The Bird Dog Podcast

Kenneth Witt, host of the Gundog Nation podcast, joins Tyce to catch up after Tyce sold him a black Lab shed dog named Chief years ago. They trade hunting stories, from Tyce's llama-packed mule deer hunt in the Utah high country to Ken's king eider and sea duck hunt on St. Paul Island in the Bering Sea. Ken shares how he went from a family of musicians and English setters and coonhounds...

Jared Wiklund, Director of Communications for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, joins Tyce to talk about why pheasant numbers rise and fall and what it takes to keep upland habitat on the landscape. Jared shares how Pheasants Forever started with a newspaper column in St. Paul, Minnesota, and how a year-long unpaid PR internship turned into 16 years with the organization. Then they get into the...

Tyce Erickson sits down with his little brother Dane Erickson and his friend Matt Bingham, owner of Pine Pest Control in Mona, Utah, to tell the story of their recent mule deer hunt. Matt tells how a preschool-age fascination with mule deer turned into a lifelong hunt for big bucks, and Tyce and Dane share how they grew up hunting with their dad. Then they walk through the trip: how the tags and t...

Tyce Erickson sits down with Lucas O'Farrell of Lucas O'Farrell Hunting Service (L.O. Hunting Service), an Argentina waterfowl and big game outfitter who has been guiding and hosting hunters for nearly 20 years. Lucas shares how he built his outfitting business from scratch, then breaks down free-range red stag in Patagonia, high-volume duck hunting in the Buenos Aires region, Córdoba do...

Your dog has to be okay with gunfire to be a hunting dog. In this solo episode, Tyce Erickson of Utah Bird Dog Training walks through exactly how he introduces a dog to the gun, and why getting it wrong can turn a promising bird dog into a pet. He covers building drive with birds first, the shot-bird-retrieve sequence from a distance, reading your dog's personality, and how to use desensitiza...

Big news from the field: The Bird Dog Podcast is becoming Bird Dogs & Big Game, and I'm joining the Outdoor Radio Network on iHeartRadio as a host. In this short solo episode, I share how the new weekly radio show will work, why we're adding big game to the conversation, and a little more about my own background chasing elk, deer and more with a bow. Don't worry, bird dogs are s...

Should your young dog's first hunt be opening morning? In this solo episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I break down why I tell my clients not to take a green retriever out on the opener, and what to do instead. I walk through two real client stories: a well-trained dog that shut down and hid in its blind on a dark, crowded opening morning, and an 11-month-old that started breaking from anxiety...

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Orin Robinson, a senior research associate at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, along with Mitch Barry, the Macaulay Library's video project coordinator, who also works on outdoor-community outreach for the Merlin Bird ID app. We talk about how eBird and the Merlin Bird ID app work (including Merlin's Photo ID and Sound ID), how...

In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast, I sit down with Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, a veterinarian with nearly 21 years at Purina, for a practical Q&A on sporting-dog health. We cover cold/swimmer’s tail, dewclaws, spay/neuter timing and myths, pyometra, weight management after fixing, feeding pregnant and nursing dogs, allergies, grain-free diets and DCM, and supplements like FortiFlora and Joint Car...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Claire Maples with — “Paradigm Sporting Dog.” We talk about her background with dogs, when she wanted to become a vet and  first aid for dogs. She has a couple really nice first aid kits that she has put together that really should be in every bird dog owner's truck. Great conversation, get a kit and maybe one day it could save your dog's life.  Thank...

In this episode, I sit down with Scooter Cooper and Dylan Stamper from NOK — “Never Out Killed.” We talk about their dogs, how NOK got started, the business behind the brand, and some of the awesome hunts they’ve been fortunate enough to experience along the way. Scooter and Dylan are good dudes who love hunting, dogs, and the outdoors, and I think you’re going to enjoy this conversation. Thanks f...

Episode 58: Ruffed Grouse, Woodcock & Conservation with Ben Jones In Episode 58 of The Bird Dog Podcast , I sit down with Ben Jones, CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, to talk about two of North America’s most iconic upland game birds. We discuss ruffed grouse and American woodcock, the habitat they rely on, the challenges facing these species, and the conservation...

Glade Harris | Owner of Backwater Performance (BPS) In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast , Tyce sits down with Glade Harris, owner of Backwater Performance (BPS) , to talk all things duck hunting—boats, dogs, and getting your setup dialed in for the season. Glade shares practical tips for preparing and maintaining your duck boat , keeping it reliable throughout hunting season, and making sure y...

Tim Brown | Owner of The Bearded Uplander Company & Beyond The Point Show  In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast , Tyce sits down with Tim Brown, owner of The Bearded Uplander Company & Beyond The Point Show , to talk about Tim's upland bird dogs, Beyond The Point Show, shotguns, migra ammunition and men's mental health. This is a fun one! Go ahead and give Tim and all he is do...

Troy Benson | President of the American Pointing Labrador Association In this episode of The Bird Dog Podcast , we sit down with Troy Benson, President of the American Pointing Labrador Association (APLA) , to talk all things pointing Labs. We get into the APLA, the pointing Labrador, what makes these dogs unique, and what hunters and prospective owners should know. Whether you already own a point...

In this episode we talk about dove hunting. We talk about how to hunt doves and how to get your dog ready for the dove hunt. Being the first hunt of the year typically, a lot can go into this hunt getting your dog ready for a successful dove hunt. Good luck hunting and training everyone! Thanks for listening! Introduce your dog to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, &q...

 In this episode we talk about dogs destroying yards and homes when the owner is not home or watching.  We go over ways to try to change habits and ways to protect your dog from hurting itself or destroying property. Enjoy!  Introduce your dog to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.com Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on...

In this episode we talk about getting two dogs at the same time.  Good idea or bad idea? In this episode we go over how to have two dogs at the same time, so you can set yourself up for success. Two dogs can be awesome or a nightmare if not done right.  Introduce your dog to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.com Check out K...

In this episode we talk about jumping dogs. No one loves dogs that jump all over you.  We talk about starting your dog out right when it comes to jumping and the psychology of getting them not to jump and correcting jumping. Also, go over avoidance training with a dog and how that works. Enjoy and good training! Introduce your dog to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using,...

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Proctor, owner of BPRO Kennels, to talk dogs, training, and what actually makes a kennel hold up in the real world. If you care about keeping your dog safe—and want a crate that’s as solid as it looks—you’ll want to hear this. Ben brings real experience, strong opinions, and a level of detail most people overlook. This is one worth listening to. Have a great we...

Have your ever wanted to add a King Eider to your taxidermy collection?  Well, if its on the list you might want to listen to this podcast with Mike Birch. Sounds like an awesome adventure and something I want to do for sure one day! Enjoy and good hunting everyone! Introduce your dogs to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.c...

In the episode I sit down and try to give a brief overview and explain the Greyhound Protection Act and what it is. I also, go over how they are trying to make using, "live lures" for dog training illegal. This can be a problem for people that train dogs. This could affect anyone that wants to have a bird dog and train that dog with live birds. Below, is the link to let your legislators...

In this episode I talk about introducing a dog to water and some tips that might help to get your dog swimming. Thanks for listening! Introduce your dogs to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.com Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to buy one of the best dog cots on the market.  Also, if your looking for some...

In this episode I talk about Force Fetch training or the Trained Retrieve. What it is? Why do it? How to use it and why it is a good thing for most dogs. Enjoy!! Introduce your dogs to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.com Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to buy one of the best dog cots on the market.  Als...

In this episode I talk about dog training timelines, the upcoming western hunting expo and what we will be doing at that. I also, talk about the last few hunts of the year and how those all went. Hope to see many of you at the expo!  Introduce your dogs to guns and start them out right or help fix your gunshy dog using, "THE GUNSHY FIX" at www.gunshyfix.com Check out Kuranda dog beds and...