I track deer primarily with my dog from a working stand poin.I don’t bird hunt. Honestly there is a misconception when it comes to training tracking dogs (technically trailing). you can use blood, hide interdigital gland or what ever. Basically the dog learns to trail what you tell it too.. Ive...
I don’t, just a personal preference. No issues with people who do. Especially in my region. (SE). I tend not to shoot does during archery either, (unless I know she is super old) just wait until rifle for quick kills.
I have a malinois that was sent off for “finish” training. Took 6 weeks……. Bark collar is really just masking an issue that will likely resurface elsewhere.
Diamond blue bag for our Pyrenees, and husky. Diamond pro89 for my malinois. I have trouble keeping weight on him during tracking season. Diamond has always been what we go back to after trying others. Also easy to find and reasonably priced. Personal preference I minimize chicken in foods.
I had one done 4 days ago. Procedure wasn’t bad. That said every time I get up it’s uncomfortable…stilll. I have not followed directions, as in rest, ice etc so that’s on me. So l my 6 week old was screaming for hours last night and I told the wife it was a good thing I had it done, between...
20 years FF/EMT and I run A LOT of gsw and stabbing due to my assignments. One thing that gets lost on tourniquets is when you use them. I’ve taken off more than I’ve put on (which if they have only been on briefly I can). PD loves them! They usually aren’t needed, not tight enough, and...
just a suggestion, if I was trying to rehome a livestock protection breed I would attempt at posting on live stock auction type or livestock vet clinics. Many hobby farmers will jump at those dogs (and know what they are getting into). best of luck. I feel your frustration