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Gun Dog It Yourself

Dog trainers and enthusiasts discussing all topics pertaining to training, hunting, and living with dogs.

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225. The Most Effective Grouse Dogs w/ Kyle Warren (Part 2) Nov 09, 2023

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Part 2 of my conversation with Kyle Warren discussing the common characteristics and process of building the most effective grouse dogs.

Dependence on the handler is a good thing!
Your hunting preference
"Riding the dog"
Ruffed Grouse daily behaviors throughout the season
The importance of conifer trees
Late season in snow
Are woodcock good or bad for building a grouse dog?
Kyles thoughts on how to develop a grouse dog

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224. The Most Effective Grouse Dogs w/ Kyle Warren (Part 1) Nov 07, 2023

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I recently linked up with Kyle Warren on my trail through Michigan. After getting some hunts knocked out we sat down to a nice hard earned grouse dinner and hit the record button afterwards. This is Part 1 of a long conversation discussing the qualities of "the most effective grouse dogs."

New York grouse hunting in comparison to Michigan
Public vs Private land access
Why the love and focus on Ruffed Grouse?
Self imposed hunting ethics
The common characteristics amongst the most effective grouse dogs
Seeing tracking dogs work in person

Ep. 115. True Dogs vs Tracking Dogs (Part 1)

Ep. 116. True Dogs vs Tracking Dogs (Part 2)

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GDIY Profile | Matt Millbauer Nov 02, 2023

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NAME: Matt Millbauer | Bauermill.shop | Facebook

BREED: Springer Spaniels (2)

LOCATION: Kennewick, WA

TARGETS: Pheasant, Valley Quail, Chukar

FAVORITE EPISODES: The Jordan Horak episodes

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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223. Ammo Selection w/ Del Whitman Oct 31, 2023

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I sat down with Del Whitman of D.C. Whitman Custom Gunsmithing to discuss the basics of selecting the proper ammunition to effectively and ethically hunt your targeted game.

Local grouse hunting update
Pointer & flusher combo on grouse
Getting into ballistics
Appropriate ammo for vintage shotguns
Low pressure loads
Analyzing the ammo for the actual gun you're using
The components of a shotgun shell
High brass vs low brass?
Assessing the types of shot
Patterning the shot
Lead vs non-toxic shot
Shot size and the pellet count reference chart
Different shot per barrel?
Picking the correct shell off the shelf

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222. Wrapping Up Idaho Birdcamp Oct 26, 2023

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As the Idaho Chukar trip comes to a close, I sit down with Spencer Daines and Doug Davis to recap the trip along with a bunch of other rabbit holes.

Bittersweet last days at bird camp
Are the bucket list trips worth it? Do they live up to expectations?
Physical preparation for big trips
Dog preparation in high heat and feet
Finding spots
Budget friendly trip tips
Travel partners help split the cost
Realistic expectations for your dogs
The butter on toast= dog work!
Chukar hunting stories
Shooting birds is tough on the side of a mountain
The bad days make the good days
Trip highlights

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221. BPro Kennels Oct 24, 2023

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On my way to Idaho I made a pitstop to link up with Ben Proctor of BPro Kennels and overhaul my travel setup for the dogs!

Intro to Ben Proctor
Breaking into the uplands in Utah
Not just pheasant and bobwhites
Big game vs small game
Upland opportunities in Utah
Picking the correct side of the mountain
Journaling your hunt
The first dog is your baby from the classifieds
Sending to a pro trainer is sometimes the correct call
Welding over medicine?
Building your own dog box
An aluminum dog box thats SAFE
Solar and mobile power source built in
Customizable and personable features

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GDIY Profile | Tyler Burton Oct 21, 2023

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NAME: Tyler Burton

BREED: GSP

LOCATION: Central NJ

TARGETS: Grouse, Woodcock, Quail, Grouse

FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 197 Mo Lindley

Ep. 194 Rick Smith

Ep. 168 A Start To Finish Program and E-collars

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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220. Ptarmigan and Dusky Grouse Oct 19, 2023

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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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219. The Trial Focused on Teamwork | The St. Huberts Trial Oct 17, 2023

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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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GDIY Profile: Jesse Harlan Oct 14, 2023

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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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