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by slistoe
Sat Mar 23, 2024 11:53 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: GSP Training Timeline
Replies: 4
Views: 124

Re: GSP Training Timeline

Everything you do from the time you bring your pup home is teaching it something. So be aware of where you want to go and what the pup is learning in its interactions with you. I would say that if you are looking at a rounded, versatile companion you will have a pretty solid structure to basic obedi...
by slistoe
Sun Feb 25, 2024 12:49 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: new member from Newfoundland Canada
Replies: 4
Views: 371

Re: new member from Newfoundland Canada

Welcome to the forum. Spent a couple days at Gros Morne Park once. Be interesting to see some pics of the country you hunt birds in.
by slistoe
Thu Jan 18, 2024 5:59 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Conformation.......
Replies: 7
Views: 878

Re: Conformation.......

Be sure your dog will accept inspection from a stranger - lifting jowls to view teeth, hands down body, etc. Dog needs to move in a free flowing extended trot in a straight line - judge wants to see motion in side view and coming and going. The last thing is stacking - look at pictures of the winnin...
by slistoe
Thu Jan 18, 2024 3:13 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Conformation.......
Replies: 7
Views: 878

Re: Conformation.......

I have shown two dogs to a CH and put points on many others. Enjoy the ride.
by slistoe
Sun Dec 31, 2023 6:50 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Beautiful Portrait of my Llewellyn
Replies: 9
Views: 3505

Re: Beautiful Portrait of my Llewellyn

What a great way to honor your dog.
by slistoe
Mon Dec 18, 2023 10:01 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: Newbie
Replies: 6
Views: 1511

Re: Newbie

Welcome to the board. Everyone has something to contribute, feel free to share.
by slistoe
Thu Dec 07, 2023 12:52 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: 4 month GSP size concerns
Replies: 5
Views: 2271

Re: 4 month GSP size concerns

At four months your dog will be lanky.
by slistoe
Sun Dec 03, 2023 6:11 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Training- New to this
Replies: 10
Views: 4613

Re: Training- New to this

DonF wrote:
Sun Dec 03, 2023 4:43 pm
Look it up. The Delmar Smith Method by Bill Tarrant!
Excellent resource.
by slistoe
Sat Oct 28, 2023 8:10 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Supplement for weigh gain?
Replies: 23
Views: 7997

Re: Supplement for weigh gain?

The 32/32 is 720kcal per cup. Great food. Sent from my moto g power 5G - 2023 using Tapatalk I tried a few bags of the 32/32 and found it to be a little to hot on its own for my dogs. I was probably over feeding it. I ended up blending it with leftover PPP to use it up. I can feed the 30/25 with no...
by slistoe
Wed Oct 18, 2023 8:17 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Am I Stressing Too Much?
Replies: 24
Views: 6568

Am I Stressing Too Much?

I feel the ability for a young dog to learn how to locate wild bird is more important than pointing at this age. But if the ability to find them is no longer an issue, and actively rooting them out persists, then she would probably benefit from some controlled work and being taught some manners in ...
by slistoe
Mon Oct 09, 2023 7:44 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Supplement for weigh gain?
Replies: 23
Views: 7997

Re: Supplement for weigh gain?

I would concur with Garrison - many times a dog is peak working condition is described as being "too thin".
by slistoe
Wed Aug 09, 2023 2:19 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Always a hard choice.....
Replies: 15
Views: 6876

Re: Always a hard choice.....

Terribly sorry to hear that. It is never easy. Had to put two of mine down a couple months ago - one was 17 years old and couldn't see or hear anymore, the other had cancer that they had given her 3 months to live 3 years ago - we were blessed to have some extra time with her.
by slistoe
Tue Jun 06, 2023 8:03 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Vehicle Choice
Replies: 16
Views: 4572

Re: Vehicle Choice

by slistoe
Tue Apr 25, 2023 1:07 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: from Vancouver Island
Replies: 3
Views: 2635

Re: from Vancouver Island

I think this will work.
by slistoe
Wed Apr 19, 2023 2:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Ticks and Lyme Disease
Replies: 2
Views: 2444

Re: Ticks and Lyme Disease

Fellow out here got lyme disease and has never been 100% since. Nasty stuff.
by slistoe
Sat Apr 15, 2023 5:59 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Which One?
Replies: 15
Views: 5698

Re: Which One?

That was my next question. I am pretty sure most everybody on here will disagree with me on the Diamond, but it works for my dogs for a lot less money........Cj If it doesn't have corn and chicken by-products it probably won't be optimal for hard working dogs IMO. Years back Eukanuba and Eagle were...
by slistoe
Sat Apr 15, 2023 12:52 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Which One?
Replies: 15
Views: 5698

Re: Which One?

gypsy wrote:
Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:21 am
Thanks for the info on the Diamond Performance; however I am trying to get away from products with corn.
What do you think the problem with corn is?
by slistoe
Mon Apr 10, 2023 10:43 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Predator Encounters
Replies: 16
Views: 6630

Re: Predator Encounters

Carrying a sidearm in public Canada has been difficult (impossible) since 1969. I know. In any case, "in public" is not what was being discussed, if I'm understanding you properly. Legally you cannot have your sidearm out of it's lockbox unless you are at a registered firing range. Unless there is ...
by slistoe
Sun Apr 09, 2023 9:34 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Predator Encounters
Replies: 16
Views: 6630

Re: Predator Encounters

I'm in SW Ontario. Bears , wolves, lynx are not a problem down here. Coyotes are a huge problem. Not just one coyote , but when they travel in groups. Then again many folks on here have to worry about deadly snakes in SW USA. Running a dog off leash has the possibility of many problems. I think you...
by slistoe
Mon Mar 20, 2023 6:34 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: A bad day
Replies: 13
Views: 5604

Re: A bad day

Sorry to hear that. Such a cute face.
by slistoe
Mon Mar 13, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: scammers
Replies: 2
Views: 2004

Re: scammers

Sorry to hear that.
by slistoe
Fri Feb 17, 2023 4:32 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: My confession
Replies: 16
Views: 5313

Re: My confession

FLYNN.jpg And now for my confession: Because of Parkinson's Disease , I could no longer care for a gun dog - couldn't give it the exercise it needed. I saw a dog needing a home at Animal Alert - a Maltese. :oops: Not well ( heart problems and deaf), but I thought "Hey! I need a dog and I can handle...
by slistoe
Sat Jan 28, 2023 6:45 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Rats
Replies: 4
Views: 2728

Re: Rats

I realize owning a .22 in Trudeau's Canada brands you as an enemy of the state, but an air rifle is particularly suited for killing rats. Sit outside reading a book, and look up every once in a while to see if they have returned. And then... Any air rifle exceeding 500 fps is regarded the same as a...
by slistoe
Sat Jan 28, 2023 6:44 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Rats
Replies: 4
Views: 2728

Re: Rats

Being originally from Saskatchewan, I am thankful for Alberta’s rat patrol


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by slistoe
Mon Jan 16, 2023 2:59 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: Freedom 2024
Replies: 5
Views: 2371

Re: Freedom 2024

Led0321 wrote:I don’t follow Canadian politics too much.


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Probably a good thing


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by slistoe
Wed Jan 11, 2023 9:20 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Username change
Replies: 6
Views: 3114

Re: Username change

Sharon nor I can change a username. Contact fourseasons by PM - I believe she is the only one who can help with that.
by slistoe
Tue Jan 10, 2023 1:14 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Sidearm
Replies: 5
Views: 2321

Re: Sidearm

Take a safety training course and you can apply for a PAL (possession and acquisition license). This allows you to buy firearms and ammo that are not on the restricted list (all handguns are restricted). When not in use all firearms must be locked and stored separately from the ammo. If you want a h...
by slistoe
Tue Jan 10, 2023 12:40 pm
Forum: Guns and Ammo
Topic: Sidearm
Replies: 5
Views: 2321

Re: Sidearm

Being from Canada I sure won't be any help on this one.
by slistoe
Wed Dec 28, 2022 12:49 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Woodcock for Christmas
Replies: 9
Views: 3138

Re: Woodcock for Christmas

Great times!
by slistoe
Fri Dec 16, 2022 2:30 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 9
Views: 3203

Re: Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas! Just put the tree up yesterday.


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by slistoe
Wed Dec 07, 2022 4:49 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Socialization prior to vaccinations
Replies: 7
Views: 3035

Re: Socialization prior to vaccinations

I always counselled new puppy buyers to ask their vet - they are the ones that are in tune with the incidence rate if things like Parvo in your area. Whatever harm you think may occur from not taking the dog out where other dogs are will be miniscule to the harm that would come from having a pup wit...
by slistoe
Tue Dec 06, 2022 12:05 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Best hunt yet!
Replies: 10
Views: 3334

Re: Best hunt yet!

Awesome!
by slistoe
Tue Nov 29, 2022 10:42 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Pheasant Season
Replies: 20
Views: 5365

Re: Pheasant Season

Sharon wrote:Apply the boot??? I assume you are joking. Lets just say, "Continue to be consistent. " :wink:
I assume he is meaning put the boots to the ground and keep getting the dog out there


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by slistoe
Sat Nov 26, 2022 10:33 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Place Command
Replies: 3
Views: 2805

Re: Place Command

Pretty much the same as Garrison here. I used the command "mat" and put them in the plastic airline kennel*. They could sit or stand around in there as long as they want, but no barking or whining allowed**. I don't like having the crate in the house, and the goal was to have them go lay down on th...
by slistoe
Wed Nov 23, 2022 10:49 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Balloons and Bird Dogs
Replies: 6
Views: 2812

Re: Balloons and Bird Dogs

Thanks for sharing those pictures.
by slistoe
Tue Oct 25, 2022 11:10 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: 1 year old GSP busting birds and not holding point
Replies: 21
Views: 7495

Re: 1 year old GSP busting birds and not holding point

The only thing a 1 year old dog can do wrong in the field is to walk beside me.
by slistoe
Sun Oct 23, 2022 11:49 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: the longevity of flushing breeds
Replies: 7
Views: 3155

Re: the longevity of flushing breeds

One of my favorite dog's of all time is the Labrador. This from a guy with DD's. I had horrible luck with them. They are riddled with so many different health issues and for some reason, seem extraordinarily plagued by cancer. I lost three to it. One, Nipper was a Super Powder dog and died of eye c...
by slistoe
Mon Oct 10, 2022 9:34 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Thanksgiving
Replies: 4
Views: 2963

Re: Thanksgiving

cjhills wrote:
Mon Oct 10, 2022 6:38 pm
Sharon:
Does Canada celebrate Thanksgiving and if so what is the date, ours is the end of Nov. Yours must be earlier..........Cj
The second monday in October is ours. As in Today!
by slistoe
Tue Oct 04, 2022 7:21 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: How far do y'all let pups chase?
Replies: 28
Views: 8956

Re: How far do y'all let pups chase?

Everyone does it different. Personally when I am taking a young pup out what I want from them is to learn how and where to hunt. Chasing is neither here nor there - it is a non event. When a young dog has a full season under their belt and is showing me that they WANT to find birds and KNOW HOW to f...
by slistoe
Sat Oct 01, 2022 5:37 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Memories
Replies: 6
Views: 2761

Re: Memories

art hubbard wrote:
Sat Oct 01, 2022 3:58 pm
I'm 91 now, can't hunt any more. Last hunt was last December, I was 90 then. But boy do I have many memories of 70 years of hunting over dogs.
How awesome is that.
by slistoe
Sat Oct 01, 2022 8:46 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Accidental Mating and Pregnancy at 8-months?
Replies: 10
Views: 4217

Re: Accidental Mating and Pregnancy at 8-months?

As I posted earlier, this dog woold be at about 2 weeks from delivery now. Pretty much no doubt if she is pregnant or not, probably not much can be done now. It would be interesting to know how it went.......Cj Well, unless they are browsing the site without logging in, the OP has not even read the...
by slistoe
Sun Sep 25, 2022 9:42 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP Temper Tantrums
Replies: 12
Views: 3983

Re: GSP Temper Tantrums

Seems like normal puppy stuff with a dog with energy to burn.

There is no "too harsh" when dealing with biting. But reacting out of frustration or anger is real and something you want to avoid. She thinks this is a good game and whatever you are doing is considered part of the game to her.
by slistoe
Sun Sep 25, 2022 7:10 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: ABHA
Replies: 3
Views: 2166

Re: ABHA

Fine looking pup. Congrats on the placements.
by slistoe
Wed Sep 21, 2022 12:58 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Couple of Questions
Replies: 11
Views: 3780

Re: Couple of Questions

RatDog wrote:
Wed Sep 21, 2022 12:22 pm
gonehuntin' wrote:One thing to NEVER do is to go outside and show him attention to get him to cease the howl. That will only further the problem. If I have to go outside the attention they get they don't like.
Sound advice! Thanks!


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by slistoe
Mon Sep 12, 2022 4:55 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Dog trainers
Replies: 23
Views: 19217

Re: Dog trainers

You realize the thread is 18 years old


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by slistoe
Sun Sep 11, 2022 12:29 pm
Forum: ARCHIVE: Previous Listings SOLD/OLD/GONE
Topic: Oregon GSP breeder
Replies: 5
Views: 4310

Re: Oregon GSP breeder

Not sure how far from you this is or how active they still are but I would be very happy to hunt over any of the dogs I have seen from this kennel www.dunfur.com


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by slistoe
Sun Sep 04, 2022 3:00 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Silly lab; especially with retrieving
Replies: 16
Views: 4261

Re: Silly lab; especially with retrieving

Good looking dogs.
by slistoe
Sat Sep 03, 2022 8:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Am I being too hard? Not hard enough?
Replies: 14
Views: 4540

Re: Am I being too hard? Not hard enough?

Excellent post gonehuntin. Yes, houses should be "puppy proofed". Yes, we must be respectful of the fact that puppies will get into mischief. But none of that is obedience training or house dog training in any way, shape or form and I find it disingenuous to imply otherwise. The greatest disservice ...
by slistoe
Thu Sep 01, 2022 10:49 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Leash Training
Replies: 8
Views: 3706

Re: Leash Training

Yeah, I don't own a prong collar. I have a pinch but ... A prong collar is a pinch collar. Same thing. The "pinch", by the way, refers to the fact that you squeeze the prongs together to put it on or remove links, not that it pinches the dog. When I first started in obedience many years ago, we cal...
by slistoe
Thu Sep 01, 2022 7:47 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Am I being too hard? Not hard enough?
Replies: 14
Views: 4540

Re: Am I being too hard? Not hard enough?

By 4 mos old my puppies understand that "no" means "NO". They don't learn that with constant nagging. If you are repeating the command you are nagging. That being said - puppies are going to run around with things, chew on things and be a terror at times. What they need is some things that they are ...