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I know most of the posts here are about Field Trials & Hunt Tests, but who says gundogs can't do obedience? Sunday May 23rd was a great "brag" day for Ricochet GSPs yesterday as both Mother & Son earned the last legs of their respective obedience titles. Curlew (FC/AFC Ricochet's Lightning Feather S...

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I was driving home to the Tulsa area (Sapulpa) on Saturday May 15th from near Mountianburg, AR to visit a friend and see the mountains. I stopped at the Pilot in Roland, OK just before 10:00 PM to buy some fuel, and stretch my legs/get a bottle of water. I had 2 dogs in plastic kennels in the bed o...

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In the best interest of the dog I would wait until July of next year when you know more if your still going to travel or not. If you plan to use this new Weim for hunting I would think you would need lots of training time that you would't have this year that your may have next year once your settle...

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We're big on EVO Turkey Chicken Large Bites. Our dog was getting twice as much Exceed (4 cups) and was waaaay to skinny. Plus there was plenty of "waste product". He's getting about 1/2 as much EVO (2 1/4 cups) with a shiner coat, more muscle, and far less waste. Do your homework & decide for yourse...

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Flew down to florida for the GSP nationals friday and saturday then flew home sunday morning just in time to run Kobe in masters at the Central Wisconsin Vizsla club's hunt test. Kobe passed his 5th and final leg making him AM/CAN Ch Honey Run's Shifting Gears MH NAI! Next up for kobe Obedience and...

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Anyone have information on Revolution?

Apparently it's for fleas, ticks & heartworm. But it's only available through a vet.

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My heart goes out to you & your wife.

People sometimes forget that healthcare professionals are human too.

May you all find peace & solace.

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I'm new to field trialing and handling dogs. I don't have access to a ATV or horse to condition dogs with. Realistically is it possible to get a dog in condition to run in hour events if your conditioning them with a bike (pulling in a roading harness attached to the bike). Any recommendations on a...

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News has broken that Proctor and Gamble will be buying out Natura Pet Products makers of Innova, California Natural, Health Wise, EVO, and Karma brands http://www.pginvestor.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=104574&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=1422726 On the dog food forum I also frequent there is quite the hullabaloo ...

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Anyone attending the GSPCA National Specialty Event in Gainesville FL, May 7-16?

Just wondering,

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I remember seeing some discussion and concern on the forum over a federal law banning videos showing animal cruelty. There was a fear that hunting or dog training videos or shows could come under fire. The law was intended to stop certain fetish videos where women crush small animals with their fee...

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We've always used K9 Advantix, esp since our dog is running in the woods every day here in FL.That being said, has anyone used Biospot? Is it as good as the K9 Advantix? Just wondering, because the Advantix is really getting up there in price. The last placed I ordered it from for a 6 month supply i...

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I know the last snake you want to get bitten by is an Eastern Diamondback. That snake has some really nasty venom. And unfortunately, the existing vaccine doesn't offer much protection against the eastern. Yes, I think we talked about this the previous time this subject came up. When Zio was bitten...

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I know the last snake you want to get bitten by is an Eastern Diamondback. That snake has some really nasty venom. And unfortunately, the existing vaccine doesn't offer much protection against the eastern. Yes, I think we talked about this the previous time this subject came up. When Zio was bitten...

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TROLL!!!!

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Although your point is valid, in this case it's kind of a moot point, as we are trying to have a common measurement method: apples to apples, so to speak. That is why I indicated I was feed X cups of Brand A vs X cups of Brand B with the aforementioned results. In a previous thread we analyzed it p...

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People keep talking about getting the cheapest food possible when it should be noted that cheap does not always equate to less expensive. We switched our GSP from 4 cups of Exceed to 2, 2 1/2 cups of Innova EVO with definite positive results. I think we're all pretty much on the same page here but ...

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mcbosco wrote:sub,

have you tried the new Evo Herring formula?

Nope... you?

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"This point has been made many times but - for others that may happen to read this thread just remember that the cost of feeding is the cost/pound times the weight of the food needed to keep the dog in good condition. After switching foods to a relatively good quality but lower cost per pound altern...

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might try asking your local vet if he will match that price for you. many will, and you could save yourself the shipping cost, plus keep your $$ in the states. might help him be a little more likely to answer the phone in the middle of the night, too, if need be.... :wink: I was thinking that mysel...

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co1651 wrote:How much proofing do you sugguest the same week of a test, I'm trying to avoid putting too much pressure on the dog?????

None.

Go out & have fun.

JMHO,

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However, would you be willing to post a link to your source? It would be good to have access to one that a fellow board member has a history with. Thanks! I use http://www.deadfleaz.com I usually get what I need pretty quickly. (approx 7-10 days) I just order as soon as I give the last dose so I ha...

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I did a lot of research on this and still never felt entirely comfortable with the generics so I just found a cheaper place to buy Heartgard from. You can purchase it in Australia without a Rx. Even with shipping cost it is still much cheaper than anywhere else. It takes about 10 days or so to arri...

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First of all, I'd like to thank all the "unsung heroes" who gave their time & effort to help us with our first Hunt Test. People like Becky, Todd, Len, Debbie, the Gunners, and probably many others I haven't mentioned. I would also like to thank the Judges: Denise, Don, William, and Sue. And lastly,...

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The time has come for us to get a new supply of Heartguard Plus chewables for Zio. However, I keep seeing generics of this available for a much lower price. Has anyone had experience with them? Does the dog take them as readily as the name brand? Any pros/cons? Your feedback is greatly appreciated. ...

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I'm so proud of Pearce & Zio scoring 2nd and 3rd in two recent Amateur Gun Dog Field Trials that I had to post this picture of them displaying their ribbons: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=242266&id=100000194313511 We're also working hard on CDX, but so far it's eluded us. Apparently Zio thin...

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The Event is this weekend.

Hope we got it right!

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First of all, I just want to thank everyone for there kind words! That is what makes this forum great. Sometimes we disagree with each other about this and that. But the same guy you get in a pissing match with the day before is wishing you luck with your dog today. That is what makes the bird dog ...

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So, two dogs are hunting the same hedge row. One on one side and one on the other. The first dog goes ridged upon scenting a bobwhite and the other dog follows suit shortly thereafter. As this is a field trial, the first dogs gets the find and the second dogs is dq'd for stealing point. The judges,...

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A Snake Proofing Clinic is being held Sat April 17th at Wild Wings Farm in Madison, FL.

First Time dogs: $40.00
Retest: $35.00

Contact Gail Larson at gaillarson@bellsouth.net or Rick Koenig at rkoenig@bellsouth.net for registration form & a map.

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The Mid-Florida Brittany Club is holding a Field Trail March 26-28, 2010 at the Masaryktown Trial Grounds in Marsaryktown FL (US Hwy 41S, 5 mi N of SR 52). Closing date: Monday March 22, 2010 @ 6:00 pm Contact: Jeannie Halloron, Field Secretary: 10408 Park Ridge-Gotha Rd. Windermere FL. 34786. Phon...

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when I use the Dremel , I don't grind in one complete operation. I do one toe then the one next to it when I have done the last on that paw I go back to the first toe to finish.Even with a good dog it is hard to clip dark nails without ever going to short. Very true. And it's best not to do a const...

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Just a reminder....

The closing date for this event is coming up fast!

Please contact me at the email provided in the original post if you want a premium.

Hope to see you there,

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phermes1 wrote:I'm pleased to announce our first AFC. Shooter won a 3 point Amateur Gun Dog retrieving major at the Tampa Bay Vizsla Club field trial this weekend to finish.
He is now DC AFC Valley Hunter's Southern Comfort CD MH NAJ VC.

A big congrats to both of you! Well done!

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Wow... great story & pics to boot! Interesting to see how they feet are feathered for good snow traction.

We're originally from Canada & Pearce has hunted grouse & other birds not found down here in the SE, but not Ptarmigan. Are they good eating?

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I bought the Nikon D5000 at Christmas time and love it. I am certainly inexperienced enough to not be giving advice, but the difference in zoom ability and clarity in the DLR's with interchangeable lenses versus the regular digitals is huge. Best Buy and stores like that will usually have combo sal...

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Ok everyone... Here's a link to the HT info: http://www.gundogforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=90&t=22440 It's also up on AKC, but they got some of the info wrong for the 2nd day. Hopefully, they'll clear that up ASAP. :roll: Anyone who wants a Premium emailed to them, please contact me via the email...

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Sub, curious didnt you get the rattle snake vaccine? I just got the first round about 10 days ago. where will the hunt test be? I am going to try and make it. jerry Hi Jerry, I was told by several local vets that since none of the indigenous rattlers were used to make the vaccine, that it was not u...

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The North Florida GSP Club is holding a Hunt Test March 6 & 7 at the Masaryktown Trial Grounds in Marsaryktown FL (US Hwy 41S, 5 mi N of SR 52) Closing date: Monday March 1, 2010 @ 6:00 pm Contact: Cheryl Applebaum, Field Secretary: 19252 Meadow Pine Drive, Tampa, FL. 33647, Phone: (813) 910-2389. ...

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good point FLA its an all year round thing...hey did you see lizards hanging from the trees a few weeks ago when it was cold? Frankly, it looks like we're headed for another cold snap this week. And no, haven't seen lizards or frogs for weeks now, due to the uncommonly cold conditions. And because ...

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Well, we finally got the ok from AKC to run the Hunt Test. I'll be posting detail to the Events section very soon.

Thanks to everyone for the great advice. I hope we can put it to good use.

Pax,

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Unfortunately, "Winter" is a whole different animal here in FL. A very reliable source told us of still seeing a lot of flea infestations, so we use the K9 Advantix year round down here.

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Only a week to go until the trip to Georgia for a quail hunt...I am starting to get pumped. Going to be a long ride from Da U.P. but it will be nice to be in a different climate for awhile. :mrgreen: WITH TONGUE FIRMLY PLANTED IN CHEEK, AS A FORMER GA RESIDENT I PRESENT THE FOLLOWING: - Boiled pean...

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Oh brother Give me a break it is bad enough these fruit cakes what to make non hunting vegans out of all of us now, they want to turn our dogs in to vegans and what is worse petco is going to carry it.... http://www.petproductnews.com/headlines/2010/02/03/hsus-enters-pet-food-market-with-humane-cho...

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To me, since some pro's on this board and elsewhere, suggested there can be problems--I have not put much effort into SIT with my pointing dogs. My 2.5 yr old dog will sit only on command, but it has not been drilled into her as many folks do, and she will not sit automatically during heeling or re...

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You just reminded me how little I miss snow.

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nobody is saying a pointing dog shouldn't be taught to sit, if that is what you want. However, to avoid potential problems later, it is best to wait until he has learned his other basic yard work commands before being taught to sit. For instance, when you begin whoa training, and the dog sits becau...

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I agree. Zio is our first hunting dog. He is obedience trained (currently at CD & we're going for his CDX shortly). He's never had the problem of "sitting" in the field. Doesn't seem to be hurting his hunting instinct or trainability: he just got 2nd in Amateur Gun Dog in a field of 16 dogs." You h...

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I just got a 2 yr. old GSP female who has previously been on a grain-free(Orijen) diet. I would rather not pay the cost for it, and I am not yet convinced I need to. She was not fed this for any medical reason, it was just the choice of the previous owner. What effects/problems would a switch to fo...

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Lets see..........same old arguements. Teach a dog to sit and it'll sit on point when pressure is put on. Teach a dog HERE, and he won't range out. Teaching a dog WHOA has no value. An electric collar masks genetic faults. Don't teach a pointing dog DOWN. Don't teach a dog HEEL or he'll stay too cl...

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