Recent content by malbus

Thanks all for your helpful tips. I didn't know if there was an "exercising rule of thumb" most followed or not.

Welcome! Lol I'm sure the rabbit was great practice for her. I think dogs know whats just around the corner better than we do. Happy hunting!

Thank you for the helpful link. I agree about Illinois not being outdoors-man/woman friendly.

I just recently moved to Quincy and was wondering if anyone was familiar with area. Im looking for spots for hunting, getting my dog out running/working a field, and general information on what the area has to offer.

So I know Im cutting it close (moved for a new job up north and lost track of time), but what is a good way to get your dog in shape? What routines do you follow? How do you know how hard to push? Any advice would be most appreciated.

Yes, sorry for the mix up.

I'm sorry you lost him, my family lost a beautiful lab last fall and were still missing him. Best wishes.

My father's black lab tore his acl when he was 5 years old and just getting solid with hunting. We decided to go with the surgery and we hunted him until he was 12 years old. Recovery after the surgery was the key to him getting back to 100%. He has never shown any arthritis ever on that...

meant no offense sapphire, i think brad paisley's im still a guy song says it all. Happy hunting.

LOL just a sign of a modern man ;) and welcome from another newbie!

Thanks for the greetings! I was wondering if there were any gals on here. Chloe is definitely my pride and joy. However, since im new to the dog handling, its still working progress. Gotta work on our whoa command (she gets tunnel vision once shes hot with a bird) and find a way for her to...

Thanks for clearing that up for me everyone. I'll be sure to stick to the books saying to hold off on the sitting til later (gun dogs).

Ive been reading gundog training books and half say you shouldnt teach a pointer to sit and the other half say its fine. What do you guys think about it and do you teach your dog sit as part of basic training? Is this issue geared specifically to certain breeds more than others? Just...

Thanks guys!

I completely agree with both y'alls. Thanks again for your advice and Happy New Year!!!:cheers: