The Bird Dog Podcast

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...

In this episode I am just finishing up a field goose hunt with Mike Cornu.  Mike is one of the biggest bird hunters that I know and has tons of hunting wisdom to share. If you want some nuggets on finding places to hunt and how to hunt waterfowl, Mike shares some a bunch with the audience. At 72 he is still crushing it and as passionate as anyone that I know. Hope you guys enjoy this episode with...

In this episode I talk about how to hunt late season grouse and where to find them. Hope this helps you all be successful!!  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 paw balm, shampoo, dog supplements, treats or other awesome healthy products click on the All American Canine link below for their awesome produc...

In this episode I talk about decoy spreads and decoying waterfowl.  Just returned home from a successful trip and wanted to share tips with you guys on how I put out my decoys and what I like to use. Hope you can get some good ideas to help you all be more successful.  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 some tips on how to help your dog be quiet when it the hunting blind. Not many things are more annoying than a vocal dog when you are trying to be quiet when calling in those ducks or geese. Hope this one is a help! Enjoy! 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 paw balm, shampoo,...

In this episode I talk about training your dog to be nice and steady. No ones loves a dog that breaks before it's sent, flares birds and is a danger to its self jumping in front of guns or knocking over the blind being out of control.  In this episode I share tips on how to steady your dog when self- training or with the help of another person.  A steady dog is a beautiful thing and a joy to...

In this episode I talk about my pheasant hunting and what I am hearing and seeing for the 2025 hunting season here in Utah and the midwest.  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 paw balm, shampoo, dog supplements, treats or other awesome healthy products click on the All American Canine link below for thei...

In this episode I talk about my recent trip to New Zealand. While I was there I was able to hunt Paradise Shell Ducks, also knows as "Parry's" by the locals and Black Swan.  If you are down for a good hunting story and a weird way to hunt Paradise ducks listen to this one.   Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to buy one of the best dog cots on the market.  Also, if y...

In this episode we discuss electric collars for dog training. We go over three main brands. Dogtra, Garmin & Sportdog. The things that we like and don't like. If you are wondering what we use on a daily basis check this one out.  On a side note it does look like Dogtra has changed their e - collars to have waterproof contact points.  Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to b...

In this episode we resoond to some emailed dog training questions that a listener sent it. We try to problem solve, "why his puppy stopped retrieving?" Chewing on things and how to work with a puppy when it comes to obedience training. Hope you all enjoy and thanks for listening!  Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to buy one of the best dog cots on the market. Also, if y...

In this episode I sit down with Jeff Christensen and talk about his experience in the marsh with his dog Sage. She got "Marsh Foot" and it almost took her life. Listen in on things and how to watch out for and keep an eye out for this infection that seems to be getting more popular. Enjoy!  Check out Kuranda dog beds and click on name below to buy one of the best dog cots on the market....

JL Vanzyverden the host of "Sell Anything" podcast is a good friend of mine. We sit down and talk dogs. He has the record of the most dogs I have trained for one client and we figure that out in the show. JL came from not much of a childhood to turning into a super successful person finanacially and when it comes to relationships in life. He is just one good dude. He loves dogs, hunting...

Check out Kuranda dog beds, copy the link for purchase. This helps us out and we really appreciate it.  https://kuranda.com?partner=26722 If you want any dog training topics discussed shoot us an email at thebirddogpodcast@gmail.com For Gunner kennels shoot us an email and we can get you a price at office@utahbirddogtraining.com For our training and breeding websites visit the links below: www.uta...

In this episode we sit down with Hunter Rasmussen and he recounts his hunting accident story to us. Hopefully, through this podcast we can all walk away learning something a little more about safety and gun handling. Thanks for listening everyone. Enjoy! Check out Kuranda dog beds, copy the link for purchase. This helps us out and we really appreciate it.  https://kuranda.com?partner=26722 If you...

Check out Kuranda dog beds, copy the link for purchase. This helps us out and we really appreciate it.  https://kuranda.com?partner=26722 If you want any dog training topics discussed shoot us an email at thebirddogpodcast@gmail.com For Gunner kennels shoot us an email and we can get you a price at office@utahbirddogtraining.com For our training and breeding websites visit the links below: www.uta...

Have you ever had a buddy that brings his dog hunting and it just ruins the hunt? Have you ever wished later you had not invited him because his dog is annoying? In this podcast we talk about some ideas on how to avoid this and some things you could try before you get together with your buddy hunting in the field. Hope this saves some hunting buddies relationships! Haha! Enjoy everyone! Check out...

In this episode we just finished up an awesome Mallard field hunt. We go over strategy and how we did it. We also talk about gear and the dogs. Hope you guys enjoy and can glean some good information from this one. We only had three mics, but four people, so I apologize in advance for any audio that is not super clear.  Enjoy everyone and good hunting!  Check out Kuranda dog beds, copy the link fo...

In this episode we talk about water work and your dog. Tips to get the dog swimming and just things we have done in training that have our retrievers come confident water dogs.  Enjoy! For Kuranda dog beds, copy the link for purchase. This helps us out and we really appreciate it.  https://kuranda.com?partner=26722 For Gunner kennels shoot us an email and we can get you a price at thebirddogpodcas...