouTube Website -------------------------------------------------

It's that time of year when many of us are planning out the amount of gamebirds for this dog training and testing season. Unless you raise and keep your own birds, chances are you're at the mercy of the bird availability of your club or organization. If you have the time and space, rearing chicks on your own is a helpful option. April, a manager at MacFarlane Pheasants, walks us through the advantages of buying eggs vs chicks vs mature birds, as well as basic rearing and husbandy tips.   The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: Puffin Drinkwear Use Promo Code: birddogbabexPDW for 10% off  4:15 Meet April of MacFarlane Pheasants 6:50 Ideal time to order chicks 7:40 Age start flying 8:40 Buying eggs vs chicks 10:25 Cost of feed considerations 11:45 Ideal setup for chicks 12:20 Heat lamps 12:50 Water supply 13:30 Electrolytes MacFarlane Vitamin Pack 16:00 Shipping mortality rate 16:45 Recommended chick feed 18:25 Importance of enough space 19:30 Ideal temp 20:25 Medications 21:05 Moving to flight pen 21:40 Ideal enclosure 22:10 Peepers and bits 22:40 Mixing species 23:30 Corn 24:40 Flight pens Flight Pen Manual 25:35 Good vs bad flyers 27:30 Chukar 28:50 Predator control 30:30 Breeding pheasants 33:00 Soil considerations 33:50 Nutrition 35:15 Pheasant Management Seminar 37:25 Videos 38:10 Current availability 39:15 Favorite pheasant recipes 40:25 Pheasant Fest 42:25 Pricing   --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Katie Willis joins us for a bonus episode to share the story about 'The Great Raccoon Wars of 2010'. Pour yourself a glass of Whiskey and share a good laugh with us! www.thebirddogbabe.com

Michelle Dunn is a massage therapist and owner of True North Massage in Seeley Lake and Missooula, MT. She is also an adult onset hunter and recent graduate of the Montana Master Hunter Program. She joins me today to discuss the benefits of being outdoors and how massage therapy will increase the quality of your hunt and your performance.   The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt This episode is brought to you by: My Happy Feet Use Promo Code: BIRDDOGBABE for 12% off   4:30 Meet Michelle 6:30 Importance of self care 8:00 Career change as a masseuse 9:30 Becoming a hunter 10:50 Taking kids hunting 12:45 Montana Master Hunter 16:50 Taking care of yourself through hunting season 20:20 Cupping method 22:15 Stones 23:00 Rock Tape 24:00 When to start massage therapy before season 26:00 Signs you could benefit from massage 26:50 Pre-hunt recommendations 28:00 Post-hunt recommendations 31:30 Mental health and social benefits of hunting 33:10 Sleep recommendations 35:40 Diet considerations 39:20 Routine care recommendations Connect with Michelle True North Massage Facebook   --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Kat Pippitt leads a busy, yet organized schedule while she and her husband Ethan, continue to growth their business, raise toddlers and focus on personal health. As we kick off the new year, we consider what we have planned for our resolutions. Research shows that 80% of New Year's resolutions fail within the first month. Kat explains how making goals, rather than resolutions, with an action plan that is specific, measurable and time-bound are more attainable. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 4:30 Meet Kat 6:45 Resolutions vs Goals 9:00 Writing down goals 11:30 Make it special and fun 15:05 Making weekly goals and task list 16:30 Reward your progress 17:35 Tonal 24:20 Breaking down categories 25:30 Kat's typical day 28:15 Cellphone, a necessary distraction 30:30 Reading more Kat's currently reading: Let Dogs Be Dogs The Art of Raising a Puppy 35:30 Keep learning 36:00 Reading and meditation 36:40 Cold showers 39:00 Raising puppies 43:15 YAWA 46:00 Outlander Outlandar Series Bundle 48:15 Podcasts 51:30 A few of Kat's top goals for the year Connect with Kat Standing Stone Kennels --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Social media has become the most common place to buy and sell a puppy, choose a stud dog, breeder, and trainer. Are the marketing skills of breeders and owners taking precedence over pedigree, achievements, temperament, and health screenings? Kelly Schur, a second-generation breeder of merit and bird dog enthusiast, provides insight on this topic and shares tips and recommendations to help make decisions beyond what's on the ‘gram. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 8:50 Meet Kelly Schur 13:30 Getting started in shooting and hunting 19:15 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 30:00 Manipulating photos 32:15 Filters 34:20 Breeders becoming marketers 38:15 See dogs in person 40:05 If there isn't a picture, did it really happen 41:50 Do titles make a difference 47:30 Do your research 50:55 Popular sire syndrome as a result of media 55:00 Availability and appearance allure 56:15 Fad and odd color markings 1:02:00 Creative advertising 1:02:45 Negative outcomes 1:06:20 Tips for researching credible sources 1:10:30 Importance of health tests 1:14:00 Genetic testing vs health testing 1:16:00 Breed Club Resources 1:17:15 Advantages of social media 1:21:55 Realistic expectations 1:25:15 Appreciation for a functional bird dog 1:29:30 Tips for your first dog show 1:33:30 Favorite game bird recipe 1:34:50 Favorite hunting gear 1:36:00 Shotgun 1:38:30 Connect with Kelly foxpointgundogs@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Ringleader Roo Show Leads --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Katie Willis joins us for a bonus episode to share the soft side of Bird Dog, in addition to a couple extra epic short stories. Pour yourself a glass of Whiskey and share a good laugh with us! www.thebirddogbabe.com

William and I discuss late season hunting. The weather has changed and the birds have been getting pressured and educated for months. We discuss travel considerations, gear, chokes and shot size, ideal dogs, as well as the cover, diet and behavior different upland species. To share their expertise insight, biologists and avid hunters Bailey Petersen and Ken Plourde weigh in on bird specific considerations. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 7:50 Winter Gear 11:00 Orange Buff 11:15 42” Wildrag 12:10 Boot Dryer 12:25 DrySure 13:10 YakTrax 14:35 Sleep Accommodations iKamper National Forest Cabins 16:20 Ruffed Grouse 22:30 Bailey Peterson weighs in on late season ruffed grouse hunting 28:00 Pheasant 31:15 Sharptail 34:00 Ken Plourde weighs in on late season pheasant, sharptail and hun hunting 43:28 Chokes and Ammo 44:40 Dog considerations: coat, paws, hypothermia 48:40 Gun care 51:10 Late season plans --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Jaelee Schwartz is the owner of Green Gable Gundogs and winner of the 2021 US Open Cocker National Championship. She has been training and competing with Spaniels since she was 8 years old alongside her father, Jeff Schwartz, a professional trainer at Rock River Kennels.  Jaelee placed in her first licensed AKC Springer trial at 10 years old, and now a professional trainer herself, is the youngest person to win the Open National Cocker Championship. Despite all of Jaelee's accomplishments, she claims failng was a big part of her journey. She believes anything is possible with hard work and dedication. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 12:45 Horicon Marsh 13:15 2021 US National Cocker Championship 14:45 Ike, the Champ 16:30 Trialing and Testing 17:30 Springers to Cockers 20:00 Growing up raising puppies, training and traveling 23:00 Starting a training business 24:00 Growing up in the business 27:25 Accomplishments as a kiddo 31:00 Training professionally 34:15 Relationship with each dog 34:55 Placeboard training 37:00 Teaching steadiness with cheeseballs 40:15 Overcoming obstacles 46:00 Early characteristics of the National Field Champion 47:45 What it takes to get to the National 48:10 Requirements at the National 53:00 Ike's National Run 56:50 The Moment 1:02:10 Ike's future 53:00 Importance of pedigree 1:05:20 Hunt tests 1:08:10 Evaluating puppies 1:12:00 Finding a breeder 1:13:15 Cocker Health Clearances 1:17:00 Fieldcockers.com 1:17:40 Favorite piece of gear Green Gable Gundogs Instagram Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

It's that time of year when we are all thinking about Christmas ideas and what would be nice to add to our gear list to enhance next year's hunting season. Since 40% of the listeners of this podcast are men, I wanted to get some input from the guys. So I sit down with my husband William Bastian and our friend Jeff Quigley to discuss the hunting gear that we've put through the test for ourselves, our dogs, and truck setups that work for each of us. While it only takes a gun, comfy clothes, shoes, and preferably a dog to get out and hunt, we mention items that help make the hunting experience a bit more efficient. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 3:30 Meet Jeff Quigley 8:30 Pant options Men's Orvis Hunting Pant Men's First Lite Sawbuck Pant Men's Prana Stretch Zion Pant Women's First Lite Obsidian Pant Women's First Lite Alturas Pant Fjallraven Keb Trousers Prois Nite Lite Chaps Nite Lite Briar Bibs Dovetail Workwear Pants Dovetail Bibs Kuhl Pant Gaiters   19:00 Hunting Tops Patagonia Orange Puffer Jacket Men's DriRelease Shirt Women's DriRelease Shirt Prois Puffy Vest   24:00 Hunting Vests Wingworks Final Rise Chief Upland Hunt Redi Leather Garmin Holster   35:30 Socks Darn Tough Smart Wool   40:00 Boots Kenetrek Dubarry   49:30 Gloves Prois Glove Liner First Lite Aerowool Touch Liner Glove First Lite Talus Fingerless Merino Glove First Lite Shale Touch Hybrid Glove Geier Kangaroo Gloves   53:10 Glasses   53:30 Hearing Protection   55:00 Backup Gear Helly Hansen Rain Gear   57:00 Chokes Briley Chokes Briley Speed Wrench   59:30 Shotguns Orvis Fabarm Elos D2 Syren Elos D2 CZ Bobwhite   1:04:30 Bird Strap   1:06:00 Boss ammo bag   1:07:15 Go-to Snacks   1:08:25 Truck Setup Decked iKamper Mr Heater Little Buddy Leitner Active Cargo System - Forged RSI Smartcap Truck Topper Dakota283 Kennel – Use Promo Code Bird Dog Babe for 10% off Mud River Crate Cover Primo Pads Headlamp Magnet Gun Caddy   1:23:10 Knives Havalon Victorinox Meglio Knives Upland Knives   1:28:45 Extras Puffin Drinkwear Go Pro   1:31:00 Dog Items Dog Comb Horse Comb Hemostat Ultra Paws Dog Boots Lewis Boots Rex Specs Garmin Alpha 200i Garmin Pro 550 Plus OnX Hunt Stakeout Line Purina Fortiflora Superman Cape Purina Pro Plan Dog Food Storage Travel Momarsh Versa Vest Collapsible Dog Blind   1:54:00 Gamechangers William – Darn Tough Jeff – Teva Moccasins Courtney – Garmin Fenix Watch and iKamper *This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Katie Willis joins us for a bonus episode to share how she finally overcame the barrier to make Bird Dog realize they need to work together as a team. Pour yourself a glass of Whiskey and share a good laugh with us! www.thebirddogbabe.com

Katie Willis grew up big game hunting in Montana, then found herself in the wetlands and uplands with the addition of her first bird dog 13 years ago, a German Wirehaired Pointer, affectionately referred to as Bird Dog. BD was there by her side through undergrad and PA school, and during those long nights studying, Katie continued to remind Bird Dog of her promise to take him rooster hunting in North Dakota. A four week trip with a loyal best bird dog and two exuberant puppies, made some unforgettable memories for Katie and her crew. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 5:45 Meet The Northern Brown-Haired Wanderer 13:30 Growing up Montana 20:05 Start in bird hunting 22:30 First Bird Dog 32:00 Puppy's first day 34:00 Training Bird Dog 40:35 NA Test 41:30 Getting a handle on independence 45:45 UT Test 47:00 Embrace the wildness 53:50 The Muppets 58:10 Senior dog adjusting to puppy addition 100:00:13 Promise for North Dakota Roosters 1:09:15 Road kill appreciation 1:11:00 North Dakota Hunt 1:16:00 Montana Hunt 1:26:20 Idaho Hunt 1:45:20 Bucket list hunt 1:50:00 Aspirations to be a crazy cocker lady 1:50:30 Chukar Pot Pie 1:56:00 Connect with Katie Instagram @travlenpup Blog Being Between --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: OnX Hunt Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Lauren Dirkschneider is an avid marathon runner that sought out a dog breed to be her running partner. She quickly learned her dog needed more than a run, it needed a job. She found herself on an unexpected path into the uplands. This is one of the most raw and detailed discussions I've ever heard from a perspective of a novice learning to hunt. Lauren shares her fears, doubts, and what motivates her to overcome them. These are things many of us have struggled with but don't talk about often enough. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 5:15 Meet Lauren 11:15 GWP Running Buddy 13:30 Choosing a breeder 16:10 Unintentional opportunity 21:05 NAVHDA experience 23:45 Overcoming ‘killing' and handling birds 25:00 Getting started 26:45 ‘Oh Hell No!' 29:00 Learning all the things 34:00 How women's discussions around hunting are different 37:00 Exchanging stories and experiences with all levels 40:00 First solo hunt 45:30 Putting newly acquired knowledge to the test 47:45 Becoming a team 49:00 Future plans 52:30 Bird dog addict 55:20 Advice for a novice --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: OnX Hunt Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Tamara Champagne has trained dogs for over 20 years for obedience, protection work, tracking, scent detection, IGP, conformation and service dogs.. and six months ago she got her first bird dog, a German Shorthaired Pointer. Her commitment to allowing her dogs to do what they were bred to do, has got her diving deep into the bird dog World! Tamara recently published ‘Training With A Purpose Journal' to help dog trainers and owners outline and follow their goals. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 5:45 Meet Tamara 8:28 First bird dog and hunt testing experiences 9:23 GSP's 12:08 NAVHDA experience 17:13 Adult-onset hunter 21:08 Training dogs to do it all 25:08 Tamara's crew 26:58 Canine Development and Testing 29:03 Training with a Purpose Journal 33:48 Dream, Plan, Train, Succeed 43:08 Writing goals 45:23 SMART 45:08 Celebrating your success 52:08 Review Canine Development and Testing Instagram Facebook Buy ‘Training with a Purpose Journal' --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: OnX Hunt Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Hannah Leonard is the outreach coordinator for Sporting Lead-Free, a collaborative initiative to nationally reduce lead consumed inadvertently by wildlife and people. Hannah is an avid fly fisher and hunter. Her personal encounter with a leaded golden eagle ignited her desire to educate others in the use of non-lead alternatives not only for the benefit of wildlife and human health, but for the continuation of our hunting heritage. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 7:45 Hannah's new puppy 11:15 Meet Hannah Leonard 14:00 Start in hunting 26:00 Shotgun patterning 27:00 Hannah's ‘why' to choosing non-lead 34:00 Education is key 37:00 Non-toxic options 38:00 Federally mandated in waterfowl 40:00 Lead danger with Game birds 45:45 Lead fragments in game meat 51:30 Why is lead still allowed 56:00 Making the decision to change 59:00 Talking to Dad about lead 1:02:45 Cost of non-lead options 1:04:00 Shooting demos Find out more about Sporting Lead Free Become a free Member! Instagram Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Zsofia Miczek is the breeder of the World known Zoldmali Wirehaired Vizslas. She is an FCI judge and arguably the most accomplished female dog trainer in Hungary. We discuss her journey in the breed for the past 22 years, training, hunting and testing her dogs in several different countries, breed characteristics and the growing popularity of Wirehaired Vizlas. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 6:15 Meet Zsofi 7:00 Start in bird dogs 17:30 Testing dogs in Hungary, Germany, US 21:40 Hunting, training and testing with a baby 24:45 Bringing dogs to the US for NAVHDA testing 30:00 Versatile Hungarian Wirehaired Vislas 35:40 Training and testing in the US 38:50 Zoldmali NAVHDA VC's 44:35 AKC recognition 50:20 Size of male vs female 53:50 Temperament 1:03:15 Coat 1:07:40 Field and Trainability 1:20:00 Duck Search 1:26:00 Health considerations 1:30:00 Popularity concerns 1:33:50 Importing 1:35:30 Breeding dog with proven field ability 1:41:00 Wirehaired Dachshunds 1:42:00 Slovakian Wirehair   Connect with Zsofi Zoldmali Wirehaired Vizslas Facebook Instagram --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Sarah Tilt is the Executive Director of One Montana, an organization that works to create a sustainable and resilient Montana by connecting rural and urban communities.The MT Master Hunter Program provides advanced hunter education that increases skills, competence, ethical behavior and knowledge of agriculture and stewardship. Applications are now open until Nov 30. Sarah shares more information on the program, and shares some of her, and my favorite recipes, from her Cookbook Game On: A Bird Hunters Table, Reloaded. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 5:35 Meet Sarah Tilt 6:30 Bird Dogs 8:45 Early season Montana hunting 10:55 One Montana 14:45 Montana Master Hunter 22:00 Implementing in more States 22:50 Applying for MT Master Hunter 23:55 Class Statistics and Info 30:10 After graduation 38:45 Wingshooting Continuing Ed 41:00 Game On: A Bird Hunter's Table, Reloaded 43:30 Hungarian Partridge 45:15 Sharptail and Ducks 50:15 Interchanging white and dark meat recipes 51:20 Pheasant Sous vide 52:15 Care for the birds and they'll reward you when you eat them 56:00 Sage Grouse 59:35 Snipe   Connect on Social Media with: One Montana Instagram Facebook   Montana Master Hunter Instagram --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Bridget Nielsen is a professional trainer for all versatile pointing breeds, and is a breeder, owner, trainer and handler of some of the top Vizslas in the country. She expects the Vizsla to have natural pointing instinct, a natural desire to retrieve, and a love of water. Bridget tested three dogs at the NAVHDA Invitational last month, and discusses her journey with those great dogs! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells   10:30 Bridget's training and hunting plans 13:50 Wall Canyon Vizslas 18:40 Strengths of a Vizsla 2040 Different lines of Vizsla 23:45 Looking beyond a dog's titles 27:15 Priorities when breeding versatile Vizslas 29:40 Considerations of NAVHDA titles 31:45 Are some dogs not cutout for testing 38:15 Running 3 Invitational dogs 40:35 Preparing for and running in the Invitational 44:15 Benefits and Rewards of Volunteering 50:25 The emotions in testing 56:43 Sharptailed Grouse and Fall Hunting 1:04:15 Bridge's bucket list hunt 1:05:15 Gamebird recipes 1:09:25 Appreciating the ranchers and sage grouse habitat   Connect with Bridget: Wall Canyon Vizslas Instagram Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Una Russell joins us from Scotland to discuss the differences between hunting, training and testing in Scotland vs what we do here in the US. Una recently achieved the esteemed title of a Field Champion on her young German Wirehaired Pointer, Tetley. She describes the characteristics she prefers in a working dog, the discipline and manners required of them, along with the importance of tradition and honoring game.  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 9:10 Differences in hunting pointing dogs in the US and UK 15:30 Hunting and Trialing season 18:30 Bird manners and wind 20:25 HPR Field Trials 41:30 Requirements to become a Field Champion 42:30 Popular pointing breeds 44:35 GWP Field Trial Champions 45:45 Explanation of FC, Sh Ch, Ch, DC 47:15 UK's only Dual Champion GWP 50:20 Tetley Tea Bag, UK's newest Field Champion 1:02:30 Characteristics of a UK Field Trial prospect 1:15:15 Whistle training 1:20:00 Tetley's mannerisms and future plans 1:25:00 HPR Championships 1:30:30 Training and testing with the same manners 1:30:30 Una's start to hunting 1:39:15 Owners for fast, hard going dogs 1:45:25 Pheasant and Red Grouse meal prep 1:48:30 Traditional hunting and testing attire --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Dawn Grant is a mental trainer and hypnotherapist that focuses on the mental games specifically with shooting and hunting. Dawn discusses the importance of being more mindful, calming your mind, body and turning off all of the outside noises to be present when you hunt. The mind games that happen when we're out there isn't something to overlook. Have a listen to this episode and learn how we can overcome struggles we may not realize are present. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells   6:00 Meet Dawn Grant 9:15 Training Olympian Shooter Kayle Browning 12:00 Helping through hypnosis 18:00 21 Day Program options 20:15 Shooting Course description 25:10 Building confidence with hesitations to hunt/shoot 30:50 Turning off all the noise 35:30 Hunters vs Clay target shooters 42:00 Hunting for our dogs 46:20 Calming your mind and body 47:45 Anticipation 53:45 Mental vs physical 58:10 Dawn's course options   Connect with Dawn Website Amelia Shotgun Sports Mind Mastered Instagram Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Dr Lauren Stump is a veterinarian with Purina and has a passion for canine nutrition. In this episode we discuss the importance of understanding what to look for in a pet food brand, labels, and ingredients. We tackle frequently asked nutrition questions, and appetite concerns. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 4:30 Meet Dr Lauren 7:15 Importance of guidelines for dog food brands 10:50 What to look for in a pet food brand 14:15 Understanding label verbiage, ‘All Life Stages', ‘Natural' 22:40 What do grains do? 25:50 Corn does a dog's body good 30:00 Poops and Farts 31:45 Ingredients to provide complete and balanced diet 32:25 Purina's commitment to quality control 33:30 Common cause of allergies 41:15 What are by-products 43:15 Kibble vs homemade vs raw 47:50 What is animal digest 50:45 What is ‘meal' 51:45 Why do dogs eat poop 54:45 Why do dogs eat grass 56:20 Free feeding vs mealtimes 1:00:30 Picky eaters 1:05:35 Dogs that are always hungry 1:08:10 Properly storing food 1:12:00 Transitioning food 1:14:45 New happenings at Pro Plan 1:16:15 Bright Mind rules Purina.com Pro Plan on Instagram Pro Plan Sporting Dogs on Instagram --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Alex Brittingham of 'One Shot Retrievers' has trained and tested many Retrievers through Senior and Master Hunter AKC hunt tests. But when it comes down to choose which dog she wants next to her in the blind and on her bed, she prefers the power, determination and pure grit that's jam packed into the short legs and little body of a Jack Russell Terrier named Gator! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 4:30 Meet Alex 6:00 ‘One Shot Lou' 8:15 Growing up hunting 11:00 JRT & Lab duo 13:30 Hunting with JRT's 14:20 From hobby to profession 17:25 First hunt test jitters 21:00 Learning by videos Mike Lardy DVD's Art and Science of Handling A Retriever 25:00 Dogs reverting back to old behaviors 28:30 Alex's current string 29:00 Acquiring Gator the Duck Dog 34:30 Training ‘off breeds' 39:00 Enjoyment of watching a dog work 42:00 Formal training with Gator 45:00 Terriers and water 48:30 Vocal in the blind 50:20 Master repetition training before hunting to prevent bad habits 1:02:55 Hunting vs Training 1:06:00 Duck addict 1:09:00 Crane hunting 1:11:00 Crane and Duck recipes 1:14:20 Tips for scouting ducks 1:17:00 Gear 1:18:45 Connect with Alex One Shot Retrievers Instagram Gator's Instagram Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Amy Ray is the owner of Sisterhood Outdooors. Amy has been creating opportunities to introduce women to shooting sporting and share outdoor and hunting experiences with them since 2010. Amy shares her story, her why, what she does to help women overcome struggles, and of course I needed to get into gear and gun talk with her! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 4:10 Meet Amy Ray 9:10 Growth of women in the outdoors 11:00 Amy's favorite to hunt 12:50 Ownership isn't necessary to love and bond with a bird dog 16:00 Amy's introduction to the outdoors and hunting 19:30 The Sisterhood Outdoors 24:15 Team member criteria 29:25 Event Information 40:00 Becoming comfortable shooting 45:05 Making a difference 47:40 Most popular event 50:00 Overcoming struggles 57:50 Future of Sisterhood Outdoors 1:01:20 Shoot Like A Girl 1:04:00 Gear talk 1:10:00 Favorite game bird recipe Connect with Amy Sisterhood Outdoors Facebook Instagram --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Jen Amundsen is an attorney and principal at Amundsen Law Firm in Monona, WI. Jen brings her many years of legal experience to all matters affecting you, your companion animals and any related businesses. The Dog Savvy Lawyer discusses common contract disputes, protecting yourself as a breeder, red flags to be aware of in puppy contracts, health guarantees, microchipping, estate planning, and much more!  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 7:45 Meet Jen 9:05 Canine and Equine Practice 10:35 Clumber Spaniels 14:30 Hunting and testing with Clumbers 17:15 Most common contract disputes 11:40 Contracts with friends 20:00 Protecting yourself as the Breeder 28:45 How canine registry disputes are handled 32:15 Puppy owner contract expectations 40:00 Contract red flags 44:30 Health guarantee 53:00 Microchipping 58:55 Guardian contract 1:45:00 Estate planning 1:03:15 Puppy packet info 1:10:15 Unexpected litters Connect with Jen Amundsen Law FB: Dog Savvy Lawyer Twitter: Dog Savvy Lawyer --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Nancy Anisfield is a bird hunter for over 20 years with German Shorthaired Pointers that has hunted in over a dozen stats plus Canadana and Argentina. She's a full-time outdoorwriter specializing in wingshooting and hunting dogs. Nancy explains the 5 stages of being a bird dog owner, as it relates to the 5 stages of being a hunter. She is a wealth of knowledge after 17 years of experience training and testing in NAVHDA.  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 6:45 Meet Nancy  NAVHDA Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever Ugly Dog Hunting Track2Wing 15:15 Training with your husband for the Invitational 17:35 Breed loyalty 22:25 Improving dogs through the years 23:45 Breed splits 30:05 Coveyrise Article ‘The 5 Stages In The Evolution of a Bird Dog Owner' 31:35 Stage 1 - The Discovery Stage 34:55 Stage 2 - The Proving Stage 36:30 Stage 3 - The Finishing Stage 42:00 Stage 4 - The Method Stage 46:15 Stage 5 - The Partnership Stage 53:05 Skipping stages 53:15 Favorite wild game recipe Steak Diane Recipe Connect with Nancy Anisfield Photography --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Sharon Potter of Red Branch Kennels was mentored by Rick Smith to be a Team Huntsmith Instructor. She trains pointers, retrievers and spaniels, though Chesapeake bay retrievers are her personal breed of choice. She's known to be a trainer that takes on the problem dogs that most others usually don't want too mess with, like those that are gun shy and hard mouthed. Sharon shares a lot of great advice in this episode as well as an upcoming training opportunity for a Ladies Bird Dog Workshop. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 6:30 Training Dogs and Horses 8:30 Getting started in dog training 14:15 Pointing Dog Journal Article: “Respect or Love” 17:00 Your dog's giving you the middle finger 19:15 Dog pissing wars 22:00 The Wonder Lead - Gun Dog Supply 26:40 Chesapeake Bay Retriever 30:30 Training all bird dog breeds 33:00 Bird introduction 35:30 Problem dogs 39:40 Building drive 44:30 Dogs need structure 45:10 Gunshyness 49:10 Training frequency 52:55 Dogs that never screw up 55:00 Helping women train their dogs 56:25 How women train differently 56:50 Ladies Bird Dog Workshop Connect with Sharon Red Branch Kennels   --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

It's exciting when you've finally decided on the ideal bird dog breed for your lifestyle and family. But be patient, waiting months or even years for the right breeder can save you heartache down the road. Take the time to educate yourself about the importance of health testing, socialization, structure, and field ability. Know that reputable breeders typically have a lengthy waitlist, they have the ability to choose the best homes, not which ones submit the deposit first, they most likely have requirements your dog must meet before it's allowed to be bred from.. respect that, and seek those breeders that not only produce purebred dogs, but well bred dogs.  The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell 7:40 Prioritizing your needs 13:30 Structure and dog show champions 22:15 Health Testing 24:55 OFA CHIC 28:30 Etiquette of inquiring to a dog breeder 31:20 Questions to ask a breeder 35:15 Breeder Expectations 50:45 Visit the breeder 56:00 More questions to ask breeder 1:01:00 Breeders want to see you succeed 1:03:15 Purchase price considerations Claddagh Kennel Bird Dog eAcademy --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

Retrievers, Spaniels and Pointers.. so many breeds to choose from! William and Courtney Bastian breakdown all of the different aspects to consider when trying to decide on your next bird dog breed. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 10:00 Pointer or a Flusher 15:00 Built for a specialized purpose 18:30 Considerations of different hunting terrains and habitat 23:30 Considerations of bird species 28:00 Coat considerations 30:00 Going for looks 32:15 Personality and lifestyle considerations 35:45 Trainability considerations 40:15 Male vs Female 42:30 Climate considerations 44:00 Not all dogs are created equal 44:50 Bird Dog eAcademy update Claddagh Kennel Bird Dog eAcademy --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Jeff Lemmenes, aka Lumpy of Lumpy's Kennel is one of the best trainers and humans you'll meet. Jeff has trained nearly any type of working dog you can imagine.. pointing breeds, flushers, retrievers, hounds, terriers, you name it. If there's game to be harvested with some dog work, Jeff has most likely trained dogs for it. He has recently focused his breeding program and personal hunting dogs with Spinone and Bracco Italiano. And with so many of you requesting an episode about the Bracco, you will surely love this one. There's a lot of great advice in this episode and some real hard belly laughs. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 4:30 Meet Jeff ‘Lumpy' Lemmenes 6:00 Getting started in bird dogs 8:25 Start in competing 9:15 Different testing venues 12:30 Training all sorts of working dogs 16:30 Hunting it all 18:40 Foundations for all working dogs 22:50 Ideal age for puppy training 25:00 Dog's first hunting season 26:30 Shooting birds that dogs don't properly handle 32:15 Love/Hate relationship with special dogs 33:45 Italian invasion 40:30 When it's time to grab the fishing pole 42:30 Retrieve training the Italians 47:00 Training the Italians to back 56:00 Helping young dog overcome hesitation with water entry 1:05:00 Revisiting the honor 1:08:10 Involving kids in a career of dog training and hunting 1:13:45 Favorite wild game recipe Connect with Jeff Lumpy's Kennel Faceboook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Stacy Horst is a great example of the Reactivation component of R3. She grew up hunting everything in Nebraska, then after moving, college, etc she got back into it. And boy did she dive deep into bird dogs! Stacy has trained and tested in three different testing systems, NAVHDA, VDD-GNA, and AKC. Hear how Stacy talks about her successes, lessons learned, and how she encourages women to train, test and hunt with their dogs. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 3:38 Meet Stacy Horst 4:30 Start of bird 6:37 GSP's 7:40 Growing up hunting 8:30 Favorite upland species 9:30 North Carolina bird hunting 10:50 Water introduction 18:00 First NAVHDA UT experience 25:00 First NAVHDA Invitational 30:00 Behaviors when hunting and guiding 40:10 Baby ducks 44:30 Dog breeding is hard 46:50 Adventures with Arbor 56:00 Training with husband 1:01:00 Training opportunities at Oak Creek Kennel 1:10:30 Helping women train their dogs 1:25:00 Bucket list hunt 1:28:50 Game bird recipe Connect with Stacy Instagram: @momofporter @oakcreekkennel --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Jessica White is founder of Wander Woman Kansas, she has a mission to get women out of the house and into the great outdoors. Whether you're a novice or have expert experience, Jessica provides events, activities, and gatherings that will teach you new techniques and practices in outdoor skills. Find out what motivated Jessica on this mission in 2018 and hear about all of the different, amazing things you can get involved with! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 5:26 Meet Jessica White 9:00 Foraging 11:00 Creating meal videos 13:00 Wander Woman 18:05 Events 33:15 Why are women's events so popular 39:30 Most popular Wander Woman events 40:25 Jessica's favorite event 43:30 Event costs 45:00 Recent changes 46:45 Virtual events 48:00 Future of Wander Woman 52:50 Bird Dogs 55:00 Upland Hunting 1:01:00 Favorite wild game recipe Jessica's Pheasant Burger Recipe 1:02:20 Try a Wander Woman Event   Connect with Jessica: www.wanderwomanks.com Facebook: @kansaswanderwoman Instagram: @wanderwoman.ks --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

Aleah Marcoe of Backwater Hunting Dogs in Southeast Nebraska trains and personally hunts and guides with pointing breeds, flushing breeds, and even a Chiweenie. She believes each dog is different and trains as such. Aleah focuses on bonding with each individual dog to get the best out of them. She shares some hunt test strategy, tips for avoiding trainer burnout, and why she prefers to complete Master Hunter titles on dogs before 2 years old. Oh, And she loves GWP's, Cockers and Bracco's, so you know she's just gotta be a pretty cool gal! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell 5:35 Getting started in bird dogs 6:10 Getting started in bird hunting 8:30 First bird dog 12:25 Pointing dogs in retriever clubs 17:00 Trying all the venues 14:10 Horses 18:45 Aleah's string 23:30 Pointers and Flushers 28:00 Hunt test manners vs hunting 29:00 Hunt test strategy 30:20 Training techniques 32:30 Teaching dogs patience 34:10 Avoiding trainer burnout 37:10 Training different breeds 42:10 Preferred breeds 43:00 Wirehairs are hardcore 46:00 Spousal approval 46:40 Dog breeding 47:45 Training regimen 51:50 Upland Guiding 53:45 Focusing on each dog individually 56:30 Importance of bonding with your dog 1:00:00 Importance of crate/kennel training 1:02:30 Recall and Patience 1:04:05 Place training 1:05:45 Bucket list hunt 1:06:25 Fajita wild game cooking 1:07:15 Waterfowl recipe tip Connect with Backwater Hunting Dogs Instagram Email --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------      

Angie Coenen is back and she's joined with Tracy Harmeyer to walk us through all the aspects of the Invitational. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting and improving the versatile hunting dog. The Invitational is NAVHDA's premier hunt test, held annually in September. In addition to a full overview of the test, Angie and Tracy share some excellent training advice and tips throughout that you won't want to miss. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 6:53 Tracy Harmeyer 9:03 Angie Coenen 10:44 Invitational Update 15:39 Eligibility 19:30 Number of qualifying dogs that run in Invitational 19:56 What does the Invitational prove 23:00 Bitches in season 25:20 Training on test grounds 27:45 Photographers 28:40 What to bring to the test 33:06 Typical day of the Invitational 37:15 Field Portion 1:09:00 Double Mark 1:27:00 Blind Retrieve 1:49:30 Honor By Blind 1:58:00 Too much training 2:03:15 Which portion do most dogs fail 2:03:40 Which areas do dogs need maximum score 2:05:00 Why is the Invitational a Pass/Fail 2:07:40 Invitational Handlers Clinic 2:13:30 Thank You NAVHDA Sponsors --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

Ken Plourde is an Upland Game Bird Habitat Specialist for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.  Ken shares his story of getting started in upland hunting, his favorite upland bird species and the bird dogs he pursues them with. Ken dives deep into leks, how understanding them will help hunters, their biggest threats and lek viewing etiquette. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 7:00 Combining work and play 12:20 Favorite upland bird 14:15 First bird dog 15:40 German Wirehaired Pointers 17:20 Welcoming a new Irish Setter Puppy 19:30 What's a Lek 21:00 Which species Lek 22:15 Lek regions 23:55 Variations of a Lek 29:25 Venturing and nesting behavior 30:50 Distance between leks 32:30 Features of habitat 34:30 Behavior and mannerisms within 35:40 Mating and communal area 36:35 Most popular lek activity 39:40 Hen laying behavior 42:10 Weather affecting nesting 44:05 Gestation & Incubation 46:45 Threats to leks 49:30 Sage Grouse concerns 52:30 Lek disturbance 53:20 Lek viewing etiquette 1:00:45 Photography recommendations 1:02:00 What can we do to help 1:04:00 Spring dog training considerations 1:06:45 Favorite sharptail recipes Connect with Ken Audubon's Guide to Ethical Bird Photography and Videography --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

Tierney and her British Lab Maggie recently won the 2021 North American Shed Hunting Dog Association World Championship. Tierney shares some training tips, and characteristics that ideal shed dogs possess. And it's that time of year, shed hunters are out in abundance right now. This is a fun way to keep your bird dogs and yourself active and in pursuit in the offseason. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells 6:45 NASHDA World Championship 13:20 Handling through competition 16:30 How Tierney got started 20:15 Breed of choice – British Labs 21:30 Shed training and conditioning 25:30 Retriever vs Non-Retriever Breeds 26:10 UKC and NASHDA Dififerences 31:00 Hobby vs Competition 32:15 Breeding dogs for shed hunting 35:00 Ideal characteristics for a shed dog 37:30 Puppy shed training 40:40 Parts of an antler 42:00 Reasons to shed hunt 43:25 Antler quality 46:40 Bird Dogs that shed hunt 47:50 Shed competition popularity 50:00 Time of year for competition 51:50 Goals 55:00 Future plans UKC Elite Shed Dogs NASHDA Connect with Tierney Iowa Shed Dogs --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Kelli Aitken of Quantonas Irish Setters is the youngest, and one of the few women who is actively breeding and competing in AKC and American Field horseback field trials with field style Irish Setters. Kelli shares her story of how she got started in Irish Setters and where she is now. She also breaks down the breed characteristics and what you should know before adding an Irish Setter to your family. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell 5:44 Meet Kelli Aitken 9:35 First Irish Setter at 16 yrs old 12:00 Getting started in field trials 18:00 Irish Setter Trend 18:55 Maintaining show champion and field champion lines 20:10 Dual Champion Irish Setters 23:00 Dabbling in other venues 24:00 Irish Setters in NAVHDA 27:00 Difference between Irish Red&White, Red Setters, and Irish Setters 34:36 Size, male vs female, show vs field 37:10 Demand for Irish Setter puppies 39:30 Breed characteristics: 39:40 Fast or slow maturing? 41:35 Natural Ability, innate pointing 44:45 Competing in all breed field trials 45:50 Temperament 49:45 Kennel dogs or house dogs 51:10 Advice when looking for an Irish Setter 52:00 Health concerns with the Irish Setter 55:25 Ideal Irish Setter owner 1:00:10 Type of person not ideal owner for an Irish Setter 1:01:40 Average cost for a puppy 1:04:00 Coat maintenance 1:06:35 Heat tolerance 1:08:02 Conditioning 1:12:10 Give field trials a try 1:16:10 Kelli's run of success Connect with Kelli Instagram Facebook Quantonas Irish Setters Learn more about Irish Setters Irish Setter Club of America National Red Setter Field Trial Club --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Today we are talking all things NAVHDA Utility and Utility Prep Testing withAngie Coenen and Dan Wittman. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting and improving the versatile hunting dog. The  UT and UPT tests are divided into three segments: field, water, and physical attributes and hunting assessments. In this episode we dive into all parts of the tests, give some training and handling tips, as well as a breakdown of what you'll need to be prepared on test day. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell   5:50 Angie Coenen Intro 6:40 Dan Wittman Intro 8:15 2022 New Mexico Invitational grounds 10:50 2021 Invitational Update 12:40 What does the Utility Test and Utility Prep Test prove 23:30 What to expect in a typical UT test day 26:30 Field Search 36:00 Talking to dog during the test 44:30 Drag 1:01:00 Duck Search 1:28:15 Heeling Stakes 1:38:00 Steady by Blind 1:41:40 Whining in the blind 1:46:50 Physical attributes 1:47:50 Temperament Eval 1:55:20 When to consider retesting 1:58:25 What should handlers bring to the test 2:01:05 Handler's shotgun 2:05:00 NAVHDA Apprentice Program Connect with NAVHDA on Instagram and Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Melinda Benbow, the owner and operator of Urban Uplander Pet Care in Indianapolis, joins us to discuss training bird dogs in the city, and how the force free training approach has worked for her. Melinda also shares her experience as a novice running her English Setter, Suge, in her first AKC Hunt Test. This story is a must listen whether you're a novice or experienced trainer or handler. I also strongly urge judges, and potential judges of dog events to have a listen to this one, because as the stewards of the sporting events, it's important to understand how the feedback you give, especially to a novice, can affect them. For many of us, it's these testing venues that are a bridge to turning us into hunters. So let's all do what we can to make these training and testing events a welcoming, positive experience.   The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshel 6:30 Urban Uplander 7:55 Upland training in Indianapolis 10:15 How Melinda Got Started 13:00 Why an English Setter 14:30 Training bird dogs in the city 23:40 Training for steadiness 25:00 Water work 28:55 Force free training 52:40 First AKC Hunt Test 55:00 Testing events turning handlers into hunters 58:10 Preparing for your first hunt test 1:18:00 Best advice for some testing for the first time Connect with Melinda Website: https://urbanuplanderllc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urban.uplander/   --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

Kate Ahnstrom is providing a way forward for men, women and youth that have an interest in shooting sports and bird hunting, as a shooting instructor and owner of Virginia Shooting Sports. Kate shares her story about getting into shooting sports and hunting along with advice on finding the ideal shotgun, suggestions for practice in the off season, and what most of us are doing wrong. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell   8:00 Making a job of doing what you love 14:40 Expectations of dogs guiding novice in the field 18:00 Kate's story 19:40 Adding a bird dog to the game 22:50 Bird dog training 20:35 Growing up shooting 32:55 Starting VA Shooting Sports 34:30 Instructing anyone anywhere 39:50 Shotguns & Saddles 42:55 Being a female shooting instructor 51:20 Kate's gun suggestions for women 56:00 Shoot, Practice, Repeat before you purchase a gun 58:00 Importance of, and determining proper gun fit 1:01:40 Best approach for a novice to start shooting/hunting 1:04:45 How have Syren women's shotguns helped 1:10:10 Suggestions for shooting in the off season 1:15:50 What the average shooter is doing wrong 1:17:55 How to break bad shooting habits 1:20:05 Speed, Angle, Distance.. what's most important 1:21:55 Pheasant Salad Sliders Connect with Kate Kate @VaShootingSports.com VaShootingSports.com Facebook.com/VaShootingSports Instagram  @VaShootingSports 804.512.2771 --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women BigFrig: Coolers, Tumblers and Dry Boxes for Your Way of Life Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------

In this episode we are talking all things NAVHDA Natural Ability Test with Angie Coenen and Lisa Pehur. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting and improving the versatile hunting dog. The natural ability test is for dogs up to 16 months old. No game is shot and no retrieves are required. There are 4 phases of the NAVHDA Natural Ability test which include field, tracking, water, and evaluation of physical attributes. This episode is jam-packed with what a novice and experienced handler should know about all 4 phases of the test.We also touch on how to prepare for the day and some advice on how to get the most out of training days. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell   7:28 Angie Coenen intro 8:20 Lisa Pehur intro 10:05 2021 Invitational Update 17:50 What does the NAVHDA NA test prove 23:30 What does a typical day of NA look like 26:30 Order of the day 30:05 Field Phase 39:20 A convincing point 45:00 Gunshyness test 47:17 Gunshy vs Gun Sensitive 50:45 Tracking Phase 58:40 Find a NAVHDA Handler's Clinic 1:00:00 Tracking cover 1:03:15 Variables that occur in tracking 1:09:25 Water Phase 1:17:35 Importance of training on different bodies of water 1:20:00 NAVHDA NA Video 1:23:30 Evaluation Physical Attributes 1:31:30 What should you bring to the day of the NA test 1:35:20 How much are you allowed to talk to your dog 1:37:35 When should you test and enter a test 1:45:25 Dogs that test in NA that are already broke 1:46:00 How to get the most out of a NAVHDA training day 1:50:00 Making connections within the NAVHDA family 1:51:50 Pitch in 1:53:30 When should someone consider retesting their dog in NA 1:56:00 NAVHDA website   Connect with NAVHDA on Instagram and Facebook --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women BigFrig: Coolers, Tumblers and Dry Boxes for Your Way of Life Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------  

Linda Hinz is a turkey hunting enthusiast that has been pursing gobblers for over 20 years. She is heavily involved with the National Wild Turkey Federation's Women In The Outdoors Program in Wisconsin, where she's hosted an annual 3-day education event for the past 20 years. We discuss the event, prep for spring turkey, shotgun patterning, calling, gear and more! The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshell   8:00 Getting started in turkey hunting 9:05 GSP's 9:40 NWTF WITO 16:15 2021 WI WITO Event 18:20 Learn To Hunt Turkey Program 22:15 Mission to mentor 22:50 Changes since start of WITO event 28:20 NWTF Programs 30:10 Prep for turkey season 32:00 Shotgun patterning 37:10 Decoy setup 38:55 Early season vs late season 41:00 Calling 43:00 Turkey sounds 49:40 How often to call 56:00 Boss Hens 1:01:40 Turkey gear 1:04:40 Turkey Recipe 1:05:25 Annie Oakley Award Connect with Linda: Facebook Email: witolinda@gmail.com --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women BigFrig: Coolers, Tumblers and Dry Boxes for Your Way of Life Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------