New GSP owner,hoping to find a training mentor near KC, MO

osceola · Post by **osceola** » Thu Nov 30, 2006 4:37 pm

I have been hunting for over twenty five years and have just discovered the great sport of hunting with a pointer. I am the proud owner of a 3 1/2 month old GSP.

I am hoping to train him myself to help with expenses but I am hoping to find someone who might enjoy helping me out. I have read several good books but still feel a mentor could offer years of experience and great help.

I live in Raytown, MO which is pretty much the same as Kansas City. If you would be interested I would be eternally grateful. Hopefully in some way I could return the favor.

Thank you

tfbirddog2 · Post by **tfbirddog2** » Thu Nov 30, 2006 8:24 pm

I can send lots of pheasent wings ifd like.

mrsb73122 · Post by **mrsb73122** » Thu Nov 30, 2006 8:25 pm

You might check out the Big Muddy NAVHDA club. There are several people that live around the KC area. Here is their website: www.bigmuddynavhda.org

LSKGSPs · Post by **LSKGSPs** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 12:52 am

Right in your backyard.....Jon and Cindy Hann at Perfection. One of the very best.

http://www.perfectionkennel.com/

Donnerhund GWP · Post by **Donnerhund GWP** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 1:15 am

I can tell you our local NAVHDA chapter - Wasatch Mountain- has been golden to me. We meet 1 or 2 nights weekly from March through August for club training. I"ll bet your local chapter does something similar.

TrueBlu Shorthairs · Post by **TrueBlu Shorthairs** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 1:51 pm

I'll second Jon Hann and offer Keith Gulledge at Blue Dawn kennels in Madison, KS, 620-437-2929 also. You might also contact the Heart of America GSP club in KC. Where did you get your pup????

I used to live in Overland Park and then Lenexa 15 years ago. Still love the CHIEFS!!

osceola · Post by **osceola** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 6:51 am

Thank you for everyone who has responded. I purchased the dog from an indiviual in Kansas City. His bloodline includes BlueMax Spitfire V Grief and quite a few other champions. I will be contacting the local NAVHDA Chapter in my area and see what I can discover.

I have heard a lot about Perfection Kennels and they seem to be top notch. I am still hoping to train him myself before looking into sending him away. This still may be a consideration though.

Wish me luck on my attempts to help my dog bring out all its natural skills.

llewgor · Post by **llewgor** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 9:57 am

Perfection kennels also has 2 excellent DVDs that you maybe interested in. Good luck

Haile · Post by **Haile** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 10:44 am

Brian Long. Honest dependable guy.

TrueBlu Shorthairs · Post by **TrueBlu Shorthairs** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 1:35 pm

I commend you on wanting to train the dog yourself. I would guess that Jon and Keith would offer "lessons" that would teach you and the dog. Most pros offer deals like that...around $30 a lesson or so.

Post by **topher40** » Mon Dec 18, 2006 10:28 pm

Osceola -
I sent you a Private Message.

stonegripper · Post by **stonegripper** » Sat Dec 23, 2006 5:54 am

I suggest you call Bryan Long in Maryville. He's a great trainer and a true bird hunter at heart. GSPs are his specialty. Not a far drive from Metro KC to his place. He can read a young dog better than most out there and will be honest on your dogs abilities/limitations. Good Luck!

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