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by birdogg42
Fri Dec 09, 2022 9:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: paint for kennel panels
Replies: 2
Views: 2180

paint for kennel panels

i am repairing all of my welded wire panels.
i am going to repaint them all and i am researching what would be the best option to keep the rust at bay.
i know it will eventually rust. just looking to see what others have used. not going to use powder coat.

thanks
by birdogg42
Wed May 11, 2022 9:18 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Leather Boots Care
Replies: 34
Views: 14594

Re: Leather Boots Care

i use pure bees wax. works great for my boots,chaps and bibs.
by birdogg42
Tue Mar 15, 2022 8:34 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: indoor/outdoor kennel set ups
Replies: 5
Views: 1858

Re: indoor/outdoor kennel set ups

I was going to fasten the bottom course of the block with rebar in the corners of each block incase if i sold the place and moved then the building could be used for something other than a kennel.
what kind of dog doors do you guys use or which ones to stay away from?
by birdogg42
Mon Mar 14, 2022 6:36 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: indoor/outdoor kennel set ups
Replies: 5
Views: 1858

indoor/outdoor kennel set ups

looking for ideas as far as indoor/ outodoor kennels. im in southeast Mo so the weather could be 10 degrees at night and 65 the next day. i have a block building that will have 4- 5x5 runs on the inside 5x15 on the outside. was thinking about laying block on both the inside and outside 2 8IN block t...
by birdogg42
Thu Feb 03, 2022 2:51 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: EP sire question
Replies: 139
Views: 53787

Re: EP sire question

Hate for this thread to die off.
Anyone know whatever happened to Shadows Attitude?
by birdogg42
Wed Sep 29, 2021 11:25 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pants and vest
Replies: 7
Views: 2689

Re: Pants and vest

STONE CREEK MAKES THE MOST DURABLE VEST AND CHAPS IN MY OPINION
by birdogg42
Wed Jul 28, 2021 11:09 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kansas and or Missouri this fall need info
Replies: 3
Views: 4363

Re: Kansas and or Missouri this fall need info

THERE ARE MORE ACRES IN KANSAS TO HUNT THAN A FELLA COULD COVER IN A SEASON.
WE GO TO SOUTH CENTRAL KANSAS EVERY THANKSGIVING AND HAVE A BLAST. ITS DEF WORTH THE TRIP.
KNOCK ON DOORS, BE RESPECTFUL AND YOU WILL BE SURPRISED.
JUST MY OPINION
by birdogg42
Wed Jul 28, 2021 10:55 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Potential.....
Replies: 5
Views: 2496

Re: Potential.....

LOVE THE PICS
VERY NICE LOOKING ANIMAL
by birdogg42
Mon Apr 26, 2021 7:34 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: No wheels on my wagon.
Replies: 28
Views: 10511

Re: No wheels on my wagon.

prayers to you
by birdogg42
Thu Apr 01, 2021 6:04 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: SUMMER CAMP
Replies: 10
Views: 3508

Re: SUMMER CAMP

will do Fish, thanks for the invite
by birdogg42
Wed Mar 31, 2021 10:55 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: SUMMER CAMP
Replies: 10
Views: 3508

Re: SUMMER CAMP

I envy you. I miss the when I had the time to devote to the dog. Living in the Prairies its not for the lack of wild birds that I send her to a pro, its time. With a young family and a busy work life I will gladly pay a pro to work my dog. i am in the same boat Ryan. i feel your pain Actually guys,...
by birdogg42
Wed Mar 31, 2021 7:15 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: SUMMER CAMP
Replies: 10
Views: 3508

Re: SUMMER CAMP

I've all ready started a will just continue training around home until the season starts at the end of August. I envy you. I miss the when I had the time to devote to the dog. Living in the Prairies its not for the lack of wild birds that I send her to a pro, its time. With a young family and a bus...
by birdogg42
Tue Mar 30, 2021 8:42 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: SUMMER CAMP
Replies: 10
Views: 3508

Re: SUMMER CAMP

Ryan,
i never thought that :lol: :lol:
Mike Harryman will be taking my pup who will be 12 months old by then
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 26, 2021 11:39 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Safety near the AZ/MX border......
Replies: 13
Views: 7639

Re: Safety near the AZ/MX border......

I HAD A BUDDY GO TO AZ WITH SOME OF HIS CO WORKERS. 4 GUYS TOTAL.
THEY FOUND BIRDS EVERYWHERE AND HARVESTED AROUND 80 IN 4 DAYS. NOT SURE WHERE THEY WERE BUT HE SENT ME A PIC AND I COULD SEE THE BORDER WALL. SAID IT WAS SOO WORTH THE TRIP.

MIKE
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 26, 2021 11:05 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: SUMMER CAMP
Replies: 10
Views: 3508

SUMMER CAMP

WHO ALL IS SENDING THEIR DOG NORTH AND WHAT AGE ARE THEY?
by birdogg42
Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: English Pointer in the house
Replies: 5
Views: 2882

Re: English Pointer in the house

treat it like your shorthair and it will be fine
by birdogg42
Wed Oct 21, 2020 2:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: PIGEON FEEDER AND WATERER
Replies: 1
Views: 2013

PIGEON FEEDER AND WATERER

WHAT DOES EVERYONE USE FOR THEIR FEEDERS AND WATERERS?
LOOKING TO BUY/MAKE SOMETHING THAT I ONLY HAVE TO FILL UP ONCE EVERY WEEK OR SO.
I CURRENTLY HAVE 15 BIRDS.

THANKS
MIKE
by birdogg42
Wed Jul 08, 2020 8:51 am
Forum: Polls
Topic: Which shotgun brand do you use?
Replies: 180
Views: 221976

Re: Which shotgun brand do you use?

Franchi 48AL 20
by birdogg42
Tue Apr 21, 2020 12:11 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Shadows Attitude
Replies: 35
Views: 13362

Re: Shadows Attitude

NOBODY??????????????????
by birdogg42
Wed Apr 15, 2020 9:28 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Shadows Attitude
Replies: 35
Views: 13362

Re: Shadows Attitude

i know that was a looooong time ago but..........i am curiours how this turned out as well?????
by birdogg42
Tue Apr 14, 2020 12:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Why Have Pointers Lost Their Status
Replies: 23
Views: 7691

Re: Why Have Pointers Lost Their Status

"Best thing about pointers is the complete lack of show breeding. Those few that are shown are pretty much a completely separate breed. Very few folks keep pointers as pets, either, so chances are that most pointers are bred with the goal of being competent in the field. I love the muscularity, athl...
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 24, 2017 8:56 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Check cord problems
Replies: 16
Views: 6778

Re: Check cord problems

I have a 5 month old pointer male that constantly picks up the check cord and carries it while I am working him. Which isn't a big deal but it gets in the way of changing directions or reeling him back to me It's a PIA! I've never had one that's done this. What's your thoughts on this? I don't want...
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 24, 2017 7:16 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Check cord problems
Replies: 16
Views: 6778

Re: Check cord problems

cjhills wrote:No reason for him not to learn how to drag a check cord..........Cj
I guess he is so smart he figured out it is less resistance if he carries it! Stinking pointers
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 24, 2017 1:10 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Check cord problems
Replies: 16
Views: 6778

Re: Check cord problems

Thanks for the advice. I'm well aware of his age, and attention span. He doesn't quit on me. He would carry the cord all day if I left it on him. thanks again

Mike
by birdogg42
Fri Mar 24, 2017 11:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Check cord problems
Replies: 16
Views: 6778

Check cord problems

I have a 5 month old pointer male that constantly picks up the check cord and carries it while I am working him. Which isn't a big deal but it gets in the way of changing directions or reeling him back to me It's a PIA! I've never had one that's done this. What's your thoughts on this? I don't want ...
by birdogg42
Sat Feb 04, 2017 5:19 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Need a ride for two pointer pups
Replies: 0
Views: 1983

Need a ride for two pointer pups

Looking for a ride for two 5 month old pointer pups from sikeston mo to Archie mo. Any one headed that way anytime soon?

Thanks
Mike. 573-318-5566
by birdogg42
Mon Jan 16, 2017 10:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What range do you prefer, etc.?
Replies: 18
Views: 8912

Re: What range do you prefer, etc.?

Elkhunter wrote:1. All sorts of country from cheatgrass hillsides to CRP country to ditch banks for pheasants.
2. 100-800 yards
3. Yes.

Even though you have a shorthair as your avatar. You sound like a guy I would hunt with anytime!! I'm in the same boat as you buddy. (Don't take offense to the Gsp remark)

Mike
by birdogg42
Wed Jan 11, 2017 6:53 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: about the Are bird hunters afraid of field trial dogs?
Replies: 32
Views: 23229

Re: about the Are bird hunters afraid of field trial dogs?

I'm a bird hunter and I like the 400yd plus dogs.

Mike
by birdogg42
Thu Nov 24, 2016 9:14 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black kettle
Replies: 3
Views: 2373

Re: Black kettle

We have sand burs and prickly pear all over here at home. The dogs run on them almost every day. So that shouldn't be a problem. Thanks for the advice though. Much appreciated.

Mike
by birdogg42
Wed Nov 23, 2016 10:29 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Black kettle
Replies: 3
Views: 2373

Black kettle

Anyone been hunting the black kettle? We are headed to Kansas Friday then going to Oklahoma to hunt the black kettle Wednesday. We have never been there and was wondering what the report is?

Thanks mike
by birdogg42
Fri Sep 23, 2016 11:45 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Mini or tt15?
Replies: 1
Views: 1450

Mini or tt15?

I have a 220 with dc30 collars and a classic 70 that I use and I have no problems with them other than having to put 2 collars on each dog. Was thinking of trading mine in and going with an alpha. But wasn't sure about getting the minis or the tt15?

Mike
by birdogg42
Tue Dec 01, 2015 8:37 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Kansas hunt
Replies: 9
Views: 6107

Re: Kansas hunt

38 phez and 16 quail and 2 coyotes. Should have pushed our hunt back 2 days. good dog work, and cold beer. It was a good time.
by birdogg42
Mon Nov 30, 2015 10:58 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Kansas hunt
Replies: 9
Views: 6107

Re: Kansas hunt

Still here. After ice has melted we have 24 phez and 10 quail. Tons of birds.
by birdogg42
Thu Nov 26, 2015 6:36 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Kansas hunt
Replies: 9
Views: 6107

Kansas hunt

We are headed out to central Kansas in the morning for five days. Hoping all the bird predictions hold true. 8 dogs 7 guys 6k acres. Can't wait. Happy thanksgiving everyone.

Mike
by birdogg42
Wed Nov 11, 2015 7:56 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Wide Dog collar
Replies: 3
Views: 2404

Wide Dog collar

Where do you guys and gals get your 2 inch wide dog collars from?

Mike
by birdogg42
Tue Nov 10, 2015 4:21 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: EP / GSP Breeder Recommendations
Replies: 52
Views: 38503

Re: EP / GSP Breeder Recommendations

Scott, What's the breeding on the CLJ litter?

Mike
by birdogg42
Mon Nov 09, 2015 6:33 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Missouri opener
Replies: 13
Views: 7537

Re: Missouri opener

Went Saturday, found 9 coveys and killed 16 birds. Went Sunday and found 2 coveys. Killed 2 birds. Ready for deer season to get over with.
by birdogg42
Fri Nov 06, 2015 8:42 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Missouri opener
Replies: 13
Views: 7537

Re: Missouri opener

It did get hot quick Sunday. We found 5 coveys and bagged 5 birds. Hoping tomorrow will be better weather wise.

Mike
by birdogg42
Fri Oct 30, 2015 1:21 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Supplements for older dog
Replies: 4
Views: 2143

Supplements for older dog

Besides being in good shape, best food you can afford and plenty of water. Do you guys /gals give your older dogs ( 9+ yrs ) any supplements to help with joints/ muscle soreness etc?

Mike
by birdogg42
Fri Oct 09, 2015 8:35 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Horses for field trials
Replies: 27
Views: 9772

Re: Horses for field trials

Sounds like you know horses. Get what you want and like. Maybe go to a few trials and see if you can ride a few different horses. You will figure it out.

Mike
by birdogg42
Sun Sep 13, 2015 8:39 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Those who worm a dog I need advice
Replies: 16
Views: 8955

Re: Those who worm a dog I need advice

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1442152603.116191.jpg 1/2 Ml per dose (depending on size of dog). I think t's 1/10 (one-tenth) of a cc per 10 pounds of body weight. Give it to the orally. Can find it at any feed store. Depending on how many dogs you have it can last you a lifetime. Lot cheaper than heart wo...
by birdogg42
Thu Sep 03, 2015 8:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's Try this Again...Pointer Questions
Replies: 35
Views: 27066

Re: Let's Try this Again...Pointer Questions

English pointers can be made into great retrievers and contrary to what you may have been told there are many pointers that are very natural retrievers and do not require FF. There is a gentleman in Kansas named Jerry Simmons, that force breaks Ep's at 6 months old and everyone I have ever seen he ...
by birdogg42
Sat Apr 04, 2015 9:52 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Shooting Dogs
Replies: 68
Views: 36072

Re: Breeding Shooting Dogs

Cody I value your opinion. But I also didn't mean they all would be SD champions. But I really believe they would compete. Not all of them but about the same number of dogs as it takes to find a SD prospect. Mike Mike I get what your saying, sometimes I get caught up with if a dog can win a ch's or...
by birdogg42
Fri Apr 03, 2015 9:36 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Shooting Dogs
Replies: 68
Views: 36072

Re: Breeding Shooting Dogs

Cody I value your opinion. But I also didn't mean they all would be SD champions. But I really believe they would compete. Not all of them but about the same number of dogs as it takes to find a SD prospect.

Mike
by birdogg42
Fri Apr 03, 2015 8:55 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Shooting Dogs
Replies: 68
Views: 36072

Re: Breeding Shooting Dogs

I didn't mean the pups gundog owners would make an AA dog. But they very well could make a SD with right up bringing.
by birdogg42
Fri Apr 03, 2015 8:38 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Shooting Dogs
Replies: 68
Views: 36072

Re: Breeding Shooting Dogs

Dwells, while I agree with you. Think about the other side of your statement. What about the gundog pups purchased from SD or AA lines that had the run taken out of them by hunters. What about those dogs being with Robin Gates? Not trying to argue. Just my 2 cents.

Mike
by birdogg42
Wed Apr 01, 2015 5:53 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Breeding Shooting Dogs
Replies: 68
Views: 36072

Re: Breeding Shooting Dogs

Elkhunter wrote:At 8 weeks old its a complete crap shoot, regardless of what anyone says!

Very true

Mike
by birdogg42
Tue Mar 31, 2015 10:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: hunting poodle
Replies: 87
Views: 52889

Re: hunting poodle

It's your dogs. If you wanna breed a golden to a poodle then go for it man. I know I would if that's what I wanted. And the people that are against it won't buy one or will never have one. You won't have to bother with them. Just my opinion. If you do or don't breed them won't have any affect on me ...
by birdogg42
Mon Mar 09, 2015 11:03 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Habitat Improvements on your training area
Replies: 15
Views: 7623

Re: Habitat Improvements on your training area

Ask whoever mows it to stop mowing. Or mow strips in it. If they mow it then your plantings are worthless. Jmo

Mike