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by azquailguy
Fri Jul 08, 2022 11:33 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Preparing for first hunt
Replies: 14
Views: 4119

Re: Preparing for first hunt

Don't neglect yourself. The BEST thing you can do for that new pup is to buy a tested training program you like, develop a solid training program based on it, and FOLLOW YOUR PLAN. Really, other than environmental exposure, this year will be a non started. He'll only be 5-6 months old and not much ...
by azquailguy
Thu Jul 07, 2022 7:36 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Preparing for first hunt
Replies: 14
Views: 4119

Re: Preparing for first hunt

Thank you all for your responses. I'm gonna plan on the dog not being ready to shoot birds over this year but will hopefully get it on lots of birds without a gun first and let the dog learn that way.
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 10:53 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Preparing for first hunt
Replies: 14
Views: 4119

Re: Preparing for first hunt

You’re right, I’m probably being too ambitious for not even having a dog yet, but let me rephrase my question. Timing aside, what do you look for in a dog before you’re comfortable bringing it out to chase wild birds? I don’t plan on keeping pigeons or doing any training with them, just wild birds. ...
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:02 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is a GPS collar necessary
Replies: 34
Views: 12548

Re: Is a GPS collar necessary

Ryan DooLittle you make a good point about not having to get one right away but save up for one before our first season. Realistically I won’t be able to hunt the dog much if at all this year since it’ll only be 7 months old by the end of our season (that statement leads me to a bunch of other ques...
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 4:41 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: Preparing for first hunt
Replies: 14
Views: 4119

Preparing for first hunt

I’m expecting to get an eight week old Brittany at the end of September. Im just a guy who wants to hunt, not interested in trialing (yet?) so no need for perfection, just a dog that will help me find birds and hopefully bring them back to me. Our quail season here runs from October to February, so ...
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:46 am
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: New here
Replies: 6
Views: 1132

Re: New here

Thank you Sharon! I’ll be sure to let you know if I’m having any trouble
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:44 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is a GPS collar necessary
Replies: 34
Views: 12548

Re: Is a GPS collar necessary

Oldbeek I tried to respond to your private message but couldn’t because my account on here isn’t old enough. I’ll make some more posts today and message you back as soon as I’m allowed to.
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:41 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is a GPS collar necessary
Replies: 34
Views: 12548

Re: Is a GPS collar necessary

Ryan DooLittle you make a good point about not having to get one right away but save up for one before our first season. Realistically I won’t be able to hunt the dog much if at all this year since it’ll only be 7 months old by the end of our season (that statement leads me to a bunch of other quest...
by azquailguy
Tue Jul 05, 2022 7:27 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is a GPS collar necessary
Replies: 34
Views: 12548

Re: Is a GPS collar necessary

Dakotazeb wrote:
Mon Jul 04, 2022 8:08 am
I think in your case I would buy a good e-collar and whistle train my dog.
Just want to clarify…does this mean train the dog to come when I blow a whistle and then have the e collar there as backup? ie if the dog doesn’t respond then give it a little shock?
by azquailguy
Mon Jul 04, 2022 12:36 am
Forum: Product Ratings & Reviews
Topic: looking for a new vest
Replies: 13
Views: 13949

Re: looking for a new vest

I can only speak for the LL Bean pa’tridge vest but it’s been great in the five or six seasons I’ve had it. Comfortable and plenty of carrying capacity. Might be worth taking a look at.
by azquailguy
Sun Jul 03, 2022 6:57 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: New here
Replies: 6
Views: 1132

Re: New here

Thank you and I will!
by azquailguy
Sun Jul 03, 2022 5:30 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Is a GPS collar necessary
Replies: 34
Views: 12548

Is a GPS collar necessary

I’m expecting to get my first bird dog, a French Brittany, in late September. I’ve read a lot about the importance of GPS collars and can see why they’re seen as such a great thing. However, I’m wondering how necessary they are, especially for a dog that’s not expected to range all that far. The dog...
by azquailguy
Sun Jul 03, 2022 5:23 pm
Forum: Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here!
Topic: New here
Replies: 6
Views: 1132

New here

Hey guys just wanted to introduce myself. I’m expecting to get my first bird dog, a Brittany, in late September. I’m from Phoenix, AZ and have hunted quail since I was a kid but never with a dog. Looking forward to getting some feedback from the more experienced people here. I have all kinds of ques...