Owner of Livingston Gun Dogs, Sammy Livingston, has trained and bred hunting dogs for years. In this episode he breaks down how to not only decide on the right breed for any individual, but the steps necessary to locate a reputable breeder who has your best interests in mind.

Jennifer Broome has been training dogs of all breeds for 25 years and is also a dedicated upland hunter. She is the owner of Quinebaug Kennels and is not only a valuable resource on how to mold dogs into something special, but how to select the right puppy for your lifestyle. Jennifer talks about her most recent upland hunting experience, her decision to buy 7 "covid puppies" this Spring, and she also gives some great tips for bird introduction and whether to teach your pointer to sit or not. This podcast is full of great basic dog ownership information as well as ways to get the most out of your bird dog in the field.

Colorado's, RuthAnn Lobos, is the Lead Veterinarian with Merrick Pet Care. Not only is she an expert on canine rehabilitation, but she's also a passionate hunter and athlete who truly understands what it takes to keep our dogs operating at peak physical performance. We discuss Ruth Ann’s out of the box thinking when it comes to canine exercise including, anaerobic vs. aerobic exercises, warm-up and cool-down techniques & even mind stimulation. This one is a must-listen for all dog owners.

Owner of Northwoods Bird Dogs, Jerry Kolter, is a dog trainer who also breeds pointers and setters. Kolter also guides grouse and woodcock hunters in Minnesota, and is passionate about developing dogs through exposure to wild birds. This podcast is full of great information for any sporting dog owner.

Ira McCauley is not only a Veterinarian but also a retriever lover and waterfowl addict. In this episode, he breaks down a common, and sometimes severe, malady that many bird dog owners aren't aware of, and he tells a few stories about people and pets that are insanely bizarre and somewhat disturbing. This one is a great listen!

Mississippi's, David Ishee, is a Biohacker who breeds and trains protection dogs. He's also a DIY genetic engineer, who is working with new-age technology to help cure certain dog breeds of their genetic maladies. This podcast is a must-listen!

Wisconsin's, Josh Miller, is the owner of River Stone Kennels and a recognized authority on training all breeds of hunting dogs. In this episode he breaks down the importance of letting a dog develop at its own pace, while still achieving the training and hunting goals he sets for each dog.

The Bird Dog Vet, Seth Bynum, is back on the podcast to talk about what we should all consider as first aid necessities for our dogs. He also tells some pretty amazing dog injury stories that you simply have to hear to believe. This is must-listen for all dog owners.

Denise Fenzi is the founder of Fenzi Dog Sports Academy. She is also an extremely well-accomplished trainer who has built a career around questioning traditional dog training methods and developing her own against the-grain style. Denise discusses how she implements foundation behaviors & positive reinforcement in her training and what she looks for in each dog as training develops.

Wisconsin's, Jeremy Moore, is a well-known dog trainer who specializes in hunting dogs, as well as shed antler and game recovery work. In many ways, he's a contrarian trainer who shuns some of the more common methods for producing specific dog behaviors. Jeremey explains his thoughts on e-collar training, how to work in small training sessions during normal activities, and his philosophies on why less is more in dog training.