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by bumper52
Thu Sep 28, 2017 5:35 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: First time training a lab retriever from scratch.
Replies: 8
Views: 5579

Re: First time training a lab retriever from scratch.

First of all, the dog is definitely off to a great start. However, blind retrieves are way down the road. My best advice is to get a good program and follow it. I use Evan Graham's Smartwork series. Very user friendly....detailed step by step...plenty of videos on line. Personally, I feel your dog i...
by bumper52
Fri Jun 02, 2017 8:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Dog crate/box build
Replies: 10
Views: 6741

Re: Dog crate/box build

here are some links for you:

http://justlabs.cc/Pricelist.html

http://www.diamonddeluxe.com/r_style_dog_box.php








Also..check on Craig's List...usually in farm and garden section
by bumper52
Tue May 09, 2017 6:53 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel run flooring
Replies: 10
Views: 7255

Re: Kennel run flooring

I love concrete. Slope it at about 1/4" per foot minimum and it will drain well and be easy to clean. Wood is horrible; it stinks. Nor do I care for gravel. It keeps the dog's feet in good condition but it stinks after a while from the urine filtering through it. For my money, there is no floor cle...
by bumper52
Thu May 04, 2017 9:14 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Native Performance Dog Food
Replies: 7
Views: 5728

Re: Native Performance Dog Food

http://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-reviews/native-performance-dog-food-dry/ I tried it for about 6 months...it was ok...I decided to switch over to Taste of the Wild....very happy. Native is very good food, though, IMO. One of the reasons I switched is Taste of the Wild is carried by more dealer...
by bumper52
Tue Apr 25, 2017 7:58 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Hiccup in force-fetch
Replies: 10
Views: 5877

Re: Hiccup in force-fetch

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfhVdmrpvPA Your experience is very common. I would back up a step and not have your dog reach for the bumper. Your dog is telling you now that you are going too quickly. To go forward, take a step back. Reaching for the bumper and picking it up off the floor are step...
by bumper52
Mon Feb 06, 2017 7:23 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Lab breeders
Replies: 7
Views: 6104

Re: Lab breeders

My last lab pup came out of Missouri (Buck Creek Kennels) close to Kansas City. Al Nelson is a great guy. Someone mentioned his son above (Greg Nelson). They always have very well bred litters, but only 1 or 2 a year. I am picking up a pup around March 1st from Ed Rolling in Winchester, KS. Go to th...
by bumper52
Mon Mar 30, 2015 8:52 am
Forum: Birds & Bird Supplies
Topic: Funnel or bobs for pigeon trap?
Replies: 1
Views: 4192

Re: Funnel or bobs for pigeon trap?

I personally think bobs would be the way to go...most commercial traps have bobs...I watched a guy once down at the levy in Davenport. He made a box the size of a suitcase...it was wire...he sat on a bench and had popcorn in the box. He had a stick to prop open the lid. He had 20 or so birds in the ...
by bumper52
Mon Mar 23, 2015 3:41 pm
Forum: Birds & Bird Supplies
Topic: Help Id bird
Replies: 15
Views: 11332

Re: Help Id bird

that is a northern flicker
by bumper52
Fri Mar 13, 2015 8:31 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: lab catching pheasants
Replies: 17
Views: 8344

lab catching pheasants

This is really long, but I have no idea how to deal with a situation. I do guided pheasant hunts for a local club...been doing this 13 years. Presently, I have two flushing labs that are 3 and 4 years of age. They are both force fetched, collar conditioned, and will handle if needed. They have flush...
by bumper52
Sun Jul 21, 2013 10:49 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Lab Puppy
Replies: 15
Views: 6404

Re: Lab Puppy

get Smartwork!!! best money you will ever invest in your pup!!!! for now, just two short 5 minute training sessions daily....work on sit....maybe a couple of controlled retrieves in a hallway.....use paint roller or rolled up sock....get the dog excited, but don't over do it!!! take the dog for walk...
by bumper52
Mon Jul 08, 2013 1:25 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: New lab pup
Replies: 19
Views: 7227

Re: New lab pup

get a proven training program such as Smartwork by Evan Graham.....for now, very short obedience sessions...only a couple of retrieves per session, lots of socialization, and start walking on a leash....take the pup everywhere (within reason)
by bumper52
Fri Oct 26, 2012 1:09 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Pheasant hunting tips
Replies: 9
Views: 4967

Re: Pheasant hunting tips

From the middle of the season to the end....I like to go to several of my favorite spots and hunt them backwards....THAT can really help with those runners.
by bumper52
Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:24 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Should I slow down?
Replies: 7
Views: 2437

Re: Should I slow down?

No one should be saying you are going too fast or too slow......all pups develop at a different rate (both physically and mentally) So, you really need to be the soul judge of where to go with your pup. I will say this from experience, though. You need to get with a proven program (such as Smartwork...
by bumper52
Mon Oct 01, 2012 6:40 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Help For First Hunt in South Dakota Walk in Areas!
Replies: 7
Views: 2791

Re: Help For First Hunt in South Dakota Walk in Areas!

http://gfp.sd.gov/hunting/areas/maps/default.aspx go to the above site....find the counties with the most walk in areas......these walk in areas change a lot from year to year as far as crops and cover..it's a roll of the dice, but if you go to a county with several areas, you greatly increase your ...
by bumper52
Thu Sep 27, 2012 6:46 am
Forum: Training
Topic: New to training and e-collars
Replies: 10
Views: 3419

Re: New to training and e-collars

Geoff, please, please put away the e-collar for now. Get with a proven training program. I recommend Smartwork by Evan Graham. A program will take take you through very logical, sequential steps from A to Z to properly, efficiently, and humanely train your dog. The program will have a "collar condit...
by bumper52
Mon Sep 24, 2012 6:14 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Training Program
Replies: 4
Views: 1223

Re: Training Program

I believe Evan's is more user friendly....slightly more detail and better diagrams.....plus, you have Evan as a source right here!!!
by bumper52
Wed Jul 25, 2012 8:24 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Commands for a new puppy
Replies: 4
Views: 1243

Re: Commands for a new puppy

always have him on a check cord in the yard so you can enforce come.....teach the basics: sit, come, heel, kennel...I don't teach stay (sit means sit until given the ok to move)........short, simple retrieves.....don't wear out the pup...keep him wanting more.....extend distances when pup is ready.....
by bumper52
Wed Jul 18, 2012 10:16 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Another FF question
Replies: 4
Views: 1536

Re: Another FF question

you are more than likely looking at 4-5 weeks to have him ff
by bumper52
Mon Jul 16, 2012 10:49 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Command to Hold Birds? Force Fetch?
Replies: 9
Views: 4737

Re: Command to Hold Birds? Force Fetch?

If you don't force fetch, you will never have the "tools" to correct your dog for an error in retrieving (in your case dropping a bird). I look at it this way: in your case you can devote 4 to weeks of a thorough ff program to insure a lifetime of proper retrieves. Also, ff is way more than teaching...
by bumper52
Mon Jul 16, 2012 10:34 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Retrieving and "here"
Replies: 16
Views: 4909

Re: Retrieving and "here"

I second Evan's advice. Work on "here" separately from any retrieving work. I've also had a few dogs like yours and something that I had success with was throwing a mark, then sitting in a chair. On the dog's return I would hold a bumper up high while sitting down. This seemed to break the dog's mom...
by bumper52
Mon Jul 16, 2012 10:23 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: When to Force retrieve
Replies: 13
Views: 4914

Re: When to Force retrieve

For retrievers, such as I have, it's when they have their adult teeth in and have completed basic obedience. I personally collar condition to "here", as well, before beginning ff. Generally, at 7-9 months is a general time frame.
by bumper52
Thu Jul 12, 2012 6:43 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Chesapeake Bay Retriever Info
Replies: 10
Views: 6212

Re: Chesapeake Bay Retriever Info

go to this site: http://www.retrievertraining.net/forums/

more info. on there about chessies
by bumper52
Mon Jul 09, 2012 8:03 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: info for first time trainer
Replies: 5
Views: 1429

Re: info for first time trainer

get some small paint rollers
by bumper52
Sun Jul 08, 2012 9:06 am
Forum: Training
Topic: info for first time trainer
Replies: 5
Views: 1429

Re: info for first time trainer

here is a link:

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


get the smaller white ones and maybe a few orange ones for blind retrieve work. Gun Dog Supply is excellent to buy from!!!
by bumper52
Sun Jul 08, 2012 8:58 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Dog house.?
Replies: 13
Views: 5733

Re: Dog house.?

the dog den by K-9 Kondo...hands down!!! Best on the market....indestructible! Only problem I've ever had is replacing door bushings for like $3!
by bumper52
Sun Jul 01, 2012 12:56 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: 1st day on the collar
Replies: 26
Views: 9117

Re: 1st day on the collar

Paul, for now have the dog wear the collar when training, but use NO stimulation....lots of play and then get back to the responses your were getting from the dog when he wasn't wearing the e-collar. In the meantime, I would try to find someone with a different collar. Level one should be barely per...
by bumper52
Sun Jul 01, 2012 12:12 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Labs and Pigeons
Replies: 9
Views: 4481

Re: Labs and Pigeons

For me, training my labs with pigeons is a step by step process: 1. Introduction to wings (let the pup to chase around a wing and catch it....increase the difficulty to build up the intensity 2. Introduction to live bird (take a pigeon and duct tape wings...toss in yard...let pup go crazy......shoul...
by bumper52
Sat Jun 23, 2012 11:01 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Crate training techniques
Replies: 14
Views: 6481

Re: Crate training techniques

you are correct...you are reinforcing negative behavior by going to her when she is whining. I guess I don't have a simple answer, but most pups just grow out of it (give in") in a reasonable amount of time. They soon love going into their crate. For now I would try to establish a very regimented ro...
by bumper52
Mon Jun 18, 2012 1:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: IQ Test
Replies: 15
Views: 5900

Re: IQ Test

here's a good one: Two drivers were involved in a car crash. Neither driver was injured, but a passenger in one of the vehicles was badly maimed and lost both legs. When the case came to court, no fines and no charges occurred and the case was thrown out. To get the correct answer, it is necessary t...
by bumper52
Mon Jun 18, 2012 1:44 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Introduced 4 mo old puppy to birds this weekend
Replies: 8
Views: 3988

Re: Introduced 4 mo old puppy to birds this weekend

Keep walking on the leash, but take your pup to new areas and let him explore to develop independence. There needs to be a balance of control and freedom. I would have him on a long check cord, but just let him go and see what he does. He will gain confidence. Trust me....they learn to hunt soon eno...
by bumper52
Fri Jun 15, 2012 8:28 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Soft Dogs
Replies: 35
Views: 8315

Re: Soft Dogs

here is a thread by one of the most successful retriever trainer that discusses softness vs. sensitivity Retrievers ONLINE – Training Tips SORTING OUT SENSITIVITY, SOFTNESS, SENSIBILITY, SMARTNESS & SIMILAR TRAITS by Dennis R. Voigt Hang around retriever trial tailgates or galleries much and it won’...
by bumper52
Fri Jun 15, 2012 8:20 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: All day hunting endurance
Replies: 20
Views: 5316

Re: All day hunting endurance

It was funny....back in the good ole days we hunted dogs hard. These dogs were fed food far inferior to today's premium foods. We really never conditioned our dogs; they pretty much sat around all year until hunting season opened. We lived on a farm and our dogs were better conditioned than most. Sh...
by bumper52
Fri Jun 15, 2012 8:01 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Help
Replies: 3
Views: 1061

Re: Help

retrievertraining.net lots of info. on flushers
by bumper52
Wed May 09, 2012 5:54 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Springer Spaniel Trainer
Replies: 2
Views: 889

Re: Springer Spaniel Trainer

http://www.boberosagundogs.com/history/

this link will take you to a good one in Indiana
by bumper52
Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:27 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel doors
Replies: 5
Views: 2045

Re: Kennel doors

http://www.k-9kondo.com/categories/Kennel-Door/

read this thread....says they have doors with options of remaining open or closed
by bumper52
Fri Apr 27, 2012 8:23 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Kennel doors
Replies: 5
Views: 2045

Re: Kennel doors

I'm not real sure what you mean by locking. Are you wanting to just keep the dogs inside of the house? If so, couldn't you just drills holes for the pins towards the bottom of the door? See attached pic If you are wanting to padlock, I'm not sure
by bumper52
Mon Apr 23, 2012 7:47 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: “E“ collar or no collar ?
Replies: 90
Views: 22200

Re: “E“ collar or no collar ?

I train retrievers. I train with an e-collar. The e-collar has NOT made me a better trainer. It has given me a tool to help me with one of the principles of dog training: When giving a command, be in position to correct and enforce the dog immediately for any refusal. The e-collar for me is simply c...
by bumper52
Sun Apr 22, 2012 8:42 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: new dog den?
Replies: 7
Views: 2254

Re: new dog den?

Well, ideally you would want to buy another one. However, I have 2 of them. In the winter, I have two 60-65 lb. labs share the same one. Here is what probably will happen to you. You won't buy one and the dogs won't be willing to share...when you buy one, they will share it!!! lol
by bumper52
Fri Apr 20, 2012 5:55 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: I am very pleased with my dealings with gundog supply
Replies: 7
Views: 2560

Re: I am very pleased with my dealings with gundog supply

Steve Snell...super, super guy......awesome customer service!!!
by bumper52
Wed Apr 18, 2012 6:02 am
Forum: Training
Topic: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....
Replies: 13
Views: 4063

Re: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....

back again...check your pm's
by bumper52
Wed Apr 18, 2012 5:55 am
Forum: Training
Topic: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....
Replies: 13
Views: 4063

Re: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....

Eric, Richard Wolters made a huge contribution for the hunting retriever. He gave a lot of folks a method to train their dog. He was revolutionary. He was a very inspirational individual in the hunting retriever movement. Times have progressed, however, and there are improved methods available. The ...
by bumper52
Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:23 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....
Replies: 13
Views: 4063

Re: New pup(Lab)and in need of advice....

Although Wolter's book has some sound principles, it is considered outdated by most trainers today. The big reason is Wolter's set up a time table for his training, and we now understand that every dog develops at varying degrees. Wolter's methods give you a sense that dog training is a race, and th...
by bumper52
Tue Apr 17, 2012 8:19 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: amazing
Replies: 4
Views: 1446

Re: amazing

I think I could talk my wife into an indoor dog!!!
by bumper52
Tue Apr 17, 2012 6:16 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: amazing
Replies: 4
Views: 1446

amazing

so, do you think you have a trained dog? watch this!!!




www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Fyey4D5hg
by bumper52
Thu Apr 12, 2012 5:25 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Lab training help needed
Replies: 6
Views: 2435

Re: Lab training help needed

No, you haven't ruined him at all, by any means....However, get with a proven program. Your dog is at the age where the light is about to come on. For now continue to work on obedience (sit, come, heel) use a check cord to enforce light corrections....chain in the whistle commands...it is all a very...
by bumper52
Thu Apr 12, 2012 5:20 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: What to train first
Replies: 11
Views: 3944

Re: What to train first

You are off to a good start, but you owe it to the dog and yourself to get with a proven program. A program will prevent you from training in a helter skelter fashion. It will be a series of very logical steps (which are not always so logical to a beginner. Until you get a program, socialize that pu...
by bumper52
Thu Apr 12, 2012 5:12 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: The how, when and why of Debolting
Replies: 6
Views: 2965

Re: The how, when and why of Debolting

De-bolting is used as a pressure conditioning process, usually at the conclusion of collar conditioning. It teaches a dog they have no option of escaping pressure. It teaches them to better handle pressure in the presence of distractions. The way I teach it is to work the dog in close proximity to s...
by bumper52
Tue Apr 10, 2012 2:03 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Hunting south dakota?
Replies: 20
Views: 9485

Re: Hunting south dakota?

The other thing is a 10 month old pup can be very "overwhelmed" by the number of birds and all the scent. I feel that public areas can allow you more control of the situation.
by bumper52
Tue Apr 10, 2012 2:00 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Indispensable skills
Replies: 23
Views: 9764

Re: Indispensable skills

Ron R wrote:
Scott Linden wrote:What skills should a bird hunter have?
The ability to find good hunting spots, private and public.

And when you get my age, the ability to remember where they are so you can hunt them again!!!!