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This week, Jess and Scott welcome their clients Chad Neidigh and Magaly Sandoval as well as their awesome Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Kenai. After Kenai recently celebrated his first birthday, Chad and Magaly discuss his first trip to Nationals for dock diving.    What is the main motivator for competing in dog sports with Kenai?   How has the dock diving world differed from other dog sport communities?    Why is dock diving safer for younger dogs than many other dog sports?    For more information about Scott and Jess and their strategies or to book an online consult for behavioral issues, please check out: https://caninehealing.com   To work with Jess virtually to troubleshoot performance sport issues, click: http://www.k9healing.com/ct   To view The Quirky Dog's website and a full catalog of episodes, visit: https://www.thequirkydog.com   To work with Scott and Jess in person within their service area (Portland, ME to Boston, MA to Manchester, NH), email them at studio@thequirkydog.com   Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics. -- Check out our podcast The Quirky Dog!     Have You Seen or Heard Our Podcast? Don't miss out on The Quirky Dog!   Interested in Online Dog Training?   Check out Canine Healing!       Follow and Watch Us On: Facebook:   / caninehealing  YouTube:    / @thequirkydog575  Listen to Us On: PodBean: https://thequirkydog.podbean.com/

What began as a conservation dream several years ago has finally been realised. Aotearoa New Zealand now has its first certified native frog detection dog - Holly, a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

In this episode, we dig deep into the depths of dog lore to separate fact from fiction. If humans understood all the wags of a dog's tail there might not be so many misconceptions about what they prefer to eat, whether or not they want that giant hug, or if they really play poker. But, the better we get to know our favorite dogs, the more myths we're able to bust. More importantly, the better humans understand their dog's needs, signals, and communication, the stronger the bond between us becomes.   Bonafide Bits Great Danes are actually German, not Danish. In 2023, Bobi, a Rafeiro do Alentejo in Portugal, was verified to be the world's oldest dog at 30 years old. You really can teach old dogs new tricks, as expertly demonstrated by 95 Border Collies at the Clever Dog Lab in Austria. Dogs can see color, but are more likely to see blue and yellow toys than popular red or orange toys. Plants in the Allium family, particulary onions, are toxic to all dog breeds but more toxic to Japanese breeds such as Akitas and Shiba Inus.   Featured Breeds: Bernese Mountain Dog Big, powerful, and built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is also strikingly beautiful and blessed with a sweet, affectionate nature. Berners are generally placid but are always up for a romp with the owner, whom they live to please. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, sturdy worker who can stand over 27 inches at the shoulder. The thick, silky, and moderately long coat is tricolored: jet black, clear white, and rust. The distinctive markings on the coat and face are breed hallmarks and, combined with the intelligent gleam in the dark eyes, add to the Berner's aura of majestic nobility. A hardy dog who thrives in cold weather, the Berner's brain and brawn helped him multitask on the farms and pastures of Switzerland. Berners get along with the entire family and are particularly gentle with children, but they will often become more attached to one lucky human. Berners are imposing but not threatening, and they maintain an aloof dignity with strangers. Discover more about Bernese Mountain Dogs at AKC's Bernese Mountain Dog Breed Biography.   Chihuahua The Chihuahua is a balanced, graceful dog of terrier-like demeanor, weighing no more than six pounds. The rounded “apple” head is a breed hallmark. The erect ears and full, luminous eyes are acutely expressive. Coats come in many colors and patterns and can be long or short. The varieties are identical except for the coat. Chihuahuas possess loyalty, charm, and a big-dog attitude. Even tiny dogs require training, and without it, this clever scamp will rule your household like a little Napoleon. Compact and confident, Chihuahuas are ideal city pets. They are too small for roughhousing with kids, and special care must be taken in cold weather, but Chihuahuas are adaptable as long as they get lots of quality time in their preferred lap. Discover more about Chihuahuas at AKC's Chihuahua Breed Biography.   Chinese Crested  With their spotted pink skin, spiky “crested” hairdo, furry socks, and feathery tail, you can't mistake the sweet and slender Chinese Crested for any other breed. This frolicsome, ultra-affectionate companion dog is truly a breed apart. The Chinese Crested, a lively and alert toy breed standing between 11 and 13 inches high, can be hairless or coated. The hairless variety has smooth, soft skin and tufts of hair on the head, tail, and ankles. The coated variety, called the “powderpuff,” is covered by a soft, silky coat. Besides the coat, there's very little difference between the powderpuff and his undressed brother. Both varieties are characterized by fine-boned elegance and graceful movement. Cresteds are as fun as they look: playful, loving, and devoted to their humans. The hairless has its advantages: there is no doggy odor, and for obvious reasons shedding isn't much of a problem. Both varieties are attentive housemates, totally in tune with their family. Discover more about Chinese Crested at AKC's Chinese Crested Breed Biography.   Irish Wolfhound The calm, dignified, and kindly Irish Wolfhound is the tallest of all AKC breeds. Once fearless big-game hunters capable of dispatching a wolf in single combat, Wolfhounds today are the most serene and agreeable of companions. Discover more about Irish Wolfhounds at AKC's Irish Wolfhound Breed Biography.   Great Dane The easygoing Great Dane, the mighty “Apollo of Dogs,” is a total joy to live with — but owning a dog of such imposing size, weight, and strength is a commitment not to be entered into lightly. This breed is indeed great, but not a Dane. Discover more about Great Danes at AKC's Great Dane Breed Biography.   Rafeiro do Alentejo The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an excellent farm and estate watchdog. He is also a very useful livestock protector, being more vigilant at night and very serious when guarding territory or any other property entrusted to him. He has a calm and confident expression. Since the beginning of the breed's history, Rafeiros Alentejanos were used in packs as hunting dogs for big game, though this function has gradually disappeared over time. More recently, the breed is a guard dog for property and livestock, watching sheep and cattle. They also often work alone in prairies and will defend the herd against any intruders. Hailing from Portugal, the Rafeiro do Alentejo is a large-sized dog, powerful, rustic, sober, and calm. He moves with a heavy, slow roll. His coat is short or medium-length and thick, straight, and dense. They can be black, wolf gray, or fawn, with or without brindling, always with white markings; or white with patches of these colors. Discover more about Rafeiro do Alentejo at AKC's Rafeiro do Alentejo Breed Biography.   Akita Akitas are burly, heavy-boned spitz-type dogs of imposing stature. Standing 24 to 28 inches at the shoulder, Akitas have a dense coat that comes in several colors, including white. The head is broad and massive and is balanced in the rear by a full, curled-over tail. The erect ears and dark, shining eyes contribute to an expression of alertness, a hallmark of the breed. Akitas are quiet, fastidious dogs. Wary of strangers and often intolerant of other animals, Akitas will gladly share their silly, affectionate side with family and friends. They thrive on human companionship. The large, independent-thinking Akita is hardwired for protecting those they love. They must be well-socialized from birth with people and other dogs. Discover more about Akitas at AKC's Akita Breed Biography.   Shiba Inu An ancient Japanese breed, the Shiba Inu is a little but well-muscled dog once employed as a hunter. Today, the spirited, good-natured Shiba is the most popular companion dog in Japan. The adaptable Shiba is at home in town or country. Brought to America from Japan as recently as 60 years ago, Shibas are growing in popularity in the West and are already the most popular breed in their homeland. Their white markings combined with their coloring (red, red sesame, or black and tan) and their alert expression and smooth stride make them almost foxlike. They're sturdy, muscular dogs with a bold, confident personality to match. Discover more about Shiba Inus at AKC's Shiba Inu Breed Biography.   German Shepherd Dog There are many reasons why German Shepherd Dogs stand in the front rank of canine royalty, but experts say their defining attribute is character: loyalty, courage, confidence, the ability to learn commands for many tasks, and the willingness to put their life on the line in defense of loved ones. German Shepherd Dogs will be gentle family pets and steadfast guardians, but, the breed standard says, there's a “certain aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships.” Discover more about German Shepherd Dogs at AKC's German Shepherd Dog Breed Biography.   Siberian Husky The graceful, medium-sized Siberian Husky's almond-shaped eyes can be either brown or blue and sometimes one of each, and convey a keen but amiable, and even mischievous expression. Quick and nimble-footed, Siberians are known for their powerful but seemingly effortless gait. Tipping the scales at no more than 60 pounds, they are noticeably smaller and lighter than their burly cousin, the Alaskan Malamute. As born pack dogs, they enjoy family life and get on well with other dogs. The Sibes' innate friendliness renders them indifferent watchdogs. These are energetic dogs who can't resist chasing small animals, so secure room to run is a must. An attractive feature of the breed: Sibes are naturally clean, with little doggy odor. Discover more about Siberian Huskies at AKC's Siberian Husky Breed Biography.   Golden Retriever The Golden Retriever, an exuberant Scottish gundog of great beauty, stands among America's most popular dog breeds. They are serious workers at hunting and fieldwork, as guides for the blind, and in search-and-rescue, enjoy obedience and other competitive events, and have an endearing love of life when not at work. Discover more about Golden Retrievers at AKC's Golden Retriever Breed Biography.   Labrador Retriever The sweet-faced, lovable Labrador Retriever is America's most popular dog breed. Labs are friendly, outgoing, and high-spirited companions who have more than enough affection to go around for a family looking for a medium-to-large dog. Labs are famously friendly. They are companionable housemates who bond with the whole family, and they socialize well with neighbor dogs and humans alike. But don't mistake his easy-going personality for low energy: The Lab is an enthusiastic athlete that requires lots of exercise like swimming and marathon games of fetch, to keep physically and mentally fit. Discover more about Labrador Retrievers at AKC's Labrador Retriever Breed Biography.   English Springer Spaniel The English Springer Spaniel is a sweet-faced, lovable bird dog of great energy, stamina, and brains. Sport hunters cherish the duality of working Springers: handsome, mannerly pets during the week, and trusty hunting buddies on weekends. Discover more about English Springer Spaniels at AKC's English Springer Spaniel Breed Biography.   Otterhound Big, boisterous, and affectionate, the Otterhound was bred in medieval England for the now-outlawed activity of otter hunting. This scarce breed is known for its dense shaggy coat, webbed feet, an acute sense of smell, and affinity for swimming. Discover more about Otterhounds at AKC's Otterhound Breed Biography.   Portuguese Water Dog The bright and biddable Portuguese Water Dog was bred to be an all-around fisherman's helper. The robust, medium-sized body is covered by a coat of tight, low-shedding curls. They are eager and athletic companions built for water work. Discover more about Portuguese Water Dogs at AKC's Portuguese Water Dog Breed Biography.   Chesapeake Bay Retriever The Chesapeake Bay Retriever, peerless duck dog of the Mid-Atlantic, is an American original who embodies the classic traits of a good retriever: loyal, upbeat, affectionate, and tireless. The Chessie is famous for his waterproof coat. Chessies are strong, powerfully built gundogs standing anywhere from 21 to 26 inches at the shoulder. A male can weigh up to 80 pounds. The distinctive breed trait is a wavy coat that is oily to the touch. Chessies are solid-colored, either chocolatey brown, sedge, or deadgrass, with keen yellow-amber eyes that nicely complement the coat. Chessies are more emotionally complex than the usual gundog. Chessies take to training, but they have a mind of their own and can tenaciously pursue their own path. They are protective of their humans and polite, but not overtly friendly to strangers. Chessies make excellent watchdogs and are versatile athletes. A well-socialized Chessie is a confident companion and world-class hunting buddy. Discover more about Chesapeake Bay Retrievers at AKC's Chesapeake Bay Retriever Breed Biography.   Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever The smallest of the AKC's retrievers, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is intelligent, affectionate, and eager to please. Play fetch with a tireless Toller until your right arm falls off, and he will ask you to throw left-handed. The little gundog with the big name is the smallest AKC retriever, standing ideally 18 or 19 inches at the shoulder. The Toller's trademark is a coat of stunning crimson, ranging from golden red to a dark coppery color, with white markings. Strong and agile, Tollers are medium dogs: medium in size, bone, and coat length. The almond-shaped eyes project an alert expression. Tollers are upbeat athletes who require outlets for their boundless vigor: hunting, hiking, camping, and, of course, swimming (for which they are ideally suited, down to their webbed feet). Tollers are smart, handsome, affectionate companions, but these red tornadoes can be recommended only to those with enough time and energy to keep them usefully occupied. Discover more about Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever at AKC's Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Breed Biography.   Dachshund The famously long, low silhouette, ever-alert expression, and bold, vivacious personality of the Dachshund have made him a superstar of the canine kingdom. Dachshunds come in two sizes and in three coat types of various colors and patterns. The word “icon” is terribly overworked, but the Dachshund, with his unmistakable long-backed body, little legs, and big personality, is truly an icon of purebred dogdom. Dachshunds can be standard-sized (usually 16 to 32 pounds) or miniature (11 pounds or under), and come in one of three coat types: smooth, wirehaired, or longhaired. Dachshunds aren't built for distance running, leaping, or strenuous swimming, but otherwise, these tireless hounds are game for anything. Smart and vigilant, with a big-dog bark, they make fine watchdogs. Bred to be an independent hunter of dangerous prey, they can be brave to the point of rashness, and a bit stubborn, but their endearing nature and unique look have won millions of hearts the world over. Discover more about Dachshunds at AKC's Dachshund Breed Biography.   Pembroke Welsh Corgi Among the most agreeable of all small house dogs, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a strong, athletic, and lively little herder who is affectionate and companionable without being needy. They are one of the world's most popular herding breeds. Discover more about Pembroke Welsh Corgis at AKC's Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed Biography.   Basset Hound The Basset Hound stands no higher than 14 inches at the shoulder but, with his remarkably heavy bone, powerful little legs, and massive paws, he possesses big-dog strength and stamina. Bassets are famous for a large, domed head that features extremely long, velvety ears, mournful eyes, and a wrinkled brow, which give the breed the look of a sad clown. Built more for endurance than speed, the Basset moves in a deliberate but effortless manner. The breed's scenting ability is uncanny; it's said that among dogs only the Bloodhound's nose is more accurate. Mild and agreeable at home, the Basset is stubborn on the trail and barks in a loud, ringing voice. Although they may not be wildly demonstrative in their affections, they are steadfastly loyal. Discover more about Basset Hounds at AKC's Basset Hound Breed Biography.   For more information about a specific breed visit the breed's parent club or AKC.org.   Shareables Dogs are not color blind, they just see colors differently from humans. Blue and yellow toys stand out more than other colors. Used as scent atomizers, the sweat glands on a dog's skin are not used for evaporation or cooling. A dog's wagging tail is an effective communication tool, as long as you don't come in at the tail end of the conversation.

Care with Consent is Sara McLoudrey's specialty. Find out how life-changing training your dog to be ok with handling, grooming, and vet care can be! Sara McLoudrey is the owner of Decisive Moment Pet Consulting and has been a professional dog trainer for 18 years! Currently, Sara is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC with IAABC), CPDT-KSA, Fear Free Certified Professional Level 1 Elite and Certified Trainer, Low Stress Handling Certified, FitPaws Master Trainer, and TagTeach Level 3. Over the years she has seen how our relationships with dogs have changed and even how the “positive/force free/clicker” training world has evolved. Sara specializes in Care with Consent (cooperative care), human-directed aggression, resource guarding, helping senior dogs thrive, and living with intact dogs. While specializing in these topics, of course, she sees all types of serious behavior cases. Currently, she offers personalized behavior modification programs, monthly membership communities, and virtual classes such as Care with Consent Foundations, Tip Top Toenails, and Muzzle Magic. In addition to working directly with clients, she also offers services for pet professionals - veterinarians, veterinary nurses, groomers, and training colleagues. In addition to Decisive Moment Pet Consulting she is also an Animal Trainer at Synergy Behavior Solutions, a veterinary behavior practice. Her professional animal training career started in 2004, founding ROOT Dog Training in suburban Chicago. In 2016, she sold ROOT, moved to Portland, and joined the team at Synergy Behavior Solutions. Over the years Sara has completed with positively trained dogs in retriever field tests, high-level competition and rally obedience (Utility and RAE level), conformation, and elite level nose work. Currently, Sara shares her life with Rizzo, a 12 year old American Water Spaniel, and Lindy a 4 year old Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Decisive Moment Pet Consulting: www.DecisiveMomentConsulting.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decisivemomentpetconsulting/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecisiveMomentPetConsulting If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!

Have you heard the phrase "responsible breeding" and wondered what that really means? In this episode, guest Liza Rader shares knowledge gained from growing up in the dog breeding world and how that knowledge can influence training. We chat about "red flags" and "green flags" to look for when searching for a breeder as well as why breed-specific traits are important for pet guardians to know about. Liza is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner the owner of Focus Dog Training, specializing in coaching guardians of high-energy dogs. Liza lives in BC with Percy the Rough Collie and Biscuit the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Follow @focusdogs on Instagram for training content and tips for meeting the needs of high energy and high drive dogs! Mentioned in this episode "But I Don't Need A Show Dog" article Webinars from Focus Dog Training Full episode transcript can be downloaded here

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 -------------------------------------------------

On tomorrow's episode of the "Dish on Dogs" podcast, President Jackie Bondanza sits down with a very special guest Milo the Toller, and his owner Jen. Milo is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever who loves butterflies and nature. He is also a professional chef and internet celebrity. You can follow Milo on Instagram and TikTok @milo_the_toller.

We’ve been talking about the development of hunting dogs and how they were shaped by the humans and cultures where they originated. We received an interesting listener question asking us to consider the inverse of this concept: would human development have been any different if we did not have dogs at our side? It’s a fascinating thought experiment to consider what might have been different, which of course leads us down a few trails.   Back on the topic of hunting methods, we also addressed some listener input regarding the current status of hunting with crossbows across the United States. While their use (where legal) is primarily for big game hunting, we muse about the possibility of reenacting historic bird hunting methods…after you check your local regulations, of course!   Our guest interview this week is with a Canadian waterfowler who grew up hunting ducks in Nova Scotia. As a kid, Grant St. Germain was introduced to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, or Toller, through family friends who were among the early advocates for the breed.   Tolling for ducks means luring the ducks to shore and within shotgun range. This is an ideal technique on a calm day when ducks are rafted up offshore with no reason to move around or seek protection from the weather. The Toller is enticed to play and frolic along the shoreline, which triggers the ducks to move in for a closer look. As the ducks approach the shore, the concealed hunter waits for them to come within range and then jumps up for a couple of shots.   While the exact reasons for why the ducks are attracted to the dog are up for debate, Grant supposes that it’s related to their nest protection instinct. Since Tollers are bred to look and behave like foxes, it’s thought that ground-nesting ducks instinctively come to see the “fox” along the shore to see if it is raiding their nests. This theory is supported by the fact that tree-nesting ducks can’t be effectively tolled.   Utilizing the tolling technique is quite simple as long as you have the right kind of location where the rafted ducks can see the shoreline, yet you can remain hidden and close enough to the water. It’s typically an opportunity-based hunt when the situation presents itself, rather than something that can be planned in advanced.   There’s no special training required for the dog—you simply throw a stick or ball to get the Toller running back and forth along the shoreline in a playful manner. Tollers are passionate about retrieving, so this comes very naturally for them and they won’t tire of the game. The only trick is to make sure that the dog ignores the approaching ducks—one look in the wrong direction could spook the ducks and end the hunt.   Tolling is rarely practiced today, but there’s no reason the technique should be lost to history! If you give it a try with your dog, please let us know how it goes.   As always, we thank you for listening and invite you to submit feedback or questions to us at HDC@northwoodscollective.com. We would love to feature your questions in an upcoming episode! Record a voice memo and email it to us to be featured on the show and to have your question answered.   Share | Comment, review and discuss this episode of the podcast in our Project Upland Community Facebook group.   Enjoy the show and don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share this podcast.   Hunting Dog Confidential is presented by Eukanuba Premium Performance Dog Food and supported by Dakota 283, Syren USA, and SportDog Brand

Happy Wednesday, listeners! This week is all about the aptly-named Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Recording this episode we absolutely fell in love with this breed, and we hope you do too! Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast directory! Thanks for listening! © 2021 Arcadia Podcast Network LLC Visit our website! www.weregettingadog.com To support this podcast (via Patreon), please visit: www.weregettingadog.com/support We research and fact-check every show. www.weregettingadog.com/bibliographies Listen to our other Podcasts! www.arcadiapodcastnetwork.com Email us your dog photos! wgad@arcadiapodcastnetwork.com EPISODE LINKS Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Club of America www.nsdtrc-usa.org

No matter how you slice it, the Labrador Retriever is British. Putting the word “English” or “British” in front of its name is like putting “American” in front of Chesapeake Bay Retriever or “Canadian” in front of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Somehow, the terms “English Lab” and “British Lab” have crept into our vocabulary, nevertheless. So, what exactly is a “British” or “English” Lab and how is it different from an “American” Lab?

In this episode, we respond to some listener feedback about a couple of more unusual retriever breeds and a strange way of attracting ducks to waiting hunters.   First up, we discuss the Murray River Curly-Coated Retriever. A listener from Australia alerted us to this rare landrace which has been used for centuries along the Murray River of South Australia. This dog’s short, strong build and curly, brown coat share many similarities with other breeds developed around the same time. While its exact origin story is unknown, several theories abound. Could it be the result of Flat-Coated Retrievers mixed with curly coated water dogs such as the Irish Water Spaniel? Could it be an offshoot of the Curly-Coated Retriever? Or, most curiously, could it be a surviving landrace from the now-extinct Norfolk Retriever? Descriptions of the Norfolk Retriever certainly seem to fit the look as well as the working style of the Murray River dog.   Whatever the origins of the Murray River Retriever, it maintains a small but passionate group of enthusiasts who are striving to gain breed recognition within the Australian Kennel Club.   The last of the retriever breeds to cover in this series is the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. The “Little River Duck Dog” is a symbol of Nova Scotia and a nod to the rich history of duck hunting in local waterways across the eastern seaboard of North America. But what exactly is “tolling” and how did it originate?   We discuss the various origins of canine tolling behavior, which is when a dog plays along the shore to lure curious ducks closer to within gun range. Foxes exhibit this behavior in the wild, but there are no confirmed records of foxes and dogs breeding to form hybrids. Instead, domestic dogs were selected for a fox-like appearance and trained to mimic the fox’s behavior in cleverly luring ducks toward a waiting hunter.   The English and Dutch used similar methods to lure ducks into a cage, pipe, or trap called a “decoy”, but there are no records of them using guns to kill the ducks trapped while using a tolling dog. This unique method of hunting appears to have originated from French practices, which may well explain the origins of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.   We wrap up the episode with a discussion of the forthcoming Hunting Dog Confidential Magazine. We are in the final stages of editing Issue One and can’t wait to take readers on a journey to learn about hunting dogs from all around the world. The articles and photography are firsthand accounts from many of the sources that we’ve used for episodes of this podcast. If you are enjoying the podcast and like learning about the history and modern-day use of all kinds of hunting dogs, you will love this coffee-table-quality magazine. Subscribe at projectupland.com to get ahold of the first issue in October!   As always, we thank you for listening and hope you’ll continue to reach out with your comments, questions, and ideas. Who knows what other unusual types of dogs are out there? We can’t wait to find out. We can be reached at HDC@northwoodscollective.com. Share | Comment, review and discuss this episode of the podcast in our Project Upland Community Facebook group. Enjoy the show and don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share this podcast. Hunting Dog Confidential is presented by Eukanuba Premium Performance Dog Food

Our exploration of the history of hunting dogs has led us to North America, where we uncover the earliest origins of the retriever breeds. In this episode, we discuss whether the Labrador Retriever is really a North American breed, or whether it’s a British breed that owes its roots to the back-and-forth trade between England and the new communities on the eastern coast of North America.   For the purposes of this discussion, “Retriever” is meant to refer to the breeds that were specifically bred to specialize in retrieving: the Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Curly Coated Retriever, Flat Coated Retriever, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Many other water dogs share similar characteristics, and of course continental pointing dogs and spaniels are also expected to retrieve game. But the Retrievers were truly designed to be specialists in the new landscape and the new hunting techniques found in North America in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.   Our story begins on the east coast of what is now Canada, in the province now known as Newfoundland and Labrador. These coastal communities were known for their near-mythological fishing grounds, so early contacts are suspected to have been made by the English, the Portuguese, and perhaps even the Vikings. Over time, at this fishing outpost, the various cultures and their dogs combined to form a land race called the St. John’s Water Dog. This wasn’t a specific breed of dog, but rather a particular type that was commonly found in the area. These dogs were described as having a short thick coat, rudder-like tail, high endurance, and a great love of swimming. All modern retrievers eventually descended from these dogs.   The St. John’s Water Dog was a favorite of fisherman and hunters alike. They could be found all over the island of Newfoundland. They were used in the water to fetch lines, waterfowl, and even dive for fish that escaped the nets. Hunters used the dogs in a method of attracting waterfowl known as tolling, where the dog played along the shore and lured the curious ducks to within gun range. Early writings describe highly intelligent and capable dogs used in this manner to help the hunter put food on the table.   These dogs were frequently being sent back to England with the fishermen and merchants that traveled back and forth across the Atlantic. In England, the St. John’s Water Dog was crossed with other dogs to meet the demands of the pet and hunting markets. Eventually this land race of dogs split into a much larger variety, what we now know as the Newfoundland Dog, and a smaller variety that led to the formation of the Labrador Retriever. But that’s a story for the next episode.   Tune in to hear more about the earliest origins of the Labrador Retriever and, by extension, all of our modern day retriever breeds. As always, we thank you for listening and hope you’ll continue to share the great feedback about this series. We can be reached at HDC@northwoodscollective.com with your ideas, comments, and questions.   Share | Comment, review and discuss this episode of the podcast in our Project Upland Community Facebook group.   Enjoy the show and don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share this podcast.   Hunting Dog Confidential is presented by Eukanuba Premium Performance Dog Food

Meistens trainiert man Dummy häufiger alleine als in der Gruppe. Man kann ganz entspannt auf dem Spaziergang ein paar Übungen einbauen oder für einen speziellen Trainingsgrund in ein geeignetes Gebiet fahren. Dabei hat man nur ein Problem. Man hat keinen Helfer. Vor allem wenn man an Baustellen arbeiten möchte, ist eine Person, die einem ein paar Dummies durch die Gegend wirft, echt praktisch. In dieser Podcast Episode teile ich mit dir meine Lösungswege für ein effektives und sinnvolles Training ohne Helfer. Anhand von drei Vorbehalten, die mir immer wieder von Teams im Training berichtet werden, drösel ich dir auf, welche Möglichkeiten du hast, Baustellen auch ohne Helfer trainieren zu können. 1) Blinds -> Dein Hund ist immer aufmerksam und bekommt es sofort mit, wenn du ein Dummy irgendwo "blind" verstecken möchtest. Blinds zu trainieren ist also fast unmöglich alleine. 2) Steadyness in der Gruppe - > Dein Hund ist im Einzeltraining super, aber sobald er in einer Gruppe arbeiten soll, ist er völlig überdreht und kommt nicht mehr runter. 3) Markierungen -> Ich kann keine Markierungen trainieren, weil keiner da ist, der mir eine werfen würde.

In dieser Episode geht es um eine sinnvolle Art der Bestätigung. Ich möchte dir aber nicht eine bestimmte Technik vorschreiben, wie du deinen Hund bestätigen solltest. Vielmehr gehe ich auf die Kriterien ein, die ein Lob zu einem Baustein im Training machen und euch als Team voran bringen.

Die erste richtige Prüfung mit Mika war nicht besonders erfolgreich, aber ich habe aus ihr gelernt und jetzt freu ich mich sehr, wenn ich endlich wieder einen Platz ergattert habe. In dieser Episode erzähle ich aus dem Nähkästchen was meine Prüfungen mit Mika und Indy angeht und ich zeige dir, wie du dein Training so umstellen kannst, dass du dich auf einer Prüfung sicher und entspannt fühlen kannst.

Je chov psů zlatý důl, nebo spíš velká práce a zodpovědnost? Pozvání k povídání o fungování chovatelské stanice přijala majitelka CHS Targaryen Fire, chovatelka plemene Nova scotia duck tolling retriever - Veronika Čížek Marková. Jak vybrat správnou chovatelskou stanici? Co všechno musí člověk udělat, než odchová první vrh své feny? Jak probíhá péče o štěňata a výběr nových páníčků? Tenhle díl vám pomůže koukat fungování chovatelské stanice trochu jinak, pořízení psa s PP totiž není zdaleka důležité jen proto, že můžete se psem chodit na výstavy.

In diesem Podcast berichte ich vom allgemeinen Ablauf einer schwedischen Tollingprüfung und gehe auf alle wichtigen Bereiche in der Anfängerklasse ein. Anschleichen: - Unterschiede zwischen Anschleichen und “normaler” Fußarbeit - Wie weit und gibt es Unterschiede in den Klassen Tolling: - Das richtige Wurfspielzeug (welche Eigenschaften sollte es haben, wie viele brauche ich?) - Der richtige Wurf (Wie, wohin, wie weit, wie oft?) Verhalten am Netz: - Position des Hundeführers und des Hundes - Rituale für die Ruhephase(n) - Tipps für ein ruhigeres Warten am Netz Markierungen: - Wann darf ich von wo aus schicken Suche: - Unterschiede und Besonderheiten im Vergleich zur deutschen “Standardsuche” - Was und wie viel liegt in der Suche Zu allen Bereichen gebe ich Tipps was man beachten und was man vorher auf jeden Fall trainiert haben sollte. Am Ende gehe ich auch noch auf meine persönlichen Don‘ts in einer Tolling Prüfung ein.

Welcome back to the Floof and Pupper Podcast! In today’s episode, Miranda and Taylor discuss all of the service dogs, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, and teaching your dog math! Don’t forget to subscribe, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter for more adorable doggos! Bork bork!Service Dogs:https://www.anythingpawsable.com/types-of-service-dogs/Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever:https://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/nova-scotia-duck-tolling-retriever#/slide/7https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nova_Scotia_Duck_Tolling_RetrieverSubscribe to us on APPLE PODCASTS, STITCHER or your podcatcher of choice.Find us on FACEBOOK, TWITTER or INSTAGRAM.

Welcome to a SPOOOOOOKY episode of Can I miss Pet Your Dog? Happy Halloween!!! Tugboat and Pistachio want you to know those terrifying plastic rat decorations are 100% real. Allegra reports her haunted time at Marnie’s 16th birthday in Dogs we met this week. (Kidding. It was fun and there were awesome dogs there.) Renee has the frightful Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever in Dogs We Met This Week. (Also kidding. They’re adorable.) And the truly delightful Stevie Nelson from Nickelodeon’s Crashletes and the I Burn Everything podcast joins us to dish about her two dachshund pups. Finally, our live show with our brother podcast We Got This, is this Sunday, November 5th at the Moroccan Lounge at 7pm. Miss it and BEWARE! Waahahahahahah! (Again, kidding. But it sure would be fun to see ya! Come on out!)    Link for live show: http://www.themoroccan.com/event/1571929-live-podcasts-we-got-this-los-angeles/