Gun Dog It Yourself

By Nick Adair

DIY gundog trainers and enthusiasts discussing all topics pertaining to hunting and living with dogs.... more

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October 19, 2023220. Ptarmigan and Dusky Grouse
After a week of chasing new birds in new country with buddies Jay Brekke and Jim Burris, we sat down to recap what it was like hunting White Tail Ptarmigan and Dusky Grouse at high elevations in the Rocky Mountains!
Why Ptarmigan and Dusky in CO?
Ptarmigan hunting basics
The 1st Ptarmigan contact
High altitude acclimation and preparation
Supplemental oxygen
The death march
The Dusky grouse adventure
The berry buffet
Learning new birds and hunts with boots on the ground!
Physically taxing on the dogs
Preparing for contingencies and safety first!
Finishing the deal for Jim
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Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
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United Field Trialers Association Upcoming Events
Eukanuba
Bird Dog Society
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1h 22min
October 17, 2023219. The Trial Focused on Teamwork | The St. Huberts Trial
My buddy Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels as well as host of the Companion Gundog Podcast joins me to catch me up on the new and exciting field trial opportunity via the St. Hubert's Trial being held on February 4th, 2024 in Cheraw, SC.
What is the St. Huberts Trial?
Relationship over competition
A lower barrier for entry
Championships only mean so much
The makeup of the actual trial
Partnered with Bird Dog Society
Trial details and classes
Handler and dog teamwork in the field
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Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
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1h 9min
October 14, 2023 GDIY Profile: Jesse Harlan
NAME: Jesse Harlan
BREED: Springer Spaniel
LOCATION: Woodstock, GA
TARGETS: Ducks, Woodcock, Quail, Grouse
FAVORITE EPISODES: Puppy Series and 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!
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Final Rise
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39min
October 12, 2023218. The Invitational Test (After)
Ben Kerr just finished the Invitational test. As you heard on the last episode, he was pretty confident going into the test. Was the confidence warranted?
A little anxiety going into the test
Bringing the fun back into it
Getting to the day of the test
Field portion complete with wild flushes and stop to flush opportunities
The double mark retrieve
The blind retrieve and honor
Anticipating your dogs reaction to commands
Hurry up and test just to wait on the results
Reflections on the journey to develop as a handler
Biggest myth to preparing for the test: "Dont hunt your dog"
Judge feedback opportunity at the test
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Final Rise
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1h 10min
October 10, 2023217. The Invitational Test (Before)
Ben Kerr joins me for the Invitation Test edition of the Before/After.
First thoughts after achieving the UT Prize 1 to qualify for the Invitational?
Surprise backing challenges
Heeling and obedience
Maintaining everything going into the tests
The field portion predictions (8/10)
The double mark retrieve (7/10)
The blind retrieve (9/10)
Attend an invitational handlers clinic
The handlers mindset
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Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
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1h 12min
October 07, 2023BDS Update #10
Terry Ann Fernando joins me to go over her recent NAVHDA Invitational experience and recap/forecast BDS news and updates!
Zara the Versatile Champion?!?
Testing vs Trialing mindset
Going hunting
BDS Hunting Workshop recap
OCT Webinar is on Stickers, Seeds, and Thorns with Jay Brekke
St Hubert's Trial beginning of Feb in Salisbury, NC
2nd Annual shed hunt on March 9th
New board member: Alycia Baird
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Final Rise
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31min
October 05, 2023216. The Utility Test (After)
We're back to compare the results of the Utility Test with Dale and Natalie Bolyard. The test didn't exactly go as smooth as Dale was predicting (more in line with Natalie's predictions though!) but what exactly happened?
The weather conditions....NOT GOOD!
The field recap
Which is more anxiety inducing? Running the test or waiting on the sidelines?
Regrouping after a poor field portion
The duck search
Duck search training and tips
The blind sequence
Heeling and retrieving question marks
The drag recap
Guesses as to what exactly happened on the drag
Going into the test without completing force fetch
The judge's recap
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Final Rise
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1h 15min
October 03, 2023215. The Utility Test (Before)
Anyone that has tested before can relate to the fact that you're usually going into the test thinking/predicting certain outcomes just to be thrown a curveball as the test actually takes place. Dale Bolyard joins me this week to discuss his thoughts going into his dog's NAVHDA Utility test and tells us what he's confident about as well as what is making him nervous. The next episode will be the test recap after the test and we can compare the results to his predictions before the test.
Test anxiety
Why Large Munsterlanders?
Testing results and papers. How much do they really matter?
Field steadiness confidence (8.5/10)
Duck Search (10/10)
The drag (6.5/10)
The blind sequence (9/10)
UT is an obedience test
Preparing for the tough conditions
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Final Rise
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1h 6min
September 28, 2023214. Building Relationships w/ Upchukar
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

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Final Rise
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1h 55min
September 26, 2023213. Fueling Your Dog Properly
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
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Final Rise
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1h 19min

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