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by Ruffshooter
Tue Feb 05, 2013 1:08 pm
Forum: Brags
Topic: Star's Framed FC Certificate
Replies: 12
Views: 4314

Re: Star's Framed FC Certificate

Very nice; Love a dog with heart.
Hope she heals up well.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Tue Feb 05, 2013 11:11 am
Forum: Legislation & Hunting Rights
Topic: Concealed carry
Replies: 35
Views: 31952

Re: Concealed carry

Need to check laws. Here we need to do a CCC Concealed carry class. Laws and liabilities and such. In fact had a brain farrrrrt last year and for got to renew. Because it was so many months ago, I need to do the class again. I am scheduled for this Thurs to do the Maine one and the Utah one. Thanks ...
by Ruffshooter
Sat Feb 02, 2013 6:35 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: UTV motor question.
Replies: 9
Views: 6404

Re: UTV motor question.

One thing to think about: Deisel will gel up in cold weather and may not start. If you are camping with it or up country like around here.
by Ruffshooter
Fri Feb 01, 2013 5:58 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: New to the site
Replies: 9
Views: 2907

Re: New to the site

Welcome aboard.
Is that An Innotek collar?
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Thu Jan 31, 2013 2:30 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: NAVHDA Training
Replies: 30
Views: 10222

Re: NAVHDA Training

The dead quail is usually used as a last resort to get the pup in the water.
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 30, 2013 8:28 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: Proud to announce a new addition to our kennel
Replies: 5
Views: 3051

Re: Proud to announce a new addition to our kennel

Max is a handsome boy. Looks like he is wondering whats up?
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 30, 2013 8:25 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: GSP v. Lab
Replies: 16
Views: 5317

Re: GSP v. Lab

Depending on where you are from:
Cold climate or hot:
The GSP will work very well for what your intent is. They duck hunt down into 30's, Some colder, just need to keep them out of the wind and not sitting in the water for the hunt.
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 30, 2013 6:40 am
Forum: Training
Topic: NAVHDA Training
Replies: 30
Views: 10222

Re: NAVHDA Training

Did not read all the other posts. Many clubs will have a bunch of different types and sizes of bumpers and a dead quail ready just in case. We have plastic, canvas and I think a dokens quail. They do not have to retrieve to pass. Just have to swim twice. They will have you throw the bumper about 10 ...
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 30, 2013 6:34 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
Replies: 23
Views: 7840

Re: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

Hand Calculated.
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 28, 2013 11:35 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Rock River LAR 47
Replies: 16
Views: 7261

Re: Rock River LAR 47

I have decided: I think, Maybe I am going to go with the M10 7.62X51/308. Having all the same ammo appeals to me>>>> I already own 308 for my hunting rifle with scope. I have a Ruger Scout 308 on order for a brush gun. I do not really like scopes. I still like the Idea of the LAR47 over the Mini 30,...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 28, 2013 8:28 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
Replies: 23
Views: 7840

Re: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

My Cummins is an 04, has a Sunbelt or Sun something Shift kit, a Heavier torgue converter, I put in a posi track (that dropped my mileage) and it has a a Super Chip unit that for winter is in tow mode then most of the rest of the year unless towing the job trailer, I need to baby it to get 19 on hig...
by Ruffshooter
Sun Jan 27, 2013 11:59 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
Replies: 23
Views: 7840

Re: 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

Well, I do not own one but did sleep at a Motel 6 last night :roll: . My buddy has two, a one ton and a 1/2 ton. He gets 21mph on the highway with the one ton. He said most of the time it is around average of 18. I have a Cummins 5.9 Turbo that got about the same till I changed the rear end added we...
by Ruffshooter
Thu Jan 24, 2013 6:54 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Dr Tim's Dog Foods
Replies: 176
Views: 65813

Re: Dr Tim's Dog Foods

Dr. Tim: Did not mean to imply that about what you have done. I know we make changes that better fit our customers and our production as we grow our business. (Going through the same thing with my BBQ sauce packaging.) I more thinking in general large producer of foods I used to get. Or maybe it is ...
by Ruffshooter
Thu Jan 24, 2013 6:13 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Responsible Firearms ownership
Replies: 193
Views: 44856

Re: Responsible Firearms ownership

Neil You are right. It was not to restrict religion just to keep the State/Fed from instituting State religion and dictating your religious beliefs. Pretty simple as is most of the constitution and bill of rights. Says nothing about public shools or public displays of religion. It is all the Libs th...
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 23, 2013 12:13 pm
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Dr Tim's Dog Foods
Replies: 176
Views: 65813

Re: Dr Tim's Dog Foods

Why can't all dog manufacturers just sell feed in 50 pound bags. Why does it need to be 44 or 37? I do not like that marketing plan trying to make is seem like prices have not gone up.

DR. Tim:
Do you have any customers here in Maine?
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 23, 2013 11:49 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Rock River LAR 47
Replies: 16
Views: 7261

Rock River LAR 47

Any one seen this new brew of a Gun? It is an AR type Frame, blended with an AK47 receiver an the 7.62X39 round. I first saw it in Guns and Ammo. How well are the Rock River guns made? How reliable? Customer Service? I have read some good reviews of them. This firearm is a long lead time I know they...
by Ruffshooter
Tue Jan 22, 2013 5:52 am
Forum: Training
Topic: I'm getting too old for this !
Replies: 16
Views: 5567

Re: I'm getting too old for this !

www.gundogsupply.com

The wonder lead is good tool for the intro for the corrections and modifications and use of a CC. It is an expensive piece of Rope.
That is a nice looking little Pup. I like it when they want to go like that.
by Ruffshooter
Tue Jan 22, 2013 5:33 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Responsible Firearms ownership
Replies: 193
Views: 44856

Re: Responsible Firearms ownership

All firearms dealers must perform back ground checks for any firearm they sell. Not sure but I am 99% sure if you are private citizen having a booth at a gun show you are not required to perform a Back ground check. Please understand, this is for discussion. And i am speaking of the current Instant ...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 21, 2013 5:33 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Responsible Firearms ownership
Replies: 193
Views: 44856

Re: Responsible Firearms ownership

Neil: I understand It would not stop the latest killings, but what it helps and I say helps is the purchase of weapons by criminals from us legal citizens, It may have some effect on the reduction of weapons purchased with out checks. I know the Chinese, Mexican and other places are smuggling fire a...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 21, 2013 4:14 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Responsible Firearms ownership
Replies: 193
Views: 44856

Re: Responsible Firearms ownership

If you are a gun owner you should be a member of the NRA. Nothing about registration sounds good, nothing at all. I do think there needs to be some kind of solution to making it more difficult for criminals to get guns, granted I realize that they will find a way to get them no matter what we do. I...
by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 18, 2013 2:26 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Responsible Firearms ownership
Replies: 193
Views: 44856

Re: Responsible Firearms ownership

Gun education would not stop the nut jobs, criminals, or terrorist that do the mass shooting. Not all gun owners are hunters. Any person who picks up a gun knows what it is used for. Killing of people (not including war or self defense) is done by people that do not care, not normal citizens. A gun ...
by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 18, 2013 8:55 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: At last .... a hunting dog !
Replies: 8
Views: 4189

Re: At last .... a hunting dog !

Bill: That is great. Wish I could watch you work dogs like that. Nice job on both of you.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 16, 2013 6:30 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Female GSP Squatting to pee often
Replies: 24
Views: 9844

Re: Female GSP Squatting to pee often

birddog1968 wrote:some females are markers just like some males....
This is what I was thinking too. Some also are sniffing around while the Pee and do not finish or even start and move on to something else and then HAVE to go.

I have two in each catogory, each GSP.
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 16, 2013 6:27 am
Forum: Training
Topic: happy training
Replies: 11
Views: 3795

Re: happy training

Your dog a lab or retriever of some kind? Well in all honesty, the training is the work the dog wants, It is up to you to keep it controlled and without anger from you. The dog likes to retrieve, that is its fun. That is the reward. Play breaks can mess up proper training, because it is not controll...
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 16, 2013 6:22 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Pocket Knife Recommendation
Replies: 38
Views: 13749

Re: Pocket Knife Recommendation

I never had much use for any knife that did not have a wood handle and did not say Schrade. My deer knife is still the Old Timer fixed blade. Never liked most pocket knives. Alway seemed bulky and could feel them in my pocket all day. But I was in a pinch one day out hunting forgot my knife and stop...
by Ruffshooter
Tue Jan 15, 2013 6:37 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: About lost my best dog today!
Replies: 43
Views: 19377

Re: About lost my best dog today!

Looks like he is in good hands with lots of TLC.
Glad he is doing so well and not really traumatized... I would have been.
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 4:02 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Grouse hunters, are tracking collars worth it?
Replies: 30
Views: 11149

Re: Grouse hunters, are tracking collars worth it?

As far as loosing signal. Why is it when I had a Rhino and now my etrex they loose signal often and you have to find the opening?> Why are the astros different? I use the beeper only and a bell now. I have pretty good luck. I guess, I just do not like gadgets. Maybe that is why I resist so much. It ...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 3:55 pm
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Circling the bird, do you know how to train for it?
Replies: 104
Views: 49907

Re: Circling the bird, do you know how to train for it?

A dog that has the sense to circle a bird is a smart dog. It is trying to keep the bird from getting away and not make it flush. That is something in the dog something that is part of that particular dog. Can you train for it? Not sure how you can and I believe you can train for many odd situations ...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 6:44 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Horrible Year for Pets, R.I.P
Replies: 9
Views: 3239

Re: Horrible Year for Pets, R.I.P

Sorry for all the loses: Sometimes timing is not kind.
Well wishes.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 6:40 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Missing Vizsla- Oklahoma -FOUND
Replies: 18
Views: 5557

Re: Missing Vizsla- Oklahoma -FOUND

Glad she is home: Dogs know where the good deals are.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 6:35 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: About lost my best dog today!
Replies: 43
Views: 19377

Re: About lost my best dog today!

Man, that had to be one of the most horrible 10 second of your life hearing that commotion, then having your Blitz come to you like that. Real glad he is making it to recovery. Please keep us informed as to his well being. Good luck. I have not had the attack happen but had an encounter. This was ma...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 6:07 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: lost my hunting buddy
Replies: 16
Views: 3529

Re: lost my hunting buddy

Sorry, for the loss. Saddens me every time I read one of these.
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 14, 2013 5:59 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coyotes and Dogs
Replies: 225
Views: 96883

Re: Coyotes and Dogs

All the coyotes I have seen in UT, ID, NV and WY are about 20-25 lbs. I cant imagine a 50lb coyote, though I would bet there was something else mixed in! Most of what you find up here ranging from 35 pounds 45 pounds but some to 60 pounds, I know of a couple, one of which I saw, that was 65 pounds....
by Ruffshooter
Thu Jan 10, 2013 8:15 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coyotes and Dogs
Replies: 225
Views: 96883

Re: Coyotes and Dogs

We just moved to 10 acres and I saw some coyote prints on the other side of my backyard fence last week. Pretty sure they were coyote prints as they matched perfectly what I found online, didn't match my dogs', and the spot I found them would be an awfully difficult place for a neighbor's dog to ju...
by Ruffshooter
Thu Jan 10, 2013 8:11 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Coyotes and Dogs
Replies: 225
Views: 96883

Re: Coyotes and Dogs

keep the dog away from them, but if you saw a coyote during the day not leaving its probably sick, and it wont go near a human, unless its sick, so stay away from it unless its where you live you should be fine unless you keep seeing it. if its near your home, shoot it Isaac and Banks Coyotes are g...
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 09, 2013 8:09 am
Forum: Health and Nutrition
Topic: Dr Tim's Dog Foods
Replies: 176
Views: 65813

Re: Dr Tim's Dog Foods

dr tim wrote: Rob Downey makes Annamaet, a very good line of dog foods. .
I thought he is IRON MAN. :mrgreen:
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 09, 2013 6:20 am
Forum: Training
Topic: pointing
Replies: 60
Views: 11899

Re: pointing

He is just running busting birds he is about 7 months old. These are birds I set out trying to work him into the scent so that he will smell it and hopefully slow down and try to creep up on it and eventually point. Labman: I did not read all the posts as most of them PO'ed me. First: I would defin...
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 09, 2013 6:06 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?
Replies: 11
Views: 6194

Re: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?

T&G is better: Do not use a drywall screw, use a deck screw. The heads can pop off drywall screws on a floor. Also, you generally will glue the plywood down with a subfloor adhesive. If using a air framing gun or gas powered nail gun, when glueing the floor a galvanized 8d ring shank nail works well...
by Ruffshooter
Tue Jan 08, 2013 6:44 am
Forum: Hunting
Topic: Grouse hunters, are tracking collars worth it?
Replies: 30
Views: 11149

Re: Grouse hunters, are tracking collars worth it?

Question of ignorance: How are hearing aids with guns? In other words can you make your ears even worse? I have often wondered about the GPS in tight cover with a canopy over head. Heard all different opinions. It is what keeps me from buying a Garmin or sportek. I know my GPS has a hard time in the...
by Ruffshooter
Tue Jan 08, 2013 6:35 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?
Replies: 11
Views: 6194

Re: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?

There are poured footers with block on top of them and the floor's frame is wresting on the blocks. I've never heard of Advantec. This stuff is just the standard particle board you buy when you want something cheap. The subfloor especially under the window and door openings are rotted and weak. The...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 07, 2013 7:48 am
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?
Replies: 11
Views: 6194

Re: Replacing OSB subfloor with three-quarter inch ply?

It would be helpful to post photos. But, Is the OSB actually nailed to the concrete or to the framing that sits on the concrete? One Before residing to replacing what is under the walls, What type OSB, Is it advantec or another exterior type sheathing? Second, test what is under neath. Take your ski...
by Ruffshooter
Mon Jan 07, 2013 6:20 am
Forum: Brags
Topic: Pointing Dog Cover
Replies: 16
Views: 8086

Re: Pointing Dog Cover

Very cool and very nice looking pointer.
That is the kind of point I like to see. That gives direction, intensity, and class.
He captured your boy near as good as life.
Congrats.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 04, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Renovating (and adding a gabled roof) to a stone house.
Replies: 8
Views: 6303

Re: Renovating (and adding a gabled roof) to a stone house.

Stone You got a photo of the interior and exterior including the existing roof structure. I am sure we can figure a way to get you in the correct direction.

I am a contractor for 30 plus years.
Rick
by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 04, 2013 12:12 pm
Forum: Off Topic Forum
Topic: Occupations
Replies: 239
Views: 156385

Re: Occupations

I am a pastor That was a hard one to figure. :lol: :lol: Thanks for your work. Actually to all of you. Thanks for what you do. Such diverse back grounds of folks that all contribute in some manner to our country and freedom. To all of the Service persons, first responders. You are always appreciate...
by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 04, 2013 12:09 pm
Forum: Training
Topic: can a gsp duck hunt
Replies: 31
Views: 14267

Re: can a gsp duck hunt

They love it. This is in Maine. Temps about 40 this day.
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by Ruffshooter
Fri Jan 04, 2013 11:40 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Wow Cabelas Service
Replies: 8
Views: 2725

Re: Wow Cabelas Service

They are a bit over priced but being as impatient as I am it works for me. Not to mention I do as little shopping on line as possible.

I will not go to LLBeans or purchase anything there. Really do not like the place.
by Ruffshooter
Wed Jan 02, 2013 9:57 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Wow Cabelas Service
Replies: 8
Views: 2725

Wow Cabelas Service

Now talk about honest and just plain integrity. On the Friday before Christmas, I still had not done any Christmas shopping. So on my way home from MA with a load of materials, I stopped at Cabelas in Scarborough, ME I got a cart loaded it with stuff, stopped at the jewelry counter, got help with a ...
by Ruffshooter
Thu Dec 27, 2012 7:27 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: What is an AA pointer?
Replies: 134
Views: 36316

Re: What is an AA pointer?

The best answer is, GO WATCH ONE. Dont watch some guys dog that "says" this is an AA dog. Go with someone that does it, that has placements with their dogs, and you WILL know the difference within a matter of seconds. Not AA but back in 02 I went to ND NAVHDA VC to watch. I was at a point and reall...
by Ruffshooter
Sat Dec 22, 2012 7:28 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Finds the birds, but doesn't retrieve
Replies: 18
Views: 6341

Re: Finds the birds, but doesn't retrieve

Yeah: you do not really have problem. What have your really done with retrieving drills that involve birds? You have a dog that actually likes the birds, grabbed a cripple etc. The pup is only 9 months. Once the pups prey drive, bird desire, what ever you want to call is real strong. Learn how to FF...
by Ruffshooter
Sat Dec 22, 2012 7:25 am
Forum: Training
Topic: Your Training Weakness
Replies: 28
Views: 7486

Re: Your Training Weakness

Some times I do not step back. Then the next time I may be a little hesitant to push forward. The other that used to happen in the begining years ago, was taking things personal.. You know getting POed. if the dog did not get something the way I thought it should. Now time is my enemy. and loss of m...