Gun Dog It Yourself – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, we explore the value of continuous learning and the importance of embracing new perspectives in dog training. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's always room to grow by stepping outside your comfort zone. I'm joined by Randall Lykens of Liberty Canine, Justin Rigney of K9 Services Unlimited, Tim Andrews, and Chris Armanini of Full Send K9 for an insightful discussion on how trainers in the gun dog community—and beyond—can benefit from incorporating fresh approaches into their training routines. Watch Here! The dog's perception of pressure while in drive Impulse control and the value of the dog taking a lesser reward while in drive You may THINK you want the dog with the highest drive.... Charged markers and owning the dog's stomach via food Why do these guys train the way they do? Create a world where the dog cant self reward! Getting the enthusiasm WITH the control People's reluctance to consider new approaches Everything evolves Women are better trainers and the impact that has had within dog breeding Preparing for pressure and theres not a one way fix for everything Old school pressure on/pressure off training gets boring. Make training ENJOYABLE again What is actually in it for the dog to retrieve? Teaching the out and how Force Fetch can actually be used to fix barking and leaking You are your own architect to your training process. Make some art! The dogs are constantly analyzing us The hardest aspect of training is the human Dogs are master manipulators and ALWAYS studying you! Randall Lykens | @liberty_canine_llc Justin Rigney | @k9servicesunlimited Tim Andrews | @mitswerdna Chris Armanini | @fullsendk9training - SIGN UP | GDIY 2024 SOUTH DAKOTA PHEASANT HUNT - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

Travis Warren of Upchukar joins me to discuss a lot of different topics' Entry into chukar hunting Being useful and bringing something to the table Find the group with the same goals at the same level Getting the first hunting dog, Hazel Harper the Wirehair Working a younger dog in with your older dog Chukar Hunting 101 Water, elevation, rimrock, and a side of grass Ideal dog work for Chukar Dogs with tenderfeet and blowing pads Heat and elevation means you need more water Flushing strategy Chokes and shot size Himalayan Snowcock High altitude considerations -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Use Code: GDIY to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20% DT Systems | Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15% Final Rise Upland Gun Company - Other Partners: BPro Kennels United Field Trialers Association Upcoming Events Eukanuba Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we discuss everything dog nutrition! Dr. Jill Cline of Royal Canin and Eukanuba joins me to cover this topic in a very down to earth and relatable fashion! "Dogs with jobs" Adjust the quantity or adjust the formula based on exercise? (75%-125% of the recommended daily amount rule) The body condition score (working dogs should score 3.5 to 4 in season) Body weight is still the best gauge for caloric needs "Anticipation" calorie burn Adding canned food can add more calories if more than 125% of the daily intake and theres not another formula available Floating vs Dry (Floating needs to be 3x the water to food ratio) Getting enough hydration Dental considerations How often should we feed? The post exercise nutritional window The dogs ability to learn based on their nutrition An allergy vs. an intolerence Grain free diets "Digestibility" Raw food and micronutrient considerations How to handle an upset stomach -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Use Code: GDIY to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20% DT Systems | Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15% Final Rise Upland Gun Company - Other Partners: BPro Kennels United Field Trialers Association Upcoming Events Eukanuba Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NAME: Colin Smith BREED: German Wirehair Pointers (2) LOCATION: Tappahannock, VA TARGETS: Woodcock, Bobwhites, Grouse FAVORITE EPISODES: Force Fetch Series GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company BPro Kennels - Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jerry Havel, owner of Pineridge Grouse Camp and co-owner of Upland Gun Company, joins me to talk grouse dogs, mentorship, and places for upland fellowship! Fall is in the air! Simpler times vs the current technology and tools Trusting your dog in the woods Get out and walk with your pups! Expose them early! Still starts with genetics Learning on the first dog The value of group training such as a NAVHDA Chapter Jerry's command structure Hunt YOUR hunt and enjoy the romanticism First impressions on new grouse hunters Places for fellowship and mentorship Prefer a good fireside debate on dog breeds or shotguns more? Get your dogs in shape! “October, grouse, loyal beautiful bird dogs, bourbon, grouse guns, and good friends” what makes our life. No question about it. Octobers come as a jewel in life. Only once a year, to be savored and remembered. Come and go in the blink of our eye. It strikes me that I have few remaining and it’s important to value Octobers with good friends and good dogs. Can no longer say, “ well another one will come along next year." Email me your best grouse hunting or hunting camp story to win an Upland Gun Company hat and hoody as well as a Pineridge Grouse Camp hat! Send to gundogityourself@gmail.com. -- YOUTUBE VIDEO: Why Do We Do Gun Fittings? -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company BPro Kennels Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon // Instagram // Facebook // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Wells and Sonny Piekarz join me to go deep into weeds with their new program "The Method". Foundations within the Smith Method Folks not understanding the dog training process Spend time with your dog The biggest disconnect in the Smith method? The home cycles into the chain gang and the chain gang cycles into the field Stack the wins to avoid frustration Getting the receptive mindset dog at the vehicle Getting the dog to follow the lead Balancing letting the dog making decisions and still enforcing boundaries The Whoa post and phasing it out? "Force Fetch" on the obstacle course Building the retrieve drive for a dog without any retrieve drive Entering the field with this foundation Maintenance and the "way of life" Silence and communicating in the dogs language Originally named THE MINDSET METHOD -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon // Instagram // Facebook // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of services or products out there that afford dog owners to learn more about their dogs than ever before. One of those services or products is genetic testing. We are all familiar with some of the benefits for breeders to do genetic testing but is there any benefit to individual owners doing the testing? Im joined with Caitlin Swingley and Dr. Bob Westra from Neogen to discuss why someone might be interested in their products. Types of products | Pawprint Genetics (Breed Specific) & Canine Health Check (Health Screening) The Canine Healthcheck screening process Lucy is a carrier of the HUU! Whats that mean? Using the results to match a potential breeding What kind of impact do we see from genetic mutation? Genetic testing to try and better each breed Benefits of genetic testing for our veterinary work ups "Poligenetic" concerns Working with specific breed clubs Breed identification testing Phenogenetic AND genetic testing should be part of a breeder's due dilligence Test pricing Common issues within popular breeds -- NEOGEN PROMO CODES: Paw Print Genetics | GDIY23 for 25% off your order Canine Health Check | GDIYCHC for $40 off -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company - Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon // Instagram // Facebook // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the concerns for dog handlers in certain regions would be the presence of wolves. How concerned should you actually be though? Randy Johnson, large carnivore specialists for the Wisconsin DNR, joins me to discuss the species and how it impacts us as dog handlers. Cougars, Bears, & Wolves....oh, my! The historical timeline of wolves in Wisconsin The Gray Wolf pack structure and size Very territorial Depredation on local farms The ESA impact on responding to depredation Opportunistic feeders Their response to us entering their home range Human interaction The wolf conflict interactive map 95% of conflicts are on hounds and not bird dogs Rendezvous sites Our options in handling a conflict between wolves and our dogs Prevention is #1 The "tracking bell" vs "dinner bell" debate The "decoy" wolf leading to an ambush Disease crossover concerns -- Other WI DNR Resources: Wolf Conflict Page Guidance for Hunters and Pet Owners Dog Depredations Page Sharing the Land with Wolves Department Brochure Wolf Management Plan -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon // Instagram // Facebook // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices