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by steingre
Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:07 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Extra, Extra Large dog boots.....
Replies: 1
Views: 2778

Extra, Extra Large dog boots.....

I have a 75 lb shorthair; his feet are BIG, but I can get some brands of XL dog boots to fit. I have always preferred Lewis, but their XL won't go over his paw!! My buddy has a 110 lb Lab, and he has had a devil of a season; the dogs pads are bloody after an hour. Vet says it might have started with...
by steingre
Sat Mar 10, 2018 3:46 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Puppy food help...
Replies: 12
Views: 8382

Re: Puppy food help...

Just a recommendation...from experience with my GSPs- spend a little more for a stainless steel bowl...or you'll end up with a chewed up plastic mess....and then buy a steel one anyway!!
by steingre
Wed Jul 05, 2017 12:28 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Southern Wiscosin Hunt Tests
Replies: 1
Views: 4762

Re: Southern Wiscosin Hunt Tests

It is NOT easy to find current, up-to-date information on pointing dog trails and/or tests!!! Here is the information on AKC Pointing Dog Hunt tests as of today- I'm sure it is not complete, but it is a start: https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/events/search/blocks/dsp_calendar.cfm?title=HUNTING%20TESTS%...
by steingre
Thu Dec 01, 2016 5:31 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: One of those "special" mornings......
Replies: 4
Views: 3065

One of those "special" mornings......

I posted this on Uguide...and thought some might enjoy it here as well...... One of those "special" moments yesterday morning....I took my "old" dog- 10 yr old GSP- my buddy and I had only an hour or so to hunt. About 100 yds into the field...flushed a rooster, and made the shot. Another 100 yds...a...
by steingre
Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:24 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel Flooring
Replies: 8
Views: 4695

Re: Kennel Flooring

Could you use concrete patio blocks? I've used them for years-even picked them up and moved the kennel once! My town requires a building permit for a poured surface, but nothing if you just place it on the ground; I put them on a two inch bed of limestone road rock.
by steingre
Thu Sep 01, 2016 9:03 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Leg wrapping tips?
Replies: 2
Views: 2365

Leg wrapping tips?

I have a young GSP with an skin infection on a back leg- treating with antibiotics...but it opens up or gets irritated when in the field. Any tips on wrapping/bandaging? I'll try vet wrap, various DIY coverings....just thought someone might have had a similar problem, and came up with a great fix!! ...
by steingre
Sat Jun 25, 2016 7:13 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Skin bumps
Replies: 2
Views: 2172

Skin bumps

7 month old GSP pup- just noticed this evening- 8-10 red, noticeable bumps around the outside of both front leg elbows- about BB size, no secretions. I haven't found anything anywhere else. Any ideas? Might be a trip to the vet Monday!
by steingre
Sat Jul 05, 2014 1:51 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What are some of the best dog houses?
Replies: 6
Views: 2659

Re: What are some of the best dog houses?

More reasons for K9 Kondo- 5 year limited warranty- never had to use it, but it is there! Flat roof- my GSP's love to lay up there and sleep, and they get a little extra exercise every time they jump up and down. It also makes a nice flat elevated place to check the dog out, extra petting, etc! Mine...
by steingre
Fri Dec 09, 2011 9:18 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Anyone live near the 2012 invitational location?
Replies: 6
Views: 4123

Re: Anyone live near the 2012 invitational location?

Welcome to Iowa!!! I live about 70 miles SE of Searsboro-- and pheasant hunt a lot about around the Sigourney, IA area. I'm also the chair of our local County Conservation board, so I'll direct you first to campgrounds that the Poweshiek County Conservation Board manages, in Montezuma, IA- 10 miles ...
by steingre
Sat Oct 29, 2011 10:25 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: When is it TOO cold?
Replies: 42
Views: 21582

Re: When is it TOO cold?

I live in Iowa- similar temps to SE Wisconsin, I suspect! I've had pointers, setters, and now shorthairs...in the 40+ years of keeping bird dogs...I've always had them in their kennels. As an Iowa farm boy, my Dad always said about all our animals, including dogs..."Feed 'em right, keep 'em out of t...
by steingre
Sat Jul 16, 2011 12:00 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: 12 gauge?
Replies: 21
Views: 10122

Re: 12 gauge?

Perhaps you could try a box of Spredr shells for you 12 gauge? I personally haven't tried them...but if I had a close-choked gun I wanted to use, I would spend the $15 or so for a box, and use a few up at the patterning board!!
by steingre
Wed Dec 15, 2010 6:36 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Best Video's for Begining 1st Time Trainer?!
Replies: 2
Views: 1114

Re: Best Video's for Begining 1st Time Trainer?!

+2

And....Perfection Kennels is located in Kidder, MO...not far from Trenton!
by steingre
Fri Dec 10, 2010 7:39 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Looking at places in Iowa??
Replies: 2
Views: 970

Re: Looking at places in Iowa??

Lot's of public land just west of Centerville--it surrounds Rathbun Lake, the largest man-made water structure in Iowa. That's the good news....the bad news is that the bird population in southern Iowa is WAY down. You will find an occasional pheasant, maybe a small covey or two of quail on public l...
by steingre
Wed Dec 01, 2010 5:55 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Sprained front wrist
Replies: 8
Views: 8007

Re: Sprained front wrist

My shorthair sprained his "wrist" while sharptail hunting in North Dakota in late September. I'm not a vet, but the sprain diagnosis is what I thought; I cut the trip a couple of days short, and headed home to my local vet. The vet said there were anti-inflammatory drugs we could try, perhaps a warm...
by steingre
Thu Sep 23, 2010 1:59 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: PLEASE HELP! my ep is driving me crazy!
Replies: 27
Views: 7549

Re: PLEASE HELP! my ep is driving me crazy!

I think the method in the Perfect Start/Perfect Finish DVD's might work for you- it will require that you have access to launchers and homing pigeons. Yard work, and field work with birds under controlled conditions until he's pointing and holding. If you get him staunch this season, and he appears ...
by steingre
Thu Jul 22, 2010 9:07 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Blue Grouse in Colorado? Where should I stop along the way?
Replies: 6
Views: 3308

Re: Blue Grouse in Colorado? Where should I stop along the way?

My last couple of backpacking elk trips got me thinking about blue grouse on Colorado--- I haven't done it yet, but I was thinking of starting on the western slopes in Colorado (after sept 1). Depending on the dates, a circuitous route back home might be: Wyoming- Sept 1 for ruffs/blues, Sept 18 for...
by steingre
Thu Jul 08, 2010 8:40 am
Forum: Training
Topic: looking for a youtube video.......
Replies: 12
Views: 5330

Re: looking for a youtube video.......

The Perfect Start/Perfect Finish DVD's demonstrate the use of launchers pretty well. You will need a LOT of birds...the whole idea is as soon as the dog starts to make a move to the bird after establishing point...you launch the bird, and prevent any chase.
by steingre
Thu Jul 08, 2010 6:54 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: National Grassland info needed......
Replies: 16
Views: 8699

Re: National Grassland info needed......

On my last trip to Ft Pierre...at a stock tank getting a little water for the dogs....I had to drop my gun, and make a quick grab...a dog in each hand, as a nice fat rattler warned us to stay away! He eventually slithered away...and I very carefully and gingerly dipped the water and tended to the do...
by steingre
Tue Jul 06, 2010 7:44 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: National Grassland info needed......
Replies: 16
Views: 8699

National Grassland info needed......

I've posted this on other boards as well........................................ I'm starting to plan a trip for sharptails this fall. I hunted the Ft Pierre National Grasslands several years ago, but I may want to expand the trip and the location a bit. I'm thinking of starting in North Dakota, the...
by steingre
Fri Jul 02, 2010 9:49 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Weimaraner pup only plays keep away..will not retrieve
Replies: 13
Views: 4419

Re: Weimaraner pup only plays keep away..will not retrieve

My first step with "feathers" has always been a small canvas dummy with a couple of quail or pheasant wings securely attached. I use that for a couple of weeks before trying birds. I have had limited success using frozen birds- it seems some pups just don't like a cold bird! I always thaw the bird, ...
by steingre
Wed Jun 30, 2010 3:56 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Weimaraner pup only plays keep away..will not retrieve
Replies: 13
Views: 4419

Re: Weimaraner pup only plays keep away..will not retrieve

If you are inside, set it up so that you throw the object down a hallway, and the only avenue of return is right back to you. If you're outside, you may have to do a little temporary "construction" - I have set up a couple of pieces of plywood alongside a garage, and even used some of the vinyl snow...
by steingre
Tue Jan 05, 2010 3:46 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: HUnt young GSP with retrievers
Replies: 14
Views: 4843

Re: HUnt young GSP with retrievers

My buddy and I have hunted over Lab/GSP pairs for over 20 years....and I can probably count on one hand the times we have ever had a problem with the dogs figuring out what to do and who they work for! We usually keep a good distance apart...trying to work the fields intelligently...and each working...
by steingre
Tue Jan 05, 2010 3:25 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Hunting gloves
Replies: 22
Views: 10830

Re: Hunting gloves

Seirus All Weather- three layers, water RESISTANT, very thin, great feel- sold for active, aerobic activities- won't keep you warm on a tree stand, but keeps me going here in Iowa following the dogs...unless it's -20 wind chill like it was this morning---Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!
by steingre
Sat Dec 12, 2009 12:02 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: dog houses
Replies: 3
Views: 1249

Re: dog houses

Ditto on the K-9 Condo comments so far- I have three, the oldest probably for 6 years- I have never had a heater, and the dogs (shorthairs) have never seemed to suffer, even in our brutal Iowa winters! I replace the bedding a couple of times a winter- the units are so tight...I think they tend trap ...
by steingre
Fri Sep 04, 2009 12:52 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Ready for the primer pistol.....would like some details
Replies: 3
Views: 1136

Re: Ready for the primer pistol.....would like some details

My routine: Cap gun when they are babies- (after 8 weeks),then 22 blanks when they start to "chase"- meadowlarks, swallows, wild birds, etc, then graduate to a 410 when chasing. I use a 410 for the first couple of planted birds that I don't want to kill. The switch to a 20 when I'm shooting training...
by steingre
Sun Jun 28, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: My springer runs off when she's let out of her kennel.
Replies: 19
Views: 5780

Re: My springer runs off when she's let out of her kennel.

Bummer, Sorry about the "lectures"- they aren't a lot of help! I run GSP's now, setters and pointers before; all would "light out" and burn some energy when they had the chance. I used it as an opportunity to do some training- for example, I trained to only come of of the kennel on command, come out...
by steingre
Fri Feb 27, 2009 3:57 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Chukar in Launcher
Replies: 3
Views: 1375

Re: Chukar in Launcher

I have both the Pheasant and quail size launchers- I've found that the smaller launchers CAN hold a chukar, BUT...they don't "toss" the bird with very much authority- the birds don't get enough elevation for me!!! You'll be much happier with the Pheasant size!
by steingre
Fri Oct 17, 2008 1:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Cabela's Brittany boots?
Replies: 21
Views: 8893

Re: Cabela's Brittany boots?

Second year on my second pair- first pr. lasted three seasons. I wear them for most hunts- Iowa seasons can be snowy and quite cold- as long as I'm trying to keep up with my dogs, I never notice the cold! The only negative about them is that they tend to wear out too quick- by the end of year three,...
by steingre
Sat May 17, 2008 7:46 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Opinions/Comments on Running my Dogs off of a Bike
Replies: 23
Views: 9097

Re: Opinions/Comments on Running my Dogs off of a Bike

Just my 2 cents: I've used the springer for 4 years; I would caution against saying that you "can't" be pulled over- it only happened to me once- but unless your dog(s) is COMPLETELY obedient, having Bambi jump out of the bushes right in front of him/her may just be too much of a temptation! I went ...
by steingre
Wed Jan 30, 2008 6:23 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Bird release???
Replies: 4
Views: 1821

Thanks!

That's it, OK! Thanks!
by steingre
Tue Jan 29, 2008 6:26 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Bird release???
Replies: 4
Views: 1821

Bird release???

In one of my many gun dog magazines, I saw an ad for a non-mechanical bird release- sort of a cage-like body, and a place where you step to "rock" the thing open- anyone know what it is called, or who manufactures/sells this release?
by steingre
Wed Nov 21, 2007 12:01 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Why does everyone love Purina Pro Plan so much?
Replies: 46
Views: 29331

My 2 cents....

One of my GSP's has a problem with runny stools- if he's eating what the other three eat, it's piles of XXXX all over the place- I tried a LOT of different feeds- and Pro Plan is the only thing that I have found that firms him up. I have no idea why, and don't particularly care- he looks good, coat ...
by steingre
Mon Nov 12, 2007 10:13 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Iowa Hunters?
Replies: 22
Views: 9016

Iowa update

Just got back from a swing in central to NW Iowa- Public land only, and on a weekend- just a little nuts, right...???? Hunted mostly marshes and waterfowl production areas that had a decent amount of upland surrounding them. The results..... Saturday- 20 roosters "moved" (one "covey" of 8!!!). VERY ...
by steingre
Thu Aug 30, 2007 3:40 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Need help on 12 or 20 guage decision
Replies: 22
Views: 8545

I have a Browning Citori Superlight Feather- it's been my go-to gun for nearly everything for the last three seasons. 6lbs, 3 oz I still own a Browning double automatic- perhaps my best "hitting" gun ever- 6lbs, even. Yesterday, I handled two Beretta Ultralights- sweet feel to them, but I haven't sh...
by steingre
Thu Aug 30, 2007 2:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Boarding near Omaha/CB?
Replies: 1
Views: 997

Boarding near Omaha/CB?

I have a three day meeting in Council Bluffs, IA in late September. I'm toying with the idea of taking two of my GSPs along, and traveling from there to South Dakota for some grouse and/or chickens. Anyone know of a good boarding kennel for gundogs in the Omaha/Council Bluffs area?
by steingre
Mon May 14, 2007 3:50 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: "Wolfing" food
Replies: 22
Views: 7534

Break-Fast Bowl update

The bowl worked like a charm- with one exception: the makers have never met my determined "chewer"- he had a hole through the side in less than 24 hours!

So, it looks like I'll have to try to come up with a "metallic" solution...or resign myself to watching Gus inhale his portion in seconds...!!
by steingre
Mon May 07, 2007 5:33 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: "Wolfing" food
Replies: 22
Views: 7534

New bowl

Got my copy of PDJ today- one day after I ordered the "brake-fast Food Bowl!

I'll let everyone know how it works!

I agree with most of you that it is probably more of a nusiance than anything else...but at least my friends and family won't exclaim "Oh, my God!" when they see him eat!!
by steingre
Sun Apr 29, 2007 6:23 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: "Wolfing" food
Replies: 22
Views: 7534

"Wolfing" food

One of my four Shorthairs must think he's a wolf; he a "attacks" his dry food, downing his twice-a-day portion in several mouthfuls, and great gulps- usually, less than ten seconds, total! It's dry food; I don't enen know how he gets it done! Anyone else ever see this, or have any ideas about how to...
by steingre
Sat Feb 24, 2007 3:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Dog box parts
Replies: 3
Views: 1648

Dog box parts

Anyone build their own dog box/trailer, and have a good source for doors, vents, and other hardware?
by steingre
Thu Feb 22, 2007 1:59 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Quail health
Replies: 8
Views: 4973

Treatments- Journal of Wildlife Diseases

http://www.jwildlifedis.org/cgi/reprint/6/1/8.pdf

Another site describing the condition:

http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/index ... 201500.htm

Note: If the birds are on wire, the wire has to be up off the ground!!

Good luck!
by steingre
Thu Feb 22, 2007 1:28 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Quail health
Replies: 8
Views: 4973

Quail Disease

My bet is Ulcerative Colitis- also known as Quail Disease Here's a website for more info: http://www.thepoultrysite.com/diseaseinfo/162/ulcerative-enteritis-quail-disease It's not a lack of exercise- if you keep the bobs on wire, and up off the ground, they'll stay fat- even if they are in a very sm...
by steingre
Mon Jan 08, 2007 1:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need kennel floor advise
Replies: 23
Views: 9053

pavers

I've used the concrete pavers for 20 years years- a pretty good solution! I put down a base of limestone "road rock" to even things up, sprinkle some lime on top, tamp well, and lay the pavers- 16"X8"X1.5". I moved once during the 20 years- I just backed a trailer up, pulled 'em up, and moved the wh...
by steingre
Tue Sep 19, 2006 4:54 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Now he's creeping in...
Replies: 7
Views: 4756

Tyler, The "Perfect Start" video/dvd would have great application to your situation- they use remote releases to stop any movement after the dog has scented the bird. The problem is most of us "amateurs" don't have access to 3 or 4 remote launchers, a pen full of homers, and the time to have all the...
by steingre
Tue Sep 12, 2006 4:27 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Deer ticks!
Replies: 6
Views: 2761

Deer ticks!

Went out to feed the "boys" this morning, and as I was running my hands down along the sides of my 4 mo old GSP, he felt really "bumpy". Further inspection revealed a complete "infestation" of deer ticks, all about the size of a pin-head! I rubbed, and scratched, and pulled off as many as I could, a...
by steingre
Thu Aug 03, 2006 7:07 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Training DVD
Replies: 8
Views: 4508

Both are good, but...I'm not a fan of the "whoa board" concept. Not that it doesn't work, but it just seems too un-natural for my taste. The Perfect Start doesn't use as much of a "place" concept; more of a "bird contact" concept. As mentioned before, even experienced dog folks will usually find som...
by steingre
Wed Aug 02, 2006 10:28 am
Forum: Training
Topic: First training ever with birds, need some tips.
Replies: 5
Views: 2073

"The Perfect Start" video covers bird introduction, gun intro, retreiving intro, etc. Certainly not the only way, but it looks like a darn good way!

Here's just one source for it- there are others!

http://www.gundogsupply.com/pestpefisetd1.html

Good luck!!
by steingre
Wed Jul 12, 2006 11:21 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Gun Dog article- chukar recall pen
Replies: 10
Views: 7188

I wish I could, John! I do remember that it was one of the "feature" stories, so it was listed on the cover- maybe "Build a Chukar Recall Pen"?

I'm not much help, huh?
by steingre
Wed Jul 12, 2006 11:01 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Recall pen
Replies: 7
Views: 4023

by steingre
Wed Jul 12, 2006 10:58 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Gun Dog article- chukar recall pen
Replies: 10
Views: 7188

Thanks, Ryan; I had found that link, too. It looks like they used the plans I am talking about, with modifications. The Gun Dog article was so well written, and had lots of helpful hints about raising, releasing and care of the birds, too! I'm going to keep trying- someone out there has to have that...
by steingre
Tue Jul 11, 2006 11:01 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Gun Dog article- chukar recall pen
Replies: 10
Views: 7188

Thanks, John- I've looked at that site before, and it is not "exactly" what I'm looking for. The pen was made with 2x2 lumber, and covered entirely with hardware cloth. It was really more like a pen on top of a pen- the birds were released from the top pen, and portion of the top pen floor could be ...