A little recap of last week in Michigan and a episode that normally are only sent to my Patreon Patrons. Uncut, Unfiltered and honest stories of the many dogs I have owned and loved.

As promised, Jordan returns to the show to give us a 360 degree view of hunting birds in Alaska. From the interior to the coast, access is everywhere and so are the birds, but the logistics of hunting, training and just owning bird dogs in Alaska are the real tests of how dedicated one needs to be a wingshooter in The Last Frontier! 

Danielle Prewett joins me and my daughter Jessi to talk cooking, hunting, calories and birds dogs. Something I never thought about when I started hunting. Celebrating a hunt with a recipe that adds to the memories, is worth the effort.  Her new book will give you a guide to make wild game into the meal it deserves.

Amelia operates Bad Habit Kennels. It may sound like she works with rescue dogs, but it is quite the opposite. She trains and campaigns Field trial Springers and Cockers. In a relatively short time, Amelia has put her mark on the Flushing dog trials. 

Next year, The Hunting Dog Film festival will premier in Kansas City. While 30,000 plus hunters converge at Pheasant Fest. This event will feature the best short films about hunting with our dogs. 

Matt Frank took a path with his pup that most folks never attempt. He signed his pup up with three different hunting test organizations.  We go over the results and compare his notes on how his pup did.     

My buddy and favorite returning guest, Dave Utzinger came over to talk "next dog"  So we broke out Koshyk's epic book Pointing Dogs volume one and went thru all of them for their versatility rating. With stories of our dogs mixed in. If you don't love this episode, you don't love dogs!!

A celebration in the woods! Its the kickoff for Michigan grouse season. If you want to learn what it takes to hunt grouse, or just want to hang out with a bunch like minded folks, this ones for you!

Ben Jones and Jon Steigerwalt join me to talk about expansion of RGS, healthy forests and their bird dogs!

Experienced dog handlers, Trent and Heather Hardy, Ted Bienemann, and Scott Goldman talk with Ron Boehme about their experiences raising puppies in their first year. The panel covers a variety of questions and each answer based on their own experiences and education. Want to watch instead? Click below! https://youtu.be/pwrwt5s6514   Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast   Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/   Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com   Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast   Connect with me on Social: Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

OnX assembled the panel to give a Master Class. From summer dog training, to feeding, to conditioning. You name it we covered it.  Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

A new neighbor moved in last year. I saw a Beagle on his mailbox and thought who is this guy? Turns out he's another one of us. Dog nuts, dog crazy and loves his pack to sleep under the covers! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

After attending a memorial service for a long time friend, who was an incredible upland hunter and top shelf friend, I reconnected with a bunch of friends that I haven't seen in quite sometime. So of course we hung out and turned on the recorder!

More than the dogs, more than the birds. It's the friends we make along the way that put the icing on the cake!!

Garmin knocks it out of the park again! Rehan Nana and Patrick Bowman joined me to talk about the new Garmin LTE system. We also talk about our dogs last season and the one the one we're looking forward to soon! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

Jennifer joins me to talk about her new book and why she wrote it. Helping people to understand and communicate with their dogs is why "Trained dogs live better lives"  

Ben from OnX joins me to chat about what we all love, finding new places to chase birds is something we can do anytime with OnX Hunt at our fingertips. We catch up on new dogs, and new hunts from last year. And I reveal my upcoming plan to hunt Sharpies way late into the season.

I am sharing some answers and thoughts from questions that my Patrons asked about testing their dogs in a versatile dog test.

After a three day judging assignment, we had a roundtable discussion about hunt testing and how it helps us, our dogs and most importantly the data it give back to breeders to keep improving their breeding programs.

Jon Steigerwaldt from RGS gives us the latest and greatest from the progress made managing our woodlands. We talk logging we talk burning and we talk about what it takes to keep our forests healthy. We also talk a bit about.... our dogs!!

Dr. Joe Spoo took his decades of K9 care and gave us Online vet care that you can have access to anywhere anytime. The Gun Dog Doc, has an online course that covers just about anything you may encounter in the field. From tailgate exams to emergency first aid. This program will give you the the feeling of having your dogs doctor with you on every hunt!   

Durrell and I have had hours of conversation over the phone and at events, but we never recorded any of them until now. His journey in the dog world doesn't cover decades, but his location help him by living near and meeting with some of the best Dogmen in the country. With mentors like that, you get an education, and knowledge.

Jack Butler is back in the boot business !  Well he never really was out, It just took some digging to bring another quality product to the good old USA. 

Pat Durkin joins me to talk about media, hunting, growing up in the 60s and a whole bunch more!!

I stopped by a friends place last week, and came home with a 10 month old........ ??????  Just listen. Apparently I needed just one more.

Mike Amman invited me to watch a sharptail lek from a ground blind, and to help set up live traps, with the hope of getting a radio collar on a bird that will help The Wisconsin Sharptail Grouse Society to keep this remnant population on the path to flourishing and expand their range. This is true conservation work, in real time!!

Glen Blackwood stops over to the kennel to catch up on our season and the Woodcock Society's Birthday. 

Cole Cushman doesn't sell outdoor gear, but he does sell something that most of us tend to forget.  Gun & Trophy insurance may be the last thing on our minds before a trip.  Cole walks us through the simple and inexpensive process. And of course we dig into his English Setter that he will never forget.

Brittany French introduces all of us a group that was helping kids, before helping kids was cool!!  Passing it on and paying it forward should be the motto for all of us!

I had to find the combination to the old episode vault. This one jumped out at me like a hound jumping a bear. Way back in the day, I sought out guests that most folks never heard of. Who new that this gold nugget ended up in my pan??

Patrick Berry joins me to talk BHA history, policy, and the future. And of course we go off script to talk about our favorite dogs.  

There was an announcement recently, that you may have missed. Not to worry, I invited  Ben Jones (RGS/AWS) and Andy Edwards (PF/QF) to shed some light on the recent milestone collaboration between the two organizations. Listen, learn and sign up!

Always a great interview with my friend Mike Carpenter. He finds Ruffed Grouse where most fear to tread. If you are looking for a challenge, try hunting the King of the Forest in the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia.

Christine Cunningham and Steve Meyer share their love of Alaska, their dogs and their journey. From the Kenai to the Brooks, these two have worn out some boots with a house and truck full of dogs. If you ever dreamed of making the trip? This might set you on the path to the 49th state.    

Lucas and Jake from Pheasants Forever introduce a new access program in South Dakota! More places for more chases. We talk about the upcoming Pheasant Fest and the newest program in South Dakota. And of course we recap some highlights from last season with our dogs and friends.

Listen up and join up. Ben Jones comes on the podcast to give us the state of the union address on our favorite odd couple of the woods. We catch up on the past year, as well as the leaps and bounds that RGS/AWS have been making in the habitat world we love so much. 

Jackie and Anna return to the kennel and share some stories and some tips from the perspective of the Game Wardens. My friend Trent joins me to ask those questions that you don't think of when you are in the field or on the water. And of course there are a couple arrest stories that confirm the old adage, big deer make people do dumb things!

Rachel Haro gives us the run down on how a college campus can make a difference for habitat and for students. The old saying that youth is wasted on the young, doesn't apply when it comes to a new generation of conservationists! 

Kait and Hayden Dobbins join me to talk about their  journey into the uplands and the low country of the Carolinas. We share some stories about first dogs, first hunts and traveling the country in pursuit of birds and memories. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Behind the Dog Films on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2k53UTdkPY43Wi9OOXmELRbfPiXC3ngQ&si=PvHCwViL9NTjCsLg NAVHDA Natural Ability Test - Water Training Video: https://youtu.be/JZ1XqCvWvWg?si=uf4BmMtTgazxgQLT  Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

Jordan Horak of Cato Outdoors, returns to the podcast to talk about his family and their philosophy on raising kids into the outdoors. We both share some stories about our families , our goals and our passion for hunting with the happiest K-9 on the planet. The English Cocker!! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thehuntingdogpodcast Swag: https://the-hunting-dog-podcast.square.site/

Brent grew up in rural Arkansas in a time when quail were plenty and so were places to chase them. Duck hunting replaced the uplands and now he finds himself lighting up the treetops in search of ring-tailed bandits. 

Alex peacock joins me to talk about the causes and p[ossible fixes for two of the most common and undesirable traits in the K-9 world. Alex is a dog trainer that works with dogs those problems everyday. We can all learn something from this one!

Jennifer is a one of a kind. She owns Quinebaug Kennels. QK is a premier facility in Connecticut. From training to trialing, boarding and grooming, you name it, and QK does it. I was able to meet up with Jennifer this past October in my home state of Michigan. I caught up with her on the last leg of her yearly hunt that started in ND and ended in the U.P. She travels across the country, meeting up with friends and their dogs, and does it in a classic upland fashion.      

Dan Gates from Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, joins us to give us all a wake up call about whats going on in the Rocky Mountain State. It's not good, and if we don't all stand together, we will all fall apart. if we can all rally together, to keep our dog hunting passions aligned, we can leave something to the next generation of dog loving sportsmen.

Pat Johnson left for Alaska over four decades years ago, and has made the drive back home to Michigan almost every year. Typically one of his dogs rides shotgun to keep him company. Bird dogs have been a part of his journey right from the start. We talk about his first dog, his current dog, and a lot of adventures in between.

A couple times a year, I get on the microphone to just say whats on my mind. This one is about how thankful I am. 

I brought Alberto on the podcast after meeting him last spring. Hunting brought him to testing his dog. testing his dog at the highest level, took him and his brother to Montana. After passing two dogs last September at the Invitational, he drove with his brother and friends straight to Montana. What a year he has had!!

I released this on Monday and made an Opps. The Trivia game we recorded was accidentaly misplaced ( meaning I screwed up) here is the actual recording along with how you might win two tickets to the Meateater Live show in Detroit, where yours truly will be on stage with the M.E. crew

Just a little fun from the first day of hunting ringnecks at White Lake Hunting lodge. We talk birds, dogs, misses and hits!

If I asked who is the winningest NASCAR driver, you might say Richard Petty. If I asked who is the winningest  National Rertriever Championship trainer, everyone knows that Mike Lardy holds that title. I met up with Mike and his friend Jennifer Broome at grouse camp this week. We dig into his history and his more recent journey with his German Wirehair.

Nine years ago, I interviewed Craig about his first book, Pointing Dogs Volume 1.  This masterpiece Pointing Dogs Volume 2  is the  bible on Setters and Pointers. Sit back and be ready to learn about the most popular and breeds of bird dogs. From their start to the current day. Once you listen to this episode, you will find the urge to learn more and dig deeper into the world of sporting dogs.

We have an event coming up in November here in Michigan. My guest, Lori Card has a vision for the future of hunting. That is to level the playing field for women that want to make memories in the fields. Wild Card Adventures is the the place where that can happen. Listen up and learn.....

While filling up my gas tank, I spotted another hunter at the pump. When I asked Bobbe how her trip was shaping up, she shared that info and a whole lot more! Her history with the Munsterlander is so interesting, that I invited Bobbe to come to our camp and share some of her journey with us about the Kleine Munsterlander  

Just silly talk after five days of walking and shooting. This year we added another couple to the party. Which brought down the median age of the camp. But it also brought up the drinking and chatter. Enjoy, I hope your season is off to a great start!

Brian Cerelli from Alder Grove Dog boxes, built a custom dog box to fit in my new camper. he is a houndsmen who had the background to create the finest custom boxes for his fellow hound hunters. His knowledge of what dogs need and what we want will take over the Upland world of custom built dog transportation.     

Making new friends in the dog world is easy! Just drive across the country and start talking!! it's what I do best

Ben Randall is a dog trainer from the United Kingdom. He teaches dogs in a manner that will surprise you. The method is proven out, from the Trial circuit, to the hunting fields. People all around the globe are using his Gun Dog App and getting the same results. In fact it is so simple...... well, just listen!  Happy Labor Day from the HDP world headquarters  

Melissa Stagnaro joins us to talk about the ARSA. We know dogs are incredible, but this episode takes that statement and blows it up! From tracking people in the concrete jungles, to wilderness searches for lost hikers, rubble piles, avalanches and water rescues. Then take them to a versatile hunt test! All with the same dog...  

"If Pat Burns were one of the dogs he trains, he would have put in 261 years on the job by now. If you’re doing the math that equates to more than three decades of coaxing canines into champions and helping handlers handle those canine champions. Pat Burns Elite Retriever Training, serving clients both nationally and abroad, was inspired by Burns’ love of dogs and hunting from an early age." Read more about Pat here!   Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel! Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/  Full length film series: Behind the Dog Films https://www.behindthedogfilms.com Support the podcast and channel: https://www.patreon.com/huntingdogpodcast  Connect with me on Social:  Web: https://thehuntingdogpodcast.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehuntingdogpodcast    

Brent pike and I sit down for our semi-annual chat. New gear, new dogs and new places. personally I love all three!

Addison and I catch up whats new and what's coming up. Gunner products are made to perform, last, and enhance everything for you and your dog!

This is a short intro to projects that I have been working on for the past two years. We are going to knock the doors off the bus and enter the world of video content. Love your support, check out our first HMF video that's up! https://youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast

Matt Frank from O.F. Mossberg and Sons joins me to tell the story of his first versatile dog and the history of a versatile gun company. We met over a decade ago, but it wasnt until the last Pheasant Fest, that we re-connected. Great conversations have ensued!!

Well, this is the place to go if you want to increase your odds and increase your knowledge about hunting the king of the uplands. The Roger Moore Chapter of RGS/AWS puts on a one day camp in the heart of the best habitat that Michigan has to offer. I cant think of better time spent, before the season, to get ready for the season.   

Justin comes back to the kennel to talk about the things we wonder about, worry about and how we can all develop that dog we can be proud of. 

Every good dog has probably had to make a water retrieve. At least they should have what it takes if that situation comes up. We chat about the second, "Behind the Dog Flim" coming out with Trent Hardy. And we go behind the scenes in what it took and why it was important to get his young Pudelpointer into the water.

it's been a long time time since Justin and I sat down to talk training. We cover topics that you will find so helpful, you might just be ready for this upcoming season. if you follow some basic rules. It's not rocket science, it's Dog Training broke down!!!

This is a salvaged episode from eight years ago. Ed Bailey is no long sharing his wisdom in print, but luckily I captured a moment with a legendary dog man.  

Jeff Hancock and his entire family, strive to breed the the best Llewellins that they can. It's all about teamwork. These dogs are all about teamwork in the field and in the home.

The Sportsmens Alliance is a powerful and unified voice for sportsmen, fighting the fight (our fight) every day across this country. If you love hunting, training and testing your dogs, you have this group to thank!

I asked my friend Dave to review a new film series that I have been working on. I knew Dave was the right fella to help me breakdown this subject. He does alot of research when he decides to add another hunting dog into his family. So who better to help me kick off the introduction of Behind The Dog Films. If you want to watch this 56 minute film, head here and follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

We do a deep dive into what makes a great training collar. That is no easy thing to do in an hours time. Garmin producuts around your dogs neck and your wrist, make you and your dog, safe and successful. 

Josh Miller from Riverstone Kennels, joins us this week to talk all things Labrador! As a professional trainer, and breeder, Josh has to make tough descions when it comes to what dogs make the team. Listen and learn. This information can apply to any breeding program.

I was with the Colonel dove hunting when he was 94. I could only hope to have a life as full as this American hero. Jack passed recently and it brought a flood of memories, one of them was that I interviewed him eight years ago. Enjoy and remember!

This picks up where we left off. Alberto is bringing two dogs to the big dance this year!

I just had the pleasure of meeting Alberto and Adrian while I was in Pennsylvania. Not only are these two the next generation of upland hunters, they are taking it to the next level. Emigrating to the United States was the start of their journey. From learning the language to learning how to train dogs. Everything was new to them. This year Alberto will be taking two dogs to the Invitational test. And if I was a betting man........

OnX hunt invited me to be on a panel of folks that have vast years of experiance with many breeds. We go round robin, answering some tough questions on what we think is, and has been or favorite breeds. What they excell and what they dont...  

Mark Peterson grew up in Michigan, working the orchards and chasing birds when he finished his chores. That work ethic formed both of his career paths. Mark and his Dad took their upland hunting to a level most will only dream about. Together in one season the traversed North America with their dogs and hunted every species of upland game. The people, places, dogs and birds made this the trip of a lifetime.

I was invited to attend the Canadian Valley QF banquet. True to form, I made some new friends, found some new places to hunt and learned a lot about the oldest game bird in the United States!  

Mike Mapes started helping a few friends with re-homing their dogs. it turns out, there are lots of good dogs that need a second chance. When people found out what Mike could do for them, the word spread. There are alot of dogs that are more, or sometimes less than their owners bargained for. Mike takes those dogs and turns the corner for them. It just shows that there is always a path for potential!!

This episode is a plea, to get more advocacy from hunters to think about what the birds need, not what we need. If you shoot a wild bird in this country, you need to support the habitat organization that support those birds. Period!!!  

Phil Francone from Meindl USA set me up with a pair of boots last summer. They were everything I could hope for. If "miles equals birds" then "Meindl's equals miles"

Jeff Funke joins me to talk about the VHDF.  Building a better mouse trap can be difficult, but a few dedicated people found that it was possible. The Versatile Hunting Dog Federation wanted to bring better clarity to the judgement of the versatile hunting dog.  For breeders and buyers, the more details in test scores will be invaluable when making decisions. The better the test. The better the dog!!

Andrew Wayment likes to write about his beloved dogs and his beloved family. So when I scheduled this interview, I also invited his brother Shawn,"The Bird Dog Doc" to join in the conversation. These two brothers share their Upland hunting and Fly fishing passion, to a point that few ever do. 

I will be attending the Canadian Valley ( in Oklahoma) Quail Forever chapter banquet at the end of this month. This is a little primer to the event. If you are anywhere near and want to see why we get together, why we have banquets and why we love quail, then put March 31st on your schedule!

This episode is a to-fer We visit with Mark from Norse Retrievers and Blue Picardy's.  Say that again?? In the first half we talk Labs and training, trialing and breeding. Then we switch up to learn about a very rare breed in North America. The Blue Picardy Spaniel (it's a pointing breed) and quite versatile too.

Mike Amman joins us from Pheasant Fest to talk about an exciting habitat project that is helping one of our favorite game birds. Sharptails have been in the Dairy state forever, but they needed some help. The Wisconsin Sharptail Grouse Society is working to ensure they will be on the landscape forever. Ryan Callahan joins us in the conversation, to help spread the word.

Listen and play with a few of my Patrons form our last Zoom room. No fact checking or cheating! See if you know anything about dogs, guns, alcohol or just general hunting knowledge. if you come to Pheasant Fest and show me at least 5 of your correct answers, I will give you an assortment of bling for the show.          

Ed Arnett has been on this show a few times. This one will will cover everything from Habitat to Hunting and why Ed is NOT renewing his NAVHDA membership! And I am not going to try and change his mind!!!

Travis Frank joins me to talk all about his journey with his own dog. Filming hunts for a decade without the pressure of bring your own dog, gave Travis a new perspective on what we all go through. His first hunting dog proved to be a challenge that he took on, and succeeded! We also touch on a lot of training tips, as well as a deep dive into what we'll both be doing at Pheasant Fest and next season. Your gunna love this one!!!!

Glen Goldthorpe is introducing a website that will assist the gun dog community. After a very successful launch in the UK. Glenn brings his passion to hunting dogs, to help hunters connect with breeders and visa versa. We talk about everything dog, dog training and hunting. comparing notes and finding the common ground between two continents. www.gundogsusa.com

Jared Wicklund joins me to talk P Fest, his season, my season and your season and whats in store for habitat across the country.

From Mountian grouse to Minnesota woodcock, we get a season recap from two fellas that hit it hard all year. And they just happen to work for the company that helps us all find places to hunt. Andrew and Ben are the traveling wingshooters from OnX hunt.    

Heather and Trent Hardy have become close friends of mine in a few short years. They tag team the fields, water and birds, as much as any young couple does. traveling wingshooting is probably their favorite adventure. Making friends and memories all along the way!

Thomas Appel joins us to talk versatility and performance of his favorite breed. The German Wachtelhund has been around a long time, but I'll bet most of you have never seen one, let alone hunted over one. This will give you an insight to a medium size dog with a large dog heart!  Thomas is also the first person in North America to go through the process of becoming the first DWNA certified judge for the club.

Play along and try to get yourself on a future episode. If you get 5 or more correct. write me at [email protected] Have a great Holiday!  Thanks for all your support Jan will start the ninth year of this podcast!!

Glenn Blackwood stopped in the kennel to share some news, some stories and share a holiday drink. We answer all the questions that a bird hunter thinks about. Should I get another dog? Should I travel more to wing shoot or stay home? and what is the perfect way to enjoy rye whiskey and still support conservation?

Play along with the whole gang, and see if you know more about the five pillars of Upland hunters. Which are  Dogs, Birds, Guns, Tobacco and  Alcohol......

After four days of sub zero wind chill weather. The Gang from White Lake Lodge warm up with some drinks and stories from and epic trip in South Dakota.

John Wade is a professional dog trainer, sometimes dog fixer. The one thing that does'nt vary, is how dogs learn. Listen up and apply some of John's tip and tricks.  

Ruf and I get to take a trip together. We're took off from Wisconsin early Wednesday morning this week and well, laughs, hunts and a few beers in between ensue. Enjoy! 

I invited Boss Ammo, Gunner Kennels and Garmin to test their Dog related knowledge. Turns out I needed to make them all multiple choice!!!  Play along and let me know if you got more than 5 correct. You may be on the next one!!

I stopped by Pyke Gear to pick up a few new items, and brought the microphone and beer to catch up with Brent. A few updates on gear followed by a run down of our season so-far with our young pups. never enough time, never enough birds, should be the title of this episode.

I hit a milestone Bday today. So while I was feeling nostalgic, I found an old photo album and it had my first hunting license in it. That brought back a flood of memories, and I wanted to share one with you!

Terry Wilson is running for VP of The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association. It doesn't happen very often, but occasionally one of the rank and file members steps up to throw their name in the hat. Terry lays out his platform and vision for the future of NAVHDA. Listen up and be able to say "I VOTED"

Two first time bird hunter, drove from Florida to Michigan's UP. why would some try the impossible? Well there is an old saying about something being wasted on the young.... Evan and Amanda had alot of firsts on this trip. Listen up and count the first for yourself!    

Trevor Hubbs joins me to talk recruitment. No not,"you" joining the Military, the Military joining you in the fields, woods and lakes of this country that they protect, even after they fight a war!!

Last trip to ND, I kept the recorder on the picnic table. That way those short stories that never make an episode can be saved. This is what we all do and wish we could do again, or forget....  

We did this around the kitchen table, while we were on the great plains in search of Sharptails. Congrats to you if your score is higher than Trents???

Greg Blair from Purina joins me in Wisconsin to talk about all the different venues there are for bird dog lovers like us!  This was the day that I ran Tagus in his NA test. Greg got to watch us in the field and water portions then we took a break and chatted about how all the styles of testing and trialing come together.

Our second episode of HDP Trivia. Play along and see if you beat the pros. Chances are you can!!   

I invited Justin McGrail back to the microphone to help with some of your training questions and issues. You will want to listen though this one a couple of times!! Justin, is without question, one of only a small handfull of trainer that focuses on training dogs to handle wild birds in wild places. His methods are proven and backed up with 30 plus years of helping you get the most out of your dog.

Nick Green from MUCC (Michigan United Conservation Club) joins me to talk policy, advocacy, the possible expansion of Fort Grayling and what we can and should be doing. And of course updates on our dogs!!!  

It's been a few years since Todd was on the show. I always learn a few new tricks when I talk with him. We talk about everything from when to start training, to when to stop, (the answer is never!) Molding a pup early is a key factor. The proof comes in the hunting season.

Land Tawney joins me to catch up on the latest news. From losing conservation dollars to losing 50 million acres of grass. But, its not all doom and gloom. We can do something about,and as hunters we do have a VOICE  so use yours!!!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

This is the first installment of HDP Trivia. Once a month (maybe more down the road) I will replay these trivia nights for all you to test your knowledge. And who knows, maybe one day you will be on the show!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

James and Luke Jubran started Smile Outdoors. it is a series of books aimed towards kids reading about the wild world we love. Lets be honest ( I helped raise three kidos) getting kids into the outdoors can be at a minimum, complicated. So how about reading to to them, and teaching them the alphabet, using books written and designed by hunters. It's like imprinting a love of the natural world to them without a backpack or car seat! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Paul and Chad from Brays Island Plantation, joined me last winter to describe what it takes to build a paradise for upland hunters. A little history, a little tour and a lot of desire on my part to return. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Brett Walton hunted in between morning and evening milking on his Grandfathers dairy farm. Now he hunts between Thursday and Monday in the great state of Kansas. Building Walton's Inc. wasn't easy, but with great family and employees, anything can be accomplished. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Kevin Guillen from Wilderness Athlete and K9 Athlete joins me to talk about the products they produce that can give both us and our dogs the edge they need to preform. Get your dog ready for this coming season. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Tana Kradolfer of True Grit Britt's joins us to talk American Brittanys and why she has picked this breed to hunt over for a lifetime. Tana is a dedicated breeder, trainer, mentor and hunter. The American Brittany truly has GRIT! And so does Tana. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.    

There is so much good advise in this episode, that you will listen to it TWICE!! Justin, Ben and myself did a webinar for ONX Elite members. Get your pad and pencil out and take notes. Major things to avoid in your pups first year should be turned into a book. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Hi everybody, Ron's daughter Jessi here throwing you back to a past Q&A episode with Justin McGrail. Do you want more episodes like this? Be sure to let us know!  Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Hey everybody, Ron's daughter Jessi here hosting some throw back episodes while he is in Alaska! We're going back to last year around this time when my dad told the story of Memorial Day 2004. Cheers and please take a moment with us to pause and remember the heroes and their families this Memorial Day Weekend. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Adam Thomas joins us to talk about his new venture. That will translate to an ADVENTURE that you and your dog will not forget. Sharptail Ridge is a one of a kind dog and hunter service. Save driving time to the West or simply stay and hunt one of the most beautiful parts of the lower 48 states. Listen up and plan your next adventure!!    

Matt Rinella started a podcast to voice his opinions on a problem that many of us experience, but not many talk about. Matt started Hunt Quietly to be a voice, and to give a voice to those who think its getting harder to find hunting spots. But that's not all he is concerned  about. Listen to an opinion that you may, or may not agree with!  

Dr Sarah Love is a Sports medicine Veterinarian. We talk about all the things we (you and I) don't do with our K9 athletes. Warm-ups cool-downs and stretching. That's right! maybe we could develop a simple per hunt routine that could help get a little more out of the creatures that we ask so much of! We also talk about the onset and maintenance of Osteoarthritis, and what we can do about it. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

My friend Jill was in the Valley this week. We took our dogs on a walk and swim and the conversation that developed was worthy of hitting the record button. Jill spends half of her year traveling to learn from some of the best trainers in the country. Then she applies it to her string of bird dogs while she guides hunts at otter Creek Farm and Distillery in Georgia. Just a great conversation that only dog people can enjoy! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

It took some selective breeding about 60 years ago, but they got what they were looking for in Hungary. We just wrapped up a weekend in Wisconsin, learning some training methods that were new to me. But in the end, there are many roads that lead to success. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

My daughter Jessi joins me to talk about our family, our dogs and her career path. As a Registered Dietitian, wife and mother. Jessi is taking those skills to the world of teaching and podcasting. Her show is called Kitchen Invitation. We talk about everything from Archery to Avocados and why she still loved some of my dogs that didn't love her cats. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

More of my conversation with Max about the DD and why I may need one someday. But dont worry I have a new Cocker to get trained first!  Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

I finally sit down with a DD owner, breeder and club member. And I did not have to brush up on my German. Max and his wife live and love the breed and the club that comes with it!  VDD-GNA is a group that sticks to the traditions that gave us many of the breeds that we hunt with and brag about today. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.                               

Gunner Kennels engineer, Colton, found a job that justifies having a kennel full of bird dogs. One of the many ( dog crazy) employees that makeup the staff of the worlds safest dog crate. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

I stopped in Nashville to talk with Addison Edmonds. We talk about his new pup and his first pup. "Gunner" was Addisons college project. He was also why Gunner Kennels was created. We talk about dogs, children, and how that all keeps us grounded in the lifestyle that we love! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

What happens when you meet  a retired Marine Corp General? You talk bird dogs, and hunting of course. I had the pleasure of spending a morning in the quail fields with Walt Boomer. Along with meeting his beloved GSPs later in the evening. A day I will remember for a long time. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Scott Miller is the resident trainer at Brays Island. Before that his dogs earned more than 700 placements in field trials. he was the NBHA Open Handler of the year for 15 consecutive years. Starting out with training and competing and wining in the Coon Dog World Championships. He then took the NBHA trial world to a new level. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Jess Johnson from Wyoming Wildlife jumps on the podcast to ask listeners to help. Help can come from in many forms. We need you to act, not just listen, ACT. Go to wyomingwildlife.org and stand up for our most iconic species of upland bird. The Sage grouse stands for wild places and only you can help preserve this bird. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Domenico is a resident of Brays Island SC. but his history covers a life in Italy, Africa, and finding heaven in the good old USA. He brought his Pointer from South Africa to the states and never looked back! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

This one is just a short rant about how people who live in glass houses throw stones.

Jill Koran spends her summers traveling the country. With a truck full of dogs, a fifth wheel camper and buddy to share the road with, They meet trainers, hunters, breeders and work their dogs along the way. She is on a grail quest to explore the world of bird dogs. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Bob St.Pierre joins me to talk about his last season and the upcoming event in Omaha. After a year of closures for public gatherings, Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic is returning. This event is like no other in the bird dog world. Hell, it's like nothing else in the universe!! I hope to see you all out there this March 11-13. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Way before the pointing dogs emerged, the dogs that could track, made the pack. To this day there is a primal connection to our past as hunter-gatherers. The Houndsmen of today are keeping the traditions alive. Might be lions, bears, fox or raccoons, no dogman works harder at their passion. Jason and Brett are two genuine sportsmen,and good story tellers! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

A little closet cleaning getting everyone up to speed and prepared for the New Year and all that it will bring to the show. Topics include getting fired, examining social media and the loss of yet another one of my Horcruxes. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Nashville's Nick Hoffman and Brent Pike took a little trip recently. Getting the dogs used to helicopter rides was the easy part! The language gets a little salty on this one. PG 16 rating Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

I was a guest recently on the Silvercore Podcast. Travis Bader is the host. Travis reached out to me about breed choices of dogs, and the next thing we know, the tables were turned and I was his guest. Funny how that works sometimes. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Dan Abdelnoor aka Doggy Dan joins me to talk all things behavior and training. or is it training and behavior?? Dan works with pet owners all over the globe with his on-line training. We compare notes of how this relates to our bird dogs and our training. Remember in the end they are all K9s and they all learn like K9s. It is usually us that thinks they speak and listen in english. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Listen up and take action. Ben Jones, CEO of RGS, AWS jumps on to give us the State of the Union report of my favorite conservation organization! and a few stories about the new dogs in our kennels. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

From a recent gift that a listener sent me, I needed to compile a list of all the dogs that have been a part of my life. So here is a not so brief history of yours truly and the the dogs that shape my life, and the lives of others. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Hands down, my trip to North Dakota goes into my top 5 all time hunting trips. What was different about this trip was, I came home with 2 birds and one of them was given to me! The real limits are the memories that I brought home. Taking an old dog out for what may be his last season. A young dog that showed me her stuff. And a inexperienced dog that showed me she is ready to step up to the plate and hit some home runs in the future. And new friends that will become old friends. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Heather and Trent Hardy are a real team. From raising their dogs, training, and hunting. They recently wrapped up a DYI trip to the Badlands of North Dakota. Camping, hunting, rinse and repeat. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Melvin ended up in Alaska in 1951. He took 160 acres of burned over land and built his piece of paradise. Starting a trucking line, he was the original ice road trucker, he also put in a landing strip on his property before there was an improved road to even get to his home! Stories like Melvin's were common one hundred years ago in the lower 48, But Alaska wasn't even close to being a State when he arrived. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Probably the toughest hunt I have done in years. And certainly one of the most fun. This trip goes down as one of my favorites and this podcast may be the same. When we broke down, I was sure the brown bears were going to spend the night with us!!! And the only trip I have even been on where a friend drop ships wader-boots, literally drops them from his plane to our camp. This one is epic!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

I get to catch up with Lisa Williams. She was the head grouse biologist for Pennsylvania. And with her new position there are even opportunities to look forward to the next season and many more. If your a grouse hunter you better not miss this one! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Todd Kellam is not only an old friend of mine, he also happens to be the vice president of the United Kennel Club. We do a little reminiscing of the old days and our Wirehairs and make a few announcements that may surprise you! and the next day we go grouse hunting.... Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

"There I go again" in the words of Bob Seger I'm turning another page in my passion for bird dogs. This breed, the Wirehaired Vizsla wormed it's way into my heart a few years ago. Then by some series of events, that always seems to dictate my next dog choice, I find myself back in the game with a new pup. And what a pup he is!!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

The Double U gang sits down to talk dogs, collars and how they built up the reputation of Service, service, service. Join Buddy, Jason and me as we break a little trash, a few windows and a few rules !!!!

The North American Pudelpointer Alliance NAPPA is a group of breeders that not only raise their own standards, but also clean under the sofa and behind the fridge. Bob Farris catches us up with the breed, the breeders and some thoughts on what he would like to see in the dog world. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Garmin set's the bar a little higher! This time it's the new compact and versatile Alpha 10  Rehan Nana joins me for a product review of the newest addition to the Garmin line-up. This unit does everything except feed your dogs. Go into the season with some high-tech peace of mind. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Had a great three day judging assignment outside of Boise. I had the pleasure, of again, making new friends and reconnecting with some old friends. Two of them are Anna and Jacquine. It takes the help of volunteers to pull off a test day, and these ladies had a lot to do with it! We share some stories,and some laughs. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Pete Aplikowski jumped into the mix a with a new dog, not too many years ago. he now runs the MN chapter, judges and continues to come up with more goals and programs to benefit new members that help with retention and growth. Does size matter? With 300 plus members, YES!!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Brent pike stops by the kennel to catch up on whats new and were were hunting this year. Good old fashioned bullshit session about where we have been and where were going. New dogs,new adventures and why we love them both. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

A recap of last years grouse hunt with the bear Hunters. Elijah and crew came to the kennel to bait me into going back after black bear with a pack of hounds. You decide if I'll do it!! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Greg Blair works for Purina. As the area manager he attends most all of the tests and trials for pointing dogs. He personally owns a couple of dogs that excel on the circuit, as well as they excel on wild birds. We bust a few myths and learn a bit about his job with the worlds best dog food company. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

I knew, that with all the breeds of dogs that were developed in Germany, their had to be one out there that might bring me back to my roots. The Wachtelhund is that dog. Dave Dyer has owned and bred them for a long time. Find out why! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

There is nothing conventional about Garhart Stephenson, his lifestyle, his dog or his past hunting season. Last years pandemic gave Garhart the opportunity to take of the mask and the gloves,when it came to getting away from it all. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Damon Bungard is a man driven to help with conservation by using his Teckels (Wirehaired Dachsunds) at game recovery service dogs. Too many hunters loose wounded game in this country. Damon and his Teckels along with hundreds of other blood trackers, help put more meat on the table. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Maura Hennelly tagged along with her dad for as long as she can remember. Kind of like being imprinted into the outdoors. Now at twenty two she has a dozen years under her belt, and a compulsion to take her dogs on a journey that will certainly lead her to a lifelong grail quest. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

We had a great weekend. Re-connecting with old friends and making new ones. Jeff Jalbert of Top Shelf Kennels in Horace ND, sits down with me and recaps our friendship and our passion for getting to evaluate bird dogs. It's the most fun you can have outside of hunting season. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Chris Dorsey is known around the world as a hunter, but his start and his heart is the uplands and the dogs he hunted with. Call Time, is the final book in a trilogy that highlights Chris's years filming wing-shooting for television. From every corner of the globe. We answer the question, "why does Wisconsin have the best taverns?" and how to pick a college based on good grouse hunting. "Call Time" could have been titled Last Call??  enjoy! Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.

Danielle didn't stick to the script when it came to higher education. Her first passion was put on the back-burner when she started to process wild game and decide to harvest it as well. next thing you know she is is hitting the road with her dog to camp and hunt, solo! Yeah just a girl and her dog hunting birds and sleeping in the truck. It's no wonder why Meateater Inc. brought her on board. Enjoying the show? Support it here and/or subscribe for Ron's Dog Talk bonus episodes each month.  Ready to be a better trainer? Check out the Upland Institute and get you and your dog ready for the season.