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The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast

Terry Ann Fernando

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Sports

Frequency: 1 episode/14d. Total Eps: 87

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast focuses on hunting dog events and competitions for pointing breeds and is intended to inspire and encourage other dog owners to do more with their dogs.

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🇺🇸 USA - hobbies
31/07/2026
#76
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
22/05/2026
#97
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
21/05/2026
#75
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
20/05/2026
#53
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
19/05/2026
#29
🇺🇸 USA - hobbies
18/05/2026
#85
🇺🇸 USA - hobbies
16/05/2026
#84
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
04/03/2026
#77
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
03/03/2026
#34
🇨🇦 Canada - hobbies
02/03/2026
#63

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https://herupland.com/
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https://bossshotshells.com/
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https://accidentalbirddog.com/
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Dealing with Failure

Season 1 · Episode 41

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 • Duration 34:26

If you're participate in hunting events long enough with your bird dog, "failure" is inevitable – meaning, not passing a test, earning a placement, or failing to meet your expectations. In this episode, I talk about some failures I've experienced and how I dealt with them. Realizing how to learn from failure and using it to make you and your dog better is important.

Hopefully this episode will provide some useful tips for the next time you're dealing with some disappointment after competing with your dog.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

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The Versatile Hunting Dog Federation: Test Details

Season 1 · Episode 40

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 • Duration 01:10:55

This episode is part 2 going into detail about the Versatile Hunting Dog Federation (VHDF). Kyle Hough chats with me about the three levels of testing and what is required at each level. While the tests have similarities to the NAVHDA and JGHV systems, there are distinct differences. You can contact Kyle through the Northeast chapter of the VHDF. Visit https://northeastvhdf.wildapricot.org/

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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Transitioning Between Events

Season 1 · Episode 31

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 • Duration 30:28

In this episode, I talk about running multiple kinds of events with your pointing dog. Some people say you can't run a field trial dog in hunt tests or NAVHDA and vice versa, but that's not always true. If you're going to transition between different types of events, what are some considerations to think about in training? How do you keep the rules straight?

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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JGHV Testing: The VGP Test

Season 1 · Episode 30

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 • Duration 01:12:51

This is the final part of a three-part series discussing the Jagdgebrauchshundverband (JGHV) testing system. I interviewed Cortney Schaefer about the VGP test, which is the finished versatile hunting dog test. This is a two-day test that encompasses 20+ test subjects and is typically run by dogs between 18 and 36 months of age. Cortney has been a JGHV judge since 2013 and currently owns and breeds Deutsch Drahthaars.

You can reach Cortney on Instagram or via her website.

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JGHV Testing: The HZP Test

Season 1 · Episode 29

Wednesday, March 13, 2024 • Duration 01:04:12

This is part two of a three-part series discussing the Jagdgebrauchshundverband (JGHV) testing system. I interviewed Tanya Gates about the HZP test, which is the fall advanced natural ability test intended for dogs approximately 10 to 24 months. The HZP involves more training than the VJP but is not quite as involved as the finished dog VGP test. Tanya has an interesting perspective since she owns a breed that is less commonly seen in JGHV testing (Hungarian Wirehaired Vizslas). She's also participated in the HZP in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

You can reach Tanya on Facebook, Instagram, or via her website.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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JGHV Testing: The VJP Test

Season 1 · Episode 28

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 • Duration 48:23

This episode kicks off a three-part series diving into the Jagdgebrauchshundverband (JGHV) testing system, which is often referred to as the "German testing" system in the U.S. I interviewed Jennifer Wapenski about the VJP test, which is the lowest level intended for puppies approximately 6 to 18 months. We discussed the different components of the test as well as some tips to have a successful test day.

You can reach Jennifer by email, on Instagram, or via her website.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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Handling Dogs in Test and Trials: Use a Pro or Handle Yourself?

Season 1 · Episode 27

Wednesday, February 14, 2024 • Duration 52:16

This week, I had a conversation with Jeremy Cormier of V3 Gun Dogs & Canine Academy in Lebanon, CT. Jeremy is a professional trainer who trains and runs bird dogs in hunt tests and field trials. We discussed the differences between handling your dog yourself or using a professional. Both can be a good option depending on your experience, the time you have, and your goals.

Check out Jeremy and V3 Gun Dogs on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube!

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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Field Trial Recap: The Good, the Bad, and the Crazy!

Season 1 · Episode 26

Wednesday, January 31, 2024 • Duration 35:26

Recently, I attended an AKC field trial with my vizsla, Zara. In this episode, I go into detail about each of her runs so you can get a sense of the variety of situations that can happen when you are running your dog and how your decision-making can impact the outcome. There were good things, bad things, and thankfully, no ugly things – but a crazy situation with a bird I haven't seen before.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America (AFTCA) Field Trials: Part 2

Season 1 · Episode 25

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 • Duration 24:14

This episode continues my conversation with Laura Miller about AFTCA field trials. We cover how to earn titles, the community aspect of the trials, and technicalities involving relocating a dog on point and retrieving.

You can reach out to Laura on Facebook through her CH Lundy's Red Bull for American Field Hall of Fame page.

For more information on the AFTCA guidelines, check out the Standards to Field Trial Procedure, Judicial Practice, Handler and Bird Dog Performance.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America (AFTCA) Field Trials: Part 1

Season 1 · Episode 24

Wednesday, January 3, 2024 • Duration 33:58

This episode covers AFTCA field trials, which are the amateur side of American Field (now owned by United Kennel Club). This is part one of my conversation with Laura Miller, an accomplished field trial competitor and judge. We discuss the different levels including Puppy, Derby, Shooting Dog, and All-Age and some key differences from AKC trials.

You can reach out to Laura on Facebook through her CH Lundy's Red Bull for American Field Hall of Fame page.

For more information on the AFTCA guidelines, check out the Standards to Field Trial Procedure, Judicial Practice, Handler and Bird Dog Performance.

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

You can find me on the following platforms:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

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