The Bird Dog Podcast

Should your young dog's first hunt be opening morning? In this solo episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I break down why I tell my clients not to take a green retriever out on the opener, and what to do instead. I walk through two real client stories: a well-trained dog that shut down and hid in its blind on a dark, crowded opening morning, and an 11-month-old that started breaking from anxiety on a six-gun Canada hunt. We talk about why the jump from training to a real hunt breaks down (darkness, boat rides, cold water, crowds and nonstop gunfire), how to pattern your dog on your own boat and blind, why an afternoon hunt with one or two people sets your dog up to win, and how to use movement and teasing with a bird instead of the e-collar when your dog won't pick up a duck, a goose or a cripple. Plus: how to warm your dog up if you do hunt a morning (headlamp bumpers and “voice shots”), why I never correct a dog for breaking, how to explain your dog's first hunt to your buddies, and how the same rules apply to upland dogs.

Website: thebirddogpodcast.com

The Gunshy Fix
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Kuranda Dog Beds

ALL American Canine (Promo Code: UTAHBIRDDOG)

Gunner

NuVet Supplements (Order Code: 56496)

Paradigm Sporting Dog First Aid Kits

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs www.utahpointinglabs.com

Instagram: @thebirddogpodcast @utahbirddogtraining @fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Orin Robinson, a senior research associate at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, along with Mitch Barry, the Macaulay Library's video project coordinator, who also works on outdoor-community outreach for the Merlin Bird ID app. We talk about how eBird and the Merlin Bird ID app work (including Merlin's Photo ID and Sound ID), how your bird sightings from the duck blind, tree stand, or turkey woods feed real waterfowl research, and how eBird Status & Trends maps bird migration week by week. We also get into pintail declines and northward shifts, redesigning the waterfowl breeding population survey, why teal migrate on day length while mallards follow the freeze line, game-farm mallard genetics and the Duck DNA project, the spread of Eurasian collared doves, radar tracking of migration with BirdCast — plus Orin's small Münsterländer and Mitch's English-bred black lab Riley, and a wild New Zealand shelduck hunt.

Orin Robinson – Cornell Lab of Ornithology

eBird | eBird Status & Trends | Merlin Bird ID | BirdCast

Instagram: @cornellbirds @merlin.bird.id

Website: thebirddogpodcast.com

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 The Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds

ALL American Canine

Gunner

NuVet Supplements (Order Code: 56496)

Paradigm Sporting Dog First Aid Kits

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs www.utahpointinglabs.com

Instagram: @thebirddogpodcast @utahbirddogtraining @fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I sit down with Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, a veterinarian with nearly 21 years at Purina, for a practical Q&A on sporting-dog health. We cover cold/swimmer’s tail, dewclaws, spay/neuter timing and myths, pyometra, weight management after fixing, feeding pregnant and nursing dogs, allergies, grain-free diets and DCM, and supplements like FortiFlora and Joint Care — plus why Purina Pro Plan 30/20 is built the way it is for canine athletes.

purina.com/petexpertise

Instagram / TikTok: @petvetruthann

Website: thebirddogpodcast.com

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 The Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Kuranda Dog Beds

ALL American Canine
ALL American Canine

Gunner
Gunner

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs www.utahpointinglabs.com

Instagram: @thebirddogpodcast @utahbirddogtraining @fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Claire Maples with — “Paradigm Sporting Dog.”

We talk about her background with dogs, when she wanted to become a vet and  first aid for dogs.

She has a couple really nice first aid kits that she has put together that really should be in every bird dog owner's truck. Great conversation, get a kit and maybe one day it could save your dog's life. 

Thanks for listening, and good hunting everyone!

Check Out Paradigm Sporting Dog

Website: www.paradigmsportingdog.com
Instagram: @paradigmsportingdog

The Bird Dog Podcast

www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
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Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
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NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question, hunting topic, or guest you’d like to hear on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along on Instagram

@thebirddogpodcast
 @utahbirddogtraining
 @fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

In this episode, I sit down with Scooter Cooper and Dylan Stamper from NOK — “Never Out Killed.”

We talk about their dogs, how NOK got started, the business behind the brand, and some of the awesome hunts they’ve been fortunate enough to experience along the way.

Scooter and Dylan are good dudes who love hunting, dogs, and the outdoors, and I think you’re going to enjoy this conversation.

Thanks for listening, and good hunting everyone!

Check Out NOK

Website: nokgear.com
Instagram: @nokgearusa

The Bird Dog Podcast

www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 Shop The Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
👉 Shop Kuranda Dog Beds

NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question, hunting topic, or guest you’d like to hear on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along on Instagram

@thebirddogpodcast
 @utahbirddogtraining
 @fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

Episode 58: Ruffed Grouse, Woodcock & Conservation with Ben Jones

In Episode 58 of The Bird Dog Podcast, I sit down with Ben Jones, CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, to talk about two of North America’s most iconic upland game birds.

We discuss ruffed grouse and American woodcock, the habitat they rely on, the challenges facing these species, and the conservation work needed to keep healthy populations on the landscape for future generations.

If you hunt ruffed grouse or woodcock—or hope to someday—this is an episode worth hearing. Understanding the birds we pursue, the habitat they need, and the conservation efforts behind them makes us better hunters, bird dog handlers, and stewards of the resource.

https://ruffedgrousesociety.org/

Instagram:
@ruffedgrousesociety

Website: https://www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 Shop Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
👉 Shop Kuranda Dog Beds

NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along

Instagram:
@thebirddogpodcast
@utahbirddogtraining
@fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

Glade Harris | Owner of Backwater Performance (BPS)

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, Tyce sits down with Glade Harris, owner of Backwater Performance (BPS), to talk all things duck hunting—boats, dogs, and getting your setup dialed in for the season.

Glade shares practical tips for preparing and maintaining your duck boat, keeping it reliable throughout hunting season, and making sure your boat, gear, and dog are ready when it’s time to hit the water.

https://backwaterperformance.com

https://www.instagram.com/backwaterperformance

Website: https://www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 Shop Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
👉 Shop Kuranda Dog Beds

NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along

Instagram:
@thebirddogpodcast
@utahbirddogtraining
@fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

Tim Brown | Owner of The Bearded Uplander Company & Beyond The Point Show 

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, Tyce sits down with Tim Brown, owner of The Bearded Uplander Company & Beyond The Point Show, to talk about Tim's upland bird dogs, Beyond The Point Show, shotguns, migra ammunition and men's mental health. This is a fun one! Go ahead and give Tim and all he is doing a follow. He has a lot of exciting things going on! Also, help Tim find his shotgun that fell of his truck! 

https://www.youtube.com/@thebeardeduplander

https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondThePointShow

Instagram:
@Thebeardeduplander

thebeardeduplandercompany.com

Website: https://www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 Shop Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
👉 Shop Kuranda Dog Beds

NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along

Instagram:
@thebirddogpodcast
@utahbirddogtraining
@fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

Troy Benson | President of the American Pointing Labrador Association

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, we sit down with Troy Benson, President of the American Pointing Labrador Association (APLA), to talk all things pointing Labs.

We get into the APLA, the pointing Labrador, what makes these dogs unique, and what hunters and prospective owners should know. Whether you already own a pointing Lab, are interested in testing or competing with one, or you're in the market for your next hunting dog, you won't want to miss this episode.

Website: https://www.thebirddogpodcast.com

Products & Resources We Recommend

The Gunshy Fix
Introduce your dog to gunfire the right way—or help work through an existing gunshy issue with The Gunshy Fix.
👉 Shop Gunshy Fix

Kuranda Dog Beds
Durable, easy to clean, and one of our favorite elevated dog beds for kennels and working dogs.
👉 Shop Kuranda Dog Beds

NuVet
Check out the NuVet products we use and recommend for our dogs.
👉 Shop NuVet

Have a Question for the Podcast?

Have a bird dog training question or a topic you'd like us to cover on a future episode?

Email us at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram.

Training & Breeding

Utah Bird Dog Training
www.utahbirddogtraining.com

Field Bred Golden Retrievers
www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com

Utah Pointing Labs
www.utahpointinglabs.com

Follow Along

Instagram:
@thebirddogpodcast
@utahbirddogtraining
@fieldbredgoldenretrievers

Thanks for listening to The Bird Dog Podcast — and good hunting!

In this episode we talk about dove hunting. We talk about how to hunt doves and how to get your dog ready for the dove hunt. Being the first hunt of the year typically, a lot can go into this hunt getting your dog ready for a successful dove hunt. Good luck hunting and training everyone! Thanks for listening!

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Looking for an E- Collar shoot us an email and let us get your a discount on one of those. Just let us know what you want. We use the Garmin Pro 550 the most for your yard work. For pointers we like the Garmin Pro 550 +.  If you are tech person check out the Alpha. 

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www.fieldbredgoldenretrievers.com
www.utahpointinglabs.com

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Thanks for listening everyone and good hunting!