Operation: Gundog

John and Dom updates as well as plans for hunt tests and hunts for the upcoming season.

In this episode we sit down with Lyle Steinman and talk about Swim-by, watery dogs, and training retrievers and competition dogs. He even drops his number for anyone to call him if they need advice so make sure to listen for that!

In this episode we discus introducing your gundog to doubles and triples. We also give tips on how to develop that muscle memory and mechanics at an early age to serve as a building block when out in the field.

In this weeks episode we talk to Louis West about dog training and focusing on some of the differences of Goldens and Labs.

We talk British Labradors and training methods with Tim Seguin, owner of Blazing Gun Dogs.

Keith with Witmer’s Kennel talks recent success with Woody his Chesapeake Bay Retriever in the Crown, Master National, and Super Retriever Series Crown Championship. He also talks about his other passion for hog dogs and hunting with a dog named Tarzan. Tags: Chessie, SRS, SRSU, duck dogs, Gun Dog Training

In this episode we discuss what to keep in mind while training a dog to run blind retrieves. Whether your training your first dog or your 6th, theres some good information to always keep in mind.

This week we discuss our last few hunts of the season, how our dogs made out this season, Coronavirus, and some big changes coming up. We also talk about a big juicy Operation: Gundog giveaway! Make sure to keep checking in on our social media so you don’t miss any of the big news!

In this weeks episode we catch up on some of our hunting stories from the past few weeks and how we plan to transition our dogs from hunting to off- season training. we talk about our goals for hunt tests as well as hear some crazy stories about zombie birds.

In this episode we talk to Mike Harris about his Drahthaar and what makes a Drahthaar different from the other German pointers and the testing they undergo to earn breeding rights.

In this episode we talk to Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels about what pointing dog competitions are out there and what they look like and how theyre judged.

In this weeks episode we talk to Matt Neal about reading dogs and his overall dog training philosophy as it applies to gundogs, hunting retriever champions, and everything in between. We talk about how to differentiate between fear and lack of confidence and how to use collar corrections in a fair and effective way.

This week we talk to Tyler Mieden about the Upland Hunter HRC Hunt Test and what you and your gundog can expect from a UH Hunt Test. We hear some funny stories from some tests and hear about how he trained his Fox Red Labrador Retriever to prepare him for the tests.

In this episode we talk to Luke Cour of Best Retrievers about field trial dogs, hunt test dogs, the SRS champ Bang, as well as how he can keep his composure on the line under pressure.

In this weeks episode we talk to Brandon Sweesy of Northern Air Retrievers about the differences and similarities of AKC and HRC hunt tests.

In this weeks episode we talk to THE poodle expert and expert dog trainer Rich Louter from Louter Creek Retrievers and learn what its like to train a poodle and some take aways for training softer, more intelligent dogs regardless of breed.

In this episode we dive into the unknowns surrounding our personal lives as it pertains to dog training. From new homes to hearing some ways we are working through some speed bumps in training.

In this episode we talk to Brandon Sweesy of Northern Air Retrievers about UKC HRC Finished Hunt Tests. We hear about his Dogs. Jones is an HRCH finished dog as well as on his way to being an MH Master Hunter. We learn more about that future Grand Champion along with the prodigy following his footsteps. We also learn what one of our hosts wants for his birthday.

In this weeks episode we discuss Seasoned level hunt tests. Our guest Tyler Mieden gives us his first hand experiences with Seasoned hunt tests and we learn more about his dog, viral sensation, HR Mack.

In this weeks episode we speak with a fellow amateur Gundog trainer, Bill Desmarias, about his high drive dog Ares. We hear about some of the pros and cons to a high drive/ high confidence dog and what training one looks like. Due to some technical difficulties with our recording app (Anchor) we had some overlapping audio so we do apologize for that.

In this weeks episode we hear an awesome redemption story for a gundog, talk about custom calls, haunted mansion, guided hunts, and much more curtesy of Brad Eldridge of @parishwaterfowlco on instagram.

In this weeks episode we discuss the mindset and mental attitude to approach each training session with. As well as some tips we have learned that allow for both you and your dog to get the most out of each session.

In this weeks episode we dive into some upland information provided by Emily Shirey of ShorthairsAndShotguns and learn about the world of pointing dogs.

In this weeks episode we talk about the transition from training to those first hunts of the season and things to keep in mind to make sure you and your dog are prepared.

In this weeks episode we speak with a special guest on some of his struggles with his duck dog and hear his comeback story.

In this episode we go over some of our updates in our gundog world and the giveaway, as well as going over our tips for the basic obedience training for your gundog puppy.

In this episode we talk through the process from deciding on a breed all the way to selecting a puppy out of the litter.

Welcome to Operation: Gundog! In this episode we introduce ourselves and dive into what got us involved in training gundogs and our hunting backgrounds.