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

NAME: Carson Fillin BREED: Deutsch Drahtaars (2), Teckel LOCATION: Kuna, ID TARGETS: Ducks, Chukar, Huns, Badgers? FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 197. Mo Lindley, Ep. 189. Martha Greenlee, Ep. 194. Rick Smith, The Whoa Series, and the 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 - Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Moore joins me again to go over a lot! From guide certificates all the way through everything on the calendar for Bird Dog Society, we touch on quite a bit with this one! Hunting season is here! The Maine guide certification Land navigation New England grouse hunting "Hunting With Your Bird Dog" workshop is now full but will be an available resource on the website The St. Huberts Field Trial on Feb 3rd and 4th can be signed up for at the Three Rivers Land Trust site Webinars: -9/21 Ethical Dog Breeding -10/19 Stickers, Seeds, Thorns -12/14 Intro to Upland Hunting -2/8 Shed Hunting w/ Tom Dokken "Troubles w/ Bird Dogs" event on 5/4 in West Virginia Shed hunt in March. Dates TBD In the distant future: Bird Dog Trauma Clinic January 2025 in VA -- 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

HRC (Hunting Retriever Club) is a testing system that really focuses on hunting scenarios. A ton of people compete in the organization every year with your typical retrieving breeds. Landon Poplin enjoys doing it with his German Wirehair Pointers in addition to hunting and running in other organizations as well. Transitioning from retrievers to versatiles Balancing upland and retriever training Working a compliant dog vs a higher drive dog Levels of HRC (starter, seasoned, finished) Sending with or without gun fire Steadiness requirements The International Grand The upland test in HRC Even pointing dogs are required to flush in the upland test One test lasts for 5 days?! Realistic hunting scenarios and setups Handler requirements. Wearing ALL CAMO Long blinds Motion decoys Switching to NAVHDA -- 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

This week we start Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the Upland Slam that originally released on August 23, 2022. This upland slam series is unique in that Jim doesn't chase the slam for himself. Jim counts the upland slam for each individual dog. From Vizslas to German Shorthair Pointers Pheasant hunting with pointing dogs or flushing dogs? What is the Upland Slam? Learning curves and preparation Starting all the way from zero on the list! No previous birds counted. Hunting standards and requirements The slam is by dog and not just the handler! - 2024 GDIY Pheasant Hunt - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Furvor Bone Broth | Use Code 'GDIY2&1' to buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd free (Valid for 1 time usage) usde 'GDIY10' to save 10% on future orders - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know these dogs can develop amazing skills and sometimes those amazing skills can crossover and provide truly valuable services to society. Perhaps exploring an option such as Search and Rescue is something that would be rewarding and enjoyable for you try with your bird dogs in the off season? Melissa Stagnaro joins me to explain that it doesn't have to be one or the other. Your bird dog can do both if you want them to! What brought Melissa to the dog world? "Tracking" or "Trailing" Why bird dog owners might be interested in Sport SAR Who is ARSA? (American Rettungshunde Sport Association) Three levels of "sport" and one level of "mission ready" SAR team certification and the mission ready test How to train to avoid birds without taking away bird drive (Scent specific trailing) What are the typical breeds participating? Real world scenarios to apply the skillset International Rescue Dog Organization Obedience requirements Melissa's intro to hunting birds. -- 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

This episode touches on everything you need to know on the subjecting of spaying and neutering your dog. A love of hunting dogs leads to a career focusing on them High altitude backpacking and acclimating the dogs Sporting dog owners are generally more knowledgeable than "pet dog" owners The "purpose" of our dogs and why or why not to get them fixed Orthopedic health considerations Making the right decisions for your females Making the right decisions for your males Weighing prostate concerns against the benefits of leaving them intact Behavioral changes after getting them fixed Balancing work load and weight after getting them fixed Diet/Nutrition is more important than activity level Supplements Procedural options -- 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

NAME: Matt Padilla BREED: Golden Retriever, English Setter, German Shorthair Pointer LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ TARGETS: Gambel Quail, Scale Quail, Mearns Quail FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 136 & 137 Everything Pigeons! 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 - Other Partners: Eukanuba // Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As hunting season nears closer and closer I thought it would be fun to catch up with my buddy Joe Heusinger of Covert Creek Outfitting! Intro to Joe Different regions different hunts and flavors Matching spots to the client types Which is better for finding spots? Map scouting or boots on the ground? The overlap between fishing clients and hunting clients The different types of grouse hunting clients Guides sharing their knowledge What questions should people ask their guides prior to booking? Hunting etiquette when hunting with a guide Tipping a guide Returning to spots that a guide took you to? What to look for in grouse covers throughout the season? "Escape cover" Working elevations and slope changes -- 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

A big concern for some upland hunters is running and hunting around areas that are known to contain snakes. Chris Jenkins of the Orianne Society joins me to talk everything snakes and how it pertains to us with dogs. Why are we doing a snake episode? Addressing the fear of snakes The overlap of bird and reptile populations Do specific snakes smell differently than others for a dog? Types of venomous snakes and the regions they are found "Safe" temperatures for snakes to stay underground "Venom" vs. "poisonous" and the types The vaccine. Effective or not? How does Chris keep his dogs safe from snakes? Snake aversion training Non venomous snake bite concerns The make up of a bite: dry/wet, location, etc. Breaking snake myths -- Snake Talk Episode 83. "Snakebite in Dogs with Dr. Schaer" Quail Forever Article "Snakes and Turtles and Quail, Oh My!" -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [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

NAME: Savannah Greene BREED: German Shorthair Pointer (2) LOCATION: Boone, NC TARGETS: Grouse, Woodcock, Ducks, Raccoons FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 182. Trainer Fight! 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 10%] 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 - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I speak with Brayden Grosse who's journey in the gun dog world is still young but he has already had a few unique experiences including some early success within NSTRA! Growing up in Iowa. The good and bad times Bustin birds the first hunting season The lead in to NSTRA (National Shoot To Retrieve Association) Weekend hunts vs elimination trials Value= Finds, Backs, Retrieves NSTRA Championship point requirements First impressions within a competitive environment Losing forces you to refocus and reprioritize training goals E-collar wise The Regional Championship Brayden's Facebook Group: Iowa On Point -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Terry Ann Fernando returns to chat about her preparation and training for the NAVHDA Invitational Test and updates for the Bird Dog Society! Invitational training Coming back from a forced break due to injury The Invitational Blind Retrieve August Webinar: Dock Diving 101 September Webinar: Ethical Dog Breeding October Webinar: Stickers and Grass Awns The Intro to Hunting even on 9/30 [ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!] St. Huberts Field Trial the first weekend in FEB in North Carolina New website store and merch! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Jon and Jessica Hann from Perfection Kennel join me to discuss their program, clinics, and videos. They both truly value trying to educate the average dog trainer so they can train their own dogs themselves! The beginning of Perfection Kennel Training a "predator" as opposed to a "prey" animal Just keeping it simple! Step by step training Common mistake: Not actually understanding dogs! Bird introduction for a pup Gun introduction for a pup "Building of Tolerance" method for gun intro Common errors when introducing the gun Proper bird launcher setup and considerations Wild birds are the BEST teachers! Be FAIR! Breaking "trash" and other aversive training How to teach Whoa Importance of timing -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

NAME: Holden Baker BREED: American Brittany (2) LOCATION: Minneapolis, MN TARGETS: Pheasant, Grouse, Bobwhites, Ducks FAVORITE EPISODES: Force Fetch Series 129. The Importance of Hold 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 10%] 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

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

My buddy Rick Affuso joins me to talk about why the Brittany is the perfect dog for him and how the Smith Method has influenced his life with his dogs as much as it has. Owning Brittanys for a LONG time! 40+ Smith seminars in 15 years?!? Put what time you do have into your dogs Studying the Brittany history Same dogs but with different "coats" The Brittany "Spaniel" French vs American Brittany Personality and working differences Observations throughout the years with American Britts Become a good handler! Silent training Dont train with emotion Help others in order to help yourself -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

NAME: Liz Thomason BREED: Weimaraner LOCATION: Southeast MI TARGETS: Grouse, Woodcock, Porcupines FAVORITE EPISODES: 157. Timberdoodle Weims 194 Rick Smith 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 10%] 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

Jennifer Broome of Quinebaug Kennels and Artistry Afield joins me to discuss everything about the "challenge" course and working your dogs on obstacles! Intro to Jen The CHALLENGE course Physiological benefits for the dog "Find their backend" The obstacles When should a dog start? Rick Smith's intro to the obstacles High rep opportunities! The point of contact and the Wonder Lead The "attention drill" Point of Contacts vs. Verbal Cues The typical session on the course LEARNING moments The touch of the withers The RIGHT touch! Integrating birds into the obstacle course The replacement of the Whoa Post?!? . WATCH on Youtube! . Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Ben Brettingen of OnX joins me talk puppies, hunting, and cover dog trials. The "puppy cuteness factor" Variety is the spice of life German to English Specialists vs generalists Trialing dogs Cover dog trials Dog work without bird contacts Are people that don't live in "bird country" still competitive Be honest about your dogs Cover dog brace work and sequence requirements Hunting or trialing decisions? Upcoming season plans and trips Home is home -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Jordan Horak of Cato Outdoors joins me to breakdown all of his tips and tricks when it comes to training with dummy launchers! Catchin up with Jordan "Soft" or "manipulative"? As females get older... Redirects are valuable Why dummy launchers? Types of dummy launchers Blank options How to introduce the launcher to your dog Mixing up distance, direction, and hang time "Let your marks be marks and your blinds be blinds" "Eye wiping" retrieves Greedy training and making it a "gimme" to end on Remote launchers? The life changer tip! Save 15% off a DT Launcher the rest of July with Code 'GDIYLAUNCH' WATCH the podcast episode on Youtube! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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 // Youtube // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Burris returns to chat the upcoming hunting season and updates for the Bird Dog Society! Preparation for CO Ptarmigan Building the BDS community Facebook group Hunting workshop on 9/30 (limited space!) BDS Lifetime members trip to South Dakota July webinar "Traveling with your bird dog" August webinar "Dock Diving 101" -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

I recently got to sit down and interview Mo Lindley (Training with Mo). With the help of Lauren Gwinn interpreting my questions into sign language, I was able to finally capture some of Mo's thoughts and words when it comes to how we interact with our dogs! Mo's entrance into gun dogs What motivations steered Mo into the West Gibbons method First impressions of the West Gibbons method Immediate results? How important is "touch" for a dog? Which is the better communication tool: Touch or Body Language? Managing the thermostat and making it FUN! Trying to make it fun for a dog with low bird drive The importance of the check cord The primary key to using a check cord Common mistakes with the check cord Grading Nick's check cord work and session with Quinn Where should you work a bird dog? The Yard or the Field? Introducing the backing setup Thoughts on the E-collar/pinch collar bans in certain countries/states Advice to the beginner getting started -- Ep. 189 Training w/ Martha -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Joel Ebstein of California Gun Dogs joins me to break down his experience and processes when it comes to trapping pigeons in an urban setting! How did this hustle start? Starting --> Training --> Selling "Legitimizing" the hustle The renewable resource Unloading the trapped birds Transitioning the trapped birds into homers? The cage setup (Tomahawk cage) Multiple compartments within the cage Food, Water, Shade Reasons you aren't catching any birds! Food options? Which is best? Bycatch Trapping in rural areas outside of the city Joel's trap building Facebook video referenced in the episode. Episode 136. Everything Pigeons Part 1 Episode 137. Everything Pigeons Part 2 -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

NAME: Brett Underwood BREED: Springer Spaniels (2) LOCATION: Victoria, Australia TARGETS: Waterfowl, Stubble Quail FAVORITE EPISODES: Profile Episodes Ep. 182 Trainer Fight! 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 10%] 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

Longtime passionate Upland Hunter, Doug Davis, joins us to talk about how he has found himself getting the most enjoyment from helping new people get started hunting and training their own dogs. Who is Doug Davis? Does the first impression of seeing bird dogs for the first time predict what breed you want to buy? What learning resources did people use 30 years ago pre-internet? Should you work dogs closer in the desert on Quail? Is your tracking collar making you a worse dog handler? Do you compare your dog/hunt to others on social media? Is the "school of hard knocks" always the best place to learn? Why pass on the knowledge and help the next generation? Is simple always best? How does a gun shy dog lead to finding a mentor? Will you quit apologizing on behalf of your dog?!? -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

You never know when an idea or passion may find you. This was the case for Kevin and his son while out on an early season Sharptail hunt. While stopping for a break and consuming products designed to help fuel their own hunt, they couldn't help but wonder why they didn't have anything to help fuel their dogs. Fast forward and they have now produced an all natural human grade bone broth designed to help fuel hydration and spark recovery before the hunt is even over! Watch Here! Moving back to Idaho Finding the right mentor and wanting to pass it on Why the Brittany? Its not a "French" Brittany....It's an E.B.! Skunked?!? The right of passage for a bird dog owner Its more than hydration. Its liquid food! Furvor is human grade Why do dogs chew bones? Starting the recovery process before the hunt even ends Studies and reports showing the benefits of Furvor If my dogs eat quality food, do they even need a supplement? What is the cost? Common feedback from users 100% satisfaction guaranteed - 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

NAME: Isaac Molin BREED: German Shorthaired Pointer LOCATION: Rochester, MN TARGETS: Pheasant, Grouse, Woodcock FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 101 Tracking Yet? Ep. 128 What is Force Fetch and Why Do It? 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 10%] 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

This week we have the living legend himself, Rick Smith. The Smith family have been a staple of the bird dog world for the better part of a century at this point and have been the helper/teacher for countless people trying to learn how to train their own bird dogs. Theres still a seemingly endless amount of information and experience from guys such as Rick that is truly inspiring and motivates us to do more and more with our dogs! E-collars aren't "shock collars" Starting out in competition The "Whoa Peg" into the belly band Times prior to e-collars "Horse" vs "dog" trainers The natural progression of the Smith Method Be silent and keep on searching! This is "Basic!" Remove the grey area and train without emotions Structure and manners Are dogs or people softer now a days? Give them an inch and they take the mile Be FAIR & QUIET! -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

I finally get to sit down and talk Rabbit dogs! Brian Stichter joins me talk about the world of beagles and rabbit dog competitions. Bird doggers don't fret as there is a lot of information in this one that doesn't only apply to rabbit dogs! A versatile dog home Rabbits vs hares Hunting vs trial hounds Are Beagles the only option? Small pack options Building the pack Hunt a young dog solo! Whats a "finished" rabbit dog look like? 15 inch or 13 inch Beagles? Whats an actual hunt look like? Gun safety Hunting a large pack What makes good scenting conditions? What drives a beagle? Force fetching a rabbit dog? Picking out the right dog! -- USDA PUBLIC COMMENT -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Jim Burris returns to talk training, hunting plans, and future plans for Bird Dog Society! Dreaming of hunting season! Training and hunting prep Establishing point on sight of the bird Scheduling events and webinars in 2024 and 2025 Intro to hunting workshop on September 30th Bird Dog Trauma clinic in Richmond, VA Traps and Snares -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Patreon Patreon and listener of the show, Mike Stephens, recently sent in a message with a lot of questions. Some required extra context to answer so we connected for a call and I thought it would be fun to record the conversation being that some of his questions are fairly common and Im pretty sure other folks have some of the same ones. Swapping seats The start of Mike's hunting passion 1st hunting season expectations Nick's 3 requirements before taking the dog hunting "Fear of screwing up your dog." Puppy maturity rate and adjusting "Reacting" vs "responding" Changes of behavior Marking abilities and setting expectations "Helpers" and "gunners" in the field Are you missing out if you're not competing or testing? How to handle a young dog on a running bird Pointers vs Flushers -- Govee Bluetooth Thermometer -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

Its that time of year again where the Fleas and Ticks are out in full force! Are you and your dog fully protected? A new study shows that very few people actually are! Dr. Mark Pelham returns to the show to breakdown this study and help breakdown all of our options. Also, is there a NEW tick species out there that we should be concerned about?! Are fleas or ticks a bigger issue? The different types of prevention: Chews, Topicals, Collars "Natural" options The SPEED of kill! ECTOPARASITICIDE ADMINISTRATION COMPLIANCE STUDY Should you do prevention year around or cycle off during winter? Are all ticks equally dangerous? The administering medication gap How to handle an attached tick The Asian Longhorned Tick?!? What about Permethrin? Are fleas and ticks waterproof? -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

NAME: Alex Spitsberg BREED: Small Munsterlanders (2) LOCATION: Grand Forks, ND TARGETS: Pheasant, Sharptail Grouse, Hungarian Partridge FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 44 Dog Talk w/ Ann Jandernoa and Ep. 109 Scout n Hunt Grouse w/ Ann Jandernoa 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 10%] 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

This week Im joined by Father and Step Daughter Gregor Jezik and Taryn Schrock to talk about how they figured out a way to come together as a family to train their dog. Their dog is more than just a hunting companion, its part of the family as the other members of the household gather to participate in the hunt as well! Training doesnt stop when away for work Piecing together the training knowledge and processes Why a Wirehair Vizsla? VERSATILE hunting Grouse over a dog instead of a road?! Force fetching an Irish Wolfhound Canadian Kennel Club testing opportunities Worries on being a versatile hunter Losing a dog in the woods Daily routine and fitting into the schedule A teenager's tips and suggestions to another teen starting out Reward and fun AFTER training sessions Hunting opportunities in Canada -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company - Other Partners: Eukanuba//Ugly Dog Whiskey//Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After manyrequests for an episode covering the West Gibbons Method, I finally had the opportunity to sit down with Martha Greenlee (author of Training with Mo) and pick her brain when it comes to training and interacting with dogs! Don't talk to them... A philosophy of training more so than an actual method The bird is the teacher! Early development stage "Developing" vs "Teaching" E-collar introduction Watering down commands No Whoa! Tools of the method "Stand" vs "Whoa" Using the wind correctly "On birds" vs "around birds" Stop to flush Obedience emphasis Stickiness and trusting the "monster" Surrender to the method SLOW DOWN -- Article: "Adjusting the Thermostat" -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTsocialmedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Upland Gun Company - Other Partners: Eukanuba//Ugly Dog Whiskey//Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month Rob Moore joins us to update us on the society! Puppy Talk The growth of BDS Ambassador program May 18th Webinar: "Intro to tracking" June 15th Webinar: "Bringing home your puppy" September 30th Workshop: "Hunting with your bird dog!" -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] 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

AKC conformation judge, Lonnie Carrol of Bear Hug Griffons, joins us to cover everything in the show dog world. Very often we hear the phrase "function over form" and Lonnie explains why it shouldn't be an either/or situation and we should be striving for both form AND function. Watch Here! What are conformation shows? The different classes and what it takes to earn championships Compete in 'classes' then move into the 'groups' before entering the 'best in show' Dogs are judged against a breed standard. Then the dogs compete as to who best meets the standard. The dog's 'structure' determines how they move more than external factors Where do the breed standards come from? The requirements of becoming a judge and keeping up with all of the breed standards The 12,5,4 Rule (12 years, 5 litters bred, and 4 champions out of those litters) Balancing the looks with the purpose of the breed Sometimes a breed is so pretty its detrimental If there is a way to put a title on a dog then people will do it The dog behavior needed in the show ring The politics of the show ring environment - 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) use '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

After weeks of hitting on numerous methods on how to train Whoa, my buddy Grayson Guyer from Lost Highway Kennels joins me for the swerve at the end of the series to talk about a popular training method or philosophy that doesn't typically focus on using "whoa" but rather aims for the bird to teach the dog steadiness. What does that even mean? Hit play and find out! Catching up with Grayson on hunting/trialing season "Whoa" is about stopping in motion "Making monsters!" and "Go before whoa!" Training the dog within the environment Does a really hard point mean a soft retrieve? "Pick one method and stick with it."??? Methods that don't teach "whoa" Letting the bird teach the dog on the West Gibbons method You are teaching "Whoa." You're just not naming it Pre-requisites before teaching the "non-whoa" Being too cautious on bird intro? The collar conditioning Launcher intro "Staunch" is before and "steady" is after Getting the dog to push back and care about the flush Managing the chase -- West Gibbons junkies: stay tuned for more very soon.... -- Listener Demographic Survey -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: DTsocialmedia15 for 15%] Final Rise Other Partners: Eukanuba // Ugly Dog Whiskey // Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon // Instagram // Facebook // Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We go through "The Standing Whoa" process with Ethan Pippitt of Standing Stone Kennels! Teaching puppies to stand Positive Pigeons Transitioning to the belly collar The Opposition Reflex! Getting a dog to move....to stop Introducing the collar pressure (The collar is teaching the dog?) Getting the dog moving with distractions Overlaying and naming the behavior "Whoa" Transitioning pressure to the neck Release commands Going into planted birds Maintenance and spring cleaning Common mistakes -- Standing Stone Kennels Youtube Video on Whoa -- LISTENER DEMOGRAPHIC SURVEY -- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 10%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: dtsocialmedia15 to save 15%] Other Partners: Eukanuba//Ugly Dog Whiskey//Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NAME: Nick Steen BREED: Pudelpointer LOCATION: Bowling Green, KY TARGETS: Quail, Dove, Pheasant, Waterfowl FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 142 Pavel's Hunt and Eps 152--154 Jim Sorenson 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 10%] onX Hunt Maps [Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%] DT Systems [Use Code: dtsocialmedia15] Other Partners: Eukanuba//Ugly Dog Whiskey//Bird Dog Society GDIY Links: Patreon//Instagram//Facebook//Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices