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This is such sad news; I feel so badly about it. Mike's pictures added so much to our forum. He was a kind member and always a gentleman. Rest in peace Mike.

by gundogguy » Wed Nov 25, 2020 11:05 am It is with a heavy heart I write this to report Mike Enright, aka Irishwhistler, passed away suddenly yesterday morning at his home in Connecticut. A fixture on this board, dog trainer, artist, photographer, retired game warden, and a true outdoor gentleman, ...

They're a beautiful bird for sure.

"... coyotes have to live too..." NOT IF I HAVE ANYTHING TO DO ABOUT IT! Come to end of 'em yet? Last time I was chasing quail in AZ the song dog population seemed to be thriving in spite of all the animosity :wink: Sharon - what is "dog spray"? I have nothing against coyotes, either but I agree - ...

Sharon: Would two coyotes be a match for one Jack Russel? He must be getting old. What Time Zone does this forum come from. It is 6am at my house 8am on the forum.....Cj Normally they wouldn't be a match, but he has cancer and is living one day at a time. That's weird about the time zone. Daylight ...

That's a thought, but a pistol can only be used on a range at a gun club here in Ontario, and the incident was on city property so no firearm could be used. I'll just stay away from that area in the future.

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Had 2 coyotes try to take down my Jack Russel for brunch this week. Thankfully, I had remembered to take the dog spray. I know coyotes have to live too , but not my dog.

You are definitely well prepared.

There are the same number of users/guests on line at any moment (See the bottom of the main page) , but I guess they have nothing to say. Had a look at 2 other usually popular gun dog forums and they seem pretty dead too. Either most are hunting or we've got covid depression going on. :( I can't hun...

That link works fine. Looks like a great day!

Couldn't get the link to work Walk 213. Perhaps you could give it another try.

My dog uses rheumacyl. Vet would know the best choice of drugs for certain kinds of pain.

My Brittany Missy came close to winning the 2020 So Cal NSTRA regional. Second is close enough. We were beat by an outstanding 3 yr old GSP out of Rawhide kennels in AZ. In a field of 20 we came in 4th the first day. Next morning, first brace,Field of 10, on frozen ground we had 4 points and 4 retr...

Great pics. Canada is glad to share our geese.

For those who have been asking:

Before we could get the CAT scan done , the tumor has reached the brain; seizures have started.

We'll be putting my buddy down soon. He's only 7; I'd counted on him until 14. Still believe God knows best.

Problem is that it is an eleven year old dog. I have had many old hunting dogs and by11 +- joint pain often becomes a regular, common problem. If the dog wanted to run , I let it run; if it wanted to rest , I let it rest. I did use an anti inflammatory.

Appreciate you gentlemen keeping the politics to a minimum here. Thank you.

Ah, but the birds weren't running. They were tight and after 5 +-minutes took off. Dog relocated. I assume the judges thought my dog took a step which flushed the birds. However, they were just as far away as I was so couldn't see anything really either. I trust my dog to have been right.

Not sure exactly what the gentlemen are referring to. One thing that drives me crazy in American Field trials: The dog is on point. Takes me a bit to get there. The birds flush on their own after maybe 5 minutes . Dog didn't flush them, but may have been pointing too closely initially. After the bir...

You need to give that male assistant a pay - how about some extra cookies? :) Woodcock have pretty much left Ontario so you should see them soon. I'm jealous of your opportunity to have a new pup, Ray. Health problems doesn't permit me to do so. I have to just enjoy hearing about your pup. Don't for...

any ideas for the member Giuseppe?

LOL and very nice IW.

That's very interesting. Sounds premature to me.

No politics here on the forum please, but yes and no. Some stand with their hand on a Black player kneeling to make a point. They did kneel on opening day in July; some kneel in the dug out.

Really nice to be able to enjoy the World Series during this virus year. At least something is normal. Dodgers haven't won since 1988. No Canadian teams this year , but I can still enjoy the game.

" I will say that sometimes this board could be called Grumpy Old Men’s Forum instead of Gun Dog Forum." quote Ratdog

LOl My lips are sealed.

Members: The Mods and administrator are dealing with this issue.

That is beautiful ; that dog is getting his last enticing smell.

Could you please post the link to that thread Sir? I can't find it. I think my posts don't go back to 2015.

to kninebirddog

You have made a tremendous contribution to this forum over the years; enjoy your day.

LOL Well there. LOL I love your pics. IW. Thanks for posting them.

That's a very interesting post. I always muzzle my jrt at the vet - he doesn't like men- and I know my vet appreciates it.

and point #2 is that many people are afraid of dogs- like my sister in law. To see a dog coming at them is terrifying.

I could never borrow anybody's dog; if something bad happened I could never forgive myself.

funny ? vest story: I had my Jack Russell and setter out in the fields. The JRT was in a vest ( body close to the ground). The setter has never seen him in a vest before. The setter picked the JRT up by the vest and took off. I was scared to death that I was going to find my JRT with broken legs. Th...

I support the thought that roading a dog under a year old is unwise. 14-16 months is recommended. Running in the field is far different from a forced pace in a roading harness. https://www.google.com/search?q=damaged+growth+plates+in+puppies&rlz=1C1CHBF_enCA814CA814&oq=growth+plates+in+puppies&aqs=c...

Thank you.

Wash well, apply petroleum jelly ( thickly) , put on a sock + Elizabethan collar. You can run your dog with pad covers in the future. https://petcentral.chewy.com/solutions-for-caring-for-cracked-dog-paw/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CClean%20the%20pads%20with%20a,irritation%20and%20an%20upset%20tummy.%E2%80%9D

A few drops on his head wouldn't hurt ; don't let it run into his eyes. I also use Nexguard and rarely see a tick.

Sounds like you have some wonderful memories. Sorry for your loss.

Well done Tess!

Good picture!

Good to feel your excitement and joy in your posts.

Good for you!

Well, it is a low grade tumor.....Apocrine adenomas in a sweat gland. Very uncommon. They grow slowly and there is no chance of recurrence following Cat scan, surgical extirpation. He sees the specialist surgeon on Nov.11
Appreciate the PMs/posts I've received; thank you.

Very true. Thank goodness that GPS units are now available. I have a bad memory of finding a beagle hung up/dead on a fence.

I loved trials for all the reasons Ray mentioned. Made some great friends, won some trials, and saw some amazing dog work. Miss it big time.

For me , as long as the dog was holding the bird till I got there, it didn't matter how far out he/she was.

today's info from the vet: Problem isn't just on the bone but in the skull. Tumor or cyst?? Find out next week.

update:

not cancer.....FNAs done twice- biopsy/chest x ray next, as the lump is accompanied by heavy duty coughing/choking.

We'll know Friday. Could be blastomycosis.

I'm no expert, but having just read your post, I wouldn't use that e collar at all around bird activity- even circling.

Well , we're back at stage 1. It was not Masticatory Myositis. Lump on his head is still the size of a big plum. A new blood/fluid test has been sent to a pathologist. Expecting the results maybe to day or Monday. Cancer is now a possibility ; I hope not, but trying to prepare mentally for whatever....

Don't give up! That dog has tremendous skills. Keep working with the trainer. If it is not ready for hunting this Fall, so be it. There are many Falls ahead - Lord willing.

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