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Cornerstone Gundog Academy Official

Joshua Parvin

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Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 18

This is the official Cornerstone Gundog Academy podcast. At Cornerstone Gundog Academy, we believe every retriever owner deserves to be able to confidently train their dog and have a dog that makes them proud.

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Fireworks, Gunfire, and Gun-Shy Dogs: How to Protect Your Retriever This Fourth

Episode 23

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 • Duration 11:28

Fireworks can be fun for us, but they can be a major problem for dogs—especially hunting retrievers that need to remain confident around loud noises like gunfire.

In this episode, Josh Parvin breaks down how fireworks are different from gunfire, why even a dog that is comfortable with gunfire may still react poorly to fireworks, and what you should do before, during, and after the Fourth of July to protect your dog’s confidence.

You’ll learn the biggest mistake to avoid if your dog gets scared, how to set up a safe indoor environment, why prevention is always better than trying to fix fear later, and what to do if your dog has already had a bad fireworks experience.

Whether you have a young puppy, a hunting retriever in training, or a family dog you want to protect from fear, this episode will help you create confidence instead of anxiety when the fireworks start.

Read the blog mentioned on this episode here: Firework Blog

Watch the BuildFromHere podcast mentioned on this episode here: BuildFromHere Podcast (Firework Story)

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

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Duck Season Is Over… Now Fix These 3 Retriever Mistakes (Part 2)

Episode 22

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 • Duration 11:29

Duck season may be over, but your dog’s training shouldn’t be.

In the previous episode, Barton Ramsey talked through some of the more common issues handlers see during the season — breaking, sloppy delivery, and switching. In this episode, he moves into some of the more advanced problems that tend to show up once your dog has a little experience under its belt.

Things like not stopping cleanly on the whistle, taking poor lines to a bird, or struggling on difficult marks.

These are the kinds of issues that often don’t show up much in training… but suddenly appear when the excitement of a real hunt is added to the mix.

Barton walks through how he approaches these problems after the season using drills like pattern blinds, wagon wheel, and more intentional marking setups. The goal isn’t just running more retrieves — it’s being deliberate about what you train so your dog improves from one season to the next.

Spring is one of the best times of year to sharpen your dog.

Use it wisely.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

Fill out this form and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

Duck Season Is Over… Now Fix These 3 Retriever Mistakes (Part 1)

Episode 21

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 • Duration 14:21

Duck season is over.

Unless you’re still chasing snow geese somewhere, most of us are done. The decoys are put up, the guns are cleaned, and now there’s a decision to make.

Are you going to coast until preseason…
Or are you going to fix what showed up this year?

In this episode, Barton Ramsey steps in to talk about what he calls the post-season tune-up.

Because if you hunted much at all, your dog showed you something. Maybe it was breaking when the guns went off. Maybe delivery got loose late in the year. Maybe you saw some switching that made you think, “We’ve got to clean that up.”

Spring is the best time to address it.

Your dog is still in shape. Still mentally in hunting mode. And the problems are still fresh in your mind.

Barton walks through three of the most common in-season mistakes — breaking, sloppy delivery, and switching — and how to start tightening them up right now so they don’t follow you into next fall.

Don’t waste the spring.

Sharpen the dog you’re proud to hunt with.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

Did I Ruin My Dog? Where to Begin Training an Older Retriever

Episode 20

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 • Duration 13:05

If you’ve got an older retriever and you’re wondering whether it’s too late to train… this episode is for you.

Maybe you started strong when your dog was a puppy. Maybe life got busy. Maybe you didn’t even know you wanted a hunting dog back then. And now you’re looking at your dog thinking, “Did I miss my chance?”

Good news — it’s not too late.

In this episode, Josh breaks down exactly where to begin when training an older dog. Not based on age, but based on skill level. You’ll learn how to evaluate your dog honestly, why starting from the foundation often saves time in the long run, and the simple three-part framework that helps you reset your mindset, rebuild connection, and move forward with structure and confidence.

If you want a retriever you’re proud to hunt with — no matter your dog’s age — this episode will show you the right place to start.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

Fill out this form and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

Creatures of Habit- Get Unstuck By Thinking Outside The Box

Episode 15

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 • Duration 15:25

Creatures of Habit — Are Your Training Habits Helping or Hurting Your Dog?

In this episode of the Cornerstone Gun Dog Academy Podcast, we explore a simple truth that shapes every training journey: both you and your dog are creatures of habit.

After a memorable hunting experience — and a timely reminder from a CGA member — we dive into how unnoticed patterns can either accelerate progress or quietly hold you back.

You’ll learn how to evaluate your training approach, recognize when frustration is pointing to a needed adjustment, and make small but powerful changes that can dramatically improve your results.

We cover:

Why following a proven process matters
How consistency builds reliable retrievers
When to stay the course — and when to adapt
The power of subtle training adjustments
Why great trainers learn to think from different angles

If you want a calm, confident, capable retriever, it starts with taking ownership of your habits and training with intention.

Stop guessing. Start progressing.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

Train a Hunt Ready Retriever By This Hunting Season

Episode 14

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 • Duration 21:32

Train a Hunt-Ready Retriever by Next Season (Start Now)

If you’re listening as this episode drops in February 2026, you’re in a prime window to build a hunt-ready retriever by next hunting season—as long as you start now and train with a plan.

In this episode, we break down what “hunt-ready” actually means (hint: it’s not about age—it’s about skill level and consistency under real-world pressure). You’ll learn the foundational skills your dog must have before stepping into the blind, why rushing the timeline can backfire, and how to create a training path that holds up when it’s cold, chaotic, and exciting.

We cover:

The #1 decision you must make: don’t hunt the dog before it’s truly ready
The core hunt-ready skills: steadiness, delivery to hand, marking, lining
Why “my dog can do it in training” isn’t the same as “my dog can do it on opening day”
A simple weekly schedule to stay consistent (4 days/week, ~20 minutes)
How community + coaching keeps you from spiraling when problems pop up

If you want a calm, confident, capable retriever by next season, this episode gives you the roadmap—and the standards—to get there.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

When Should You Start Training a Duck Dog? (Earlier Than You Think)

Episode 13

Thursday, January 22, 2026 • Duration 15:40

When should you start training a duck dog?
Most people think of dog training as a project — something you start, finish, and move on from.

That mindset is exactly what causes problems later.

In this episode, we break down why duck dog training is a lifelong journey, not a checklist, and why the best time to start is earlier than most people realize.

You’ll learn:

Why waiting to train “until later” quietly creates bad habits
The ideal age to start training — and what to do if your dog is already older
Why great duck dogs aren’t built through pressure, but through connection
The difference between a “finished dog” and a dog that truly wants to please
How early routines and small wins shape calm, confident behavior in the blind

Whether you’re bringing home an 8-week-old puppy or starting with an older dog, this episode will help you understand where to begin, how to progress, and what really matters long-term.

Because the best duck dogs don’t come from rushing the process —
they come from building it right, from day one.

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

Puppy Pickup Protocol: Your First 24 Hours Made Easy

Episode 12

Saturday, December 6, 2025 • Duration 27:10

The first 24 hours with your new retriever are crucial. In this episode, Josh breaks down exactly what to expect on puppy pickup day, common mistakes to avoid, and simple steps to create a calm, confident start. From the car ride home to the first night in the crate, this guide makes day one easy—and sets the foundation for a great retriever.

Links discussed in the episode...

👉 Link to Preparing For Your New Puppy Blog

👉Link to Retriever Puppy Page Full of Great Tips and Blogs

✅ Subscribe for more weekly retriever training tips and proven methods from Cornerstone Gundog Academy — your guide to training a hunting retriever you can be proud of!

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

Visit: Cornerstone Gundog Academy

Need gear for training your retriever, like collars, dog training dummies, and more?

Visit: Retriever Training Supply

Interested in sponsoring the Cornerstone Gundog Academy Podcast?

Fill out this form and tell us more about promoting your product, service, or brand.

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