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by NLsetter
Thu Feb 19, 2015 7:36 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's talk gun's . Does it matter to you ?
Replies: 62
Views: 28981

Re: Let's talk gun's . Does it matter to you ?

Gun in my advatar is a Ted Williams from sears with poly choke. Was my Fathers gun he purchased in early 70's, heavy gun but one of my favorites for some reason.
by NLsetter
Thu Feb 19, 2015 7:32 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's talk gun's . Does it matter to you ?
Replies: 62
Views: 28981

Re: Let's talk gun's . Does it matter to you ?

I shot a pheasant this morning on my third shot. I'm glad I had the option of a third. My hold up with doubles is the price. Anything decent cost $1,500 plus. I can take a lot of hunting trips for that kind of money. I have a early 80's Lanber and its a great O/U and wasnt an expensive gun. I actua...
by NLsetter
Wed Feb 18, 2015 6:45 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

With points I have always been partial to more traditional setter stances. I dont compete in trials and really have no interest in doing so. While I can appreciate the high tails and so called style thats been created in the setter, my preference is still seeing one that's low. My guy is somewhere i...
by NLsetter
Wed Feb 18, 2015 6:36 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

KwikIrish, those are some fine looking pups.
by NLsetter
Sun Feb 15, 2015 5:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

After you experience watching a predominantly white dog, you won't want a dark dog. You see, for me, working my dog means watching her/him ALL the time (when they show) and not just when they are on point. The grace, agility, pace, fluidity, animation, gait, relentlessness, application (smarts) and...
by NLsetter
Thu Feb 05, 2015 8:02 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

Shags - I know what I have seen with my own eyes. The ISCA and a local Irish setter club hold trials in my backyard(almost literally) and I have seen Irish setters that hail from up and down the eastern seaboard. probably a couple hundred different dogs over the last eight to ten years. There are s...
by NLsetter
Thu Feb 05, 2015 7:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

Dirty Dawger wrote:I wonder if anyone actually considered going back to the breed origins (Europe) to bring in a resurgence?
Lines from Europe? My dogs breeder ( Russell's) has done this with bringing some Norwegian bloodlines (Kennel Saeterelva) into her program.
by NLsetter
Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:35 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

I love the dogs coming from Irish lines in Norway and German. Great video to watch even if dont speak Norwegian.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45O0CJHFA_U
by NLsetter
Wed Jan 28, 2015 4:28 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

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by NLsetter
Wed Jan 28, 2015 4:22 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f57/ivanyjason/030_zps3i3sq1nr.jpg http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f57/ivanyjason/20140801_202510_zpscgmic2oa.jpg I love that the classic point has come through in this dog, historically here in Newfoundland no setters have pointed with 12 O'clock tails, many loc...
by NLsetter
Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

After reading the OP a second time, I would say they are overall very different. If your interest lies in akc showing an akc Irish setters would be a wise choice. If you are looking for a hunting dog the red setter would be your best bet. Lots of AKC and CKC Irish Setter breeders out there producin...
by NLsetter
Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:45 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

ymepointer wrote:Pretty Irish...what kennel?
Russell's in BC Canada

Sire is Brophy's Rio Grande
by NLsetter
Sun Jan 25, 2015 12:37 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Post dogs on Point!!!!
Replies: 738
Views: 738018

Re: Post dogs on Point!!!!

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by NLsetter
Sun Jan 25, 2015 12:24 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Red setter vs irish setter
Replies: 142
Views: 98239

Re: Red setter vs irish setter

After reading the OP a second time, I would say they are overall very different. If your interest lies in akc showing an akc Irish setters would be a wise choice. If you are looking for a hunting dog the red setter would be your best bet. Lots of AKC and CKC Irish Setter breeders out there producin...
by NLsetter
Fri Dec 12, 2014 7:17 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: gps average ground speed per breed
Replies: 34
Views: 21739

Re: gps average ground speed per breed

My 2 year old Irish will average about 10-11mph over a hunt of about 30miles, on longer days 45-60 miles he is down to about 8-9mph
by NLsetter
Fri Dec 12, 2014 7:11 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Training a dog on a wing
Replies: 15
Views: 7040

Re: Training a dog on a wing

It will encourage sight pointing, toss the wing and get the dog out on real wild birds as much as possible.
by NLsetter
Fri Dec 12, 2014 7:01 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: swollen ear
Replies: 2
Views: 2060

Re: swollen ear

I have both ears wrapped over her head with vet wrap. she isnt bothering scratching yet, she is pretty use to being bandaged up as this dog is an accident waiting to happen.
by NLsetter
Fri Dec 12, 2014 6:40 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: swollen ear
Replies: 2
Views: 2060

swollen ear

Had two dogs grouse hunting today ( 12 year old female Gordon) and 2 year male Irish. The Gordon is or was the dominate dog but today the Irish pitched into her after he retreived a grouse to hand and she came over for a sniff. First time that ever happened..... anyway she had a gash on one ear on t...
by NLsetter
Mon Oct 06, 2014 7:33 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Pinch (prong) collar, choke chain, or....??
Replies: 47
Views: 23793

Re: Pinch (prong) collar, choke chain, or....??

I have used Brads method on my young Irish and it was like someone turned a switch on. By far the easiest method I have used and its also improved steadiness very quickly.
by NLsetter
Mon Sep 15, 2014 2:42 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use
Replies: 83
Views: 37649

Re: AKC's Vice Presidents thoughts on E-Collar use

Don't be silly. :lol: :lol: She clearly said a pocket full of treats and lots of praise as reward for good behavior is all it takes to have a wonderfully obedient dog. :lol: :lol: :lol: Now I only need to figure out a timing issue...like getting to my dog 1/4 mi away to give him a cookie in exchang...
by NLsetter
Mon Jul 28, 2014 3:44 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Garmin Astro/Alpha in Canada eh?
Replies: 3
Views: 2562

Re: Garmin Astro/Alpha in Canada eh?

Guess I will not be doing any software updates anytime soon.
by NLsetter
Sun May 18, 2014 7:52 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Brittany goes limp when given "kennel" command
Replies: 9
Views: 4967

Re: Brittany goes limp when given "kennel" command

Feed the dog in the crate. Make it enjoyable for short periods at first and never let it be punishment. It can take some time but it should become a safe haven for the dog. Exactly this. I feed mine every meal in crate and as soon as he see's me washing his dishes and getting his food ready he take...
by NLsetter
Wed May 07, 2014 6:55 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Garmin Alpha
Replies: 9
Views: 4704

Re: Garmin Alpha

My Irish setter is a level 2-3C and a 5-6M. I have only had to use a 10+ C for trash breaking on moose and Caribou. Most times a 2C is enough. Are you seeing nothing at all and then at 12 the dog is yelping?
by NLsetter
Wed May 07, 2014 6:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Puppy "rough housing" with the older dog
Replies: 14
Views: 8552

Re: Puppy "rough housing" with the older dog

That's a problem in my house. The six year old puts the JRT in his place but the JRT abuses the 13 year old female setter. I'm on his case a lot. I think I'm going to use an e collar to stop that behaviour as commands , grabbing him up, etc . aren't working. He grabs the old girl's leg or tail and ...
by NLsetter
Wed May 07, 2014 6:42 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Stopping the Chase?
Replies: 19
Views: 8181

Re: Stopping the Chase?

stop using training birds and get him on wild birds.
by NLsetter
Sat Apr 19, 2014 8:07 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Kibble and picky GSP
Replies: 9
Views: 6458

Re: Kibble and picky GSP

I make a pot of bone broth every week in a slow cooker for mine and they always eat their food as I put a cup of broth over their kibble. Bone broth is a really good supplement for them, plus its got to taste better that just plain old dry kibble.
by NLsetter
Sun Mar 02, 2014 10:53 am
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: Delmar Smith Wonder Lead
Replies: 2
Views: 4661

Re: Delmar Smith Wonder Lead

This method from Higgins is the most effective I have used on a dog. With 10 minutes my Irish setter was a different dog.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3FEQcCY1E0
by NLsetter
Sun Mar 02, 2014 10:51 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Whats your dogs name?
Replies: 214
Views: 92602

Re: Whats your dogs name?

Irish Setter

Russell`s Privateer - Call - O`Malley
by NLsetter
Sun Feb 23, 2014 7:04 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: First Setter
Replies: 3
Views: 2846

Re: First Setter

You will be hooked or life.
by NLsetter
Thu Feb 20, 2014 7:57 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's see hunting shacks
Replies: 25
Views: 16037

Re: Let's see hunting shacks

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f57/ivanyjason/23-05-2008025209PM.jpg http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f57/ivanyjason/1008971_10151430888701044_132522887_o_zpsb3f56f82.jpg If this is what you call a shack I would sure like to see your mansion Its all in the view, cabin is 24x24 no electricity, g...
by NLsetter
Sat Feb 15, 2014 11:18 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Garmin Alpha question
Replies: 14
Views: 6893

Re: Garmin Alpha question

Great info, been trying to figure if this could be done.
by NLsetter
Sat Feb 15, 2014 11:11 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's see hunting shacks
Replies: 25
Views: 16037

Re: Let's see hunting shacks

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by NLsetter
Sat Feb 15, 2014 11:11 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Let's see hunting shacks
Replies: 25
Views: 16037

Re: Let's see hunting shacks

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by NLsetter
Mon Jan 27, 2014 7:03 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Does your dog ride up front
Replies: 43
Views: 17526

Re: Does your dog ride up front

Crate ratched down with some big cargo straps in the back. Being inside the vehicle loose , in an accident not only can the dog get hurt but them being tossed around inside could injury other passangers as well.
by NLsetter
Sat Jan 25, 2014 10:03 pm
Forum: Tributes to the Departed
Topic: Ken Ruff-Brophy Irish Setters
Replies: 2
Views: 5472

Re: Ken Ruff-Brophy Irish Setters

Sad to hear. Certainly has done a lot of tremendous work with the Irish breed. My pups father is a brophy dog.
by NLsetter
Sat Jan 11, 2014 11:37 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: How many dogs?
Replies: 41
Views: 15884

Re: How many dogs?

2 setters ( a Gordon and an Irish)
by NLsetter
Thu Jan 09, 2014 6:55 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: zits on a dog?
Replies: 4
Views: 2430

Re: zits on a dog?

I use stainless steel bowls and sanitize every day. My young Irish setter started getting these on his face at about 8 months old and is 13 months old now and no longer gets them. I associated it just with hormones the way a teenage kid gets zits.
by NLsetter
Thu Jan 09, 2014 6:39 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Does neutering have negative affects?
Replies: 69
Views: 29404

Re: Does neutering have negative affects?

Your vet makes money off of spay and neutering dogs. If you leave the office chances are she won't get you back unless you agree with her and schedule an appointment it reminder... They also make money off the medical issues associated with a early spay or neuter. Common sense would indicate that t...
by NLsetter
Sun Jan 05, 2014 5:27 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP gone cranky!
Replies: 22
Views: 9386

Re: GSP gone cranky!

I'd bring him to the vet and have him run a blood panel for Lymes and other possible tick born stuff , he may be in pain the way you describe his movement. A two year old dog should not move like that unless he's been hunted hard that day or the day before. Rule that out first, its not something yo...
by NLsetter
Thu Dec 19, 2013 8:00 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Best family gundog? Gsp, vizsla, Brit?
Replies: 42
Views: 21655

Re: Best family gundog? Gsp, vizsla, Brit?

^x2 My irish is super behaved in the house, great off switch and you will not find a breed that is better with young kids and will love the rough housing but be very gentle in return.
by NLsetter
Wed Dec 18, 2013 5:39 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Pup making weird noises in his crate
Replies: 18
Views: 8258

Re: Pup making weird noises in his crate

Nothing wrong with a dog being in a kennel. I have a young high energy Irish( 1 year old) and he has no issues in a crate for 4-5 hours at a time. Most times I end up waking him up and he takes his time getting out of the kennel. Dogs pretty much sleep 18 hours+ a day. Get him some good exercise in ...
by NLsetter
Mon Dec 16, 2013 6:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Right time to spay my Brittany
Replies: 40
Views: 23160

Re: Right time to spay my Brittany

Having a 10 year old Gordon Setter( spayed at 6 months old) with some significant orthopedic problems I would caution on a early spade. My current young male will be left intact and if I have another female at some point she will have 1-2 heat cycles before spay. Sorry to hear about your setter. Wh...
by NLsetter
Sun Dec 15, 2013 7:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Frost Bite.... Need help!! Read last comment
Replies: 10
Views: 3705

Re: Frost Bite....

Hunt1Fish2 wrote: My yellow lab doesn't grow hair on part of his balls





Im sure the above recommendation may help.......however may get some funny stares if your hunting buddies see you applying it LOL
by NLsetter
Sun Dec 15, 2013 7:09 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Right time to spay my Brittany
Replies: 40
Views: 23160

Re: Right time to spay my Brittany

Having a 10 year old Gordon Setter( spayed at 6 months old) with some significant orthopedic problems I would caution on a early spade. My current young male will be left intact and if I have another female at some point she will have 1-2 heat cycles before spay.
by NLsetter
Sun Dec 15, 2013 4:55 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: My dog just ate lots of chocolate
Replies: 9
Views: 2927

Re: My dog just ate lots of chocolate

bobman wrote:He will probably be fine, might get diarrhea

If a dog eats something like this a couple tables spoons full of hydrogen peroxide will make him puke it right back up

make sure its 3% Hydrogen peroxide
by NLsetter
Sun Dec 15, 2013 5:11 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Dog respecting your home
Replies: 35
Views: 11387

Re: Dog respecting your home

Jeffkoop, yes croix is free in house from 6 till 4. Not a problem yet. Long as dog gets enough exercise and comes from a reputatable breeder, that breeds for good temp and socially involves pups. Shouldn't be a problem, as long as you're the boss!!! The last sentence could be the thing here. May wa...
by NLsetter
Fri Dec 13, 2013 1:08 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Puppy Wont Point
Replies: 67
Views: 18199

Re: Puppy Wont Point

Wing on a string is a great way to ruin a dog. Get the pup out off leash as much as you can, exposure, exposure, exposure. Wing will get him sight pointing and that is not what you want.
by NLsetter
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What Dog for a Guy up North
Replies: 18
Views: 7914

Re: What Dog for a Guy up North

Gordon Setters are very popular in the northern grouse woods for a reason. The black and tan coats soak up the sun and do well when it's cold. My dogs have done well when conditions stop other dogs. However, I would draw the line at asking them to break ice to fetch a duck. My gordon has been know ...
by NLsetter
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:06 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Spaying older bitch
Replies: 6
Views: 2685

Re: Spaying older bitch

Think of it this way... for the sake of 150 bucks why take chances? dog has been productive for you so why cheap out at this point.
by NLsetter
Thu Dec 12, 2013 4:03 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Dog respecting your home
Replies: 35
Views: 11387

Re: Dog respecting your home

Dogs bored out of his mind! in a crate for 10 hours a day and then by the sounds of it idle or unsupervised when not in crate. Not sure how much exercise he gets but likely needs at least a good hour off leash run and 20 minutes of obedience training in the evening..... that should make him much bet...