Getting a dog

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So after much thought and consideration I've finally made the decision to get myself a dog, a Brittany spaniel in particular. Talked to the breeder and was very impressed with their enthusiasm and dedication to providing me with all the information I needed. This particular breeder provides dogs to those who are interested in a hunting dog and more or less wanted to make sure I'd be using my dog for hunting. Not sure what ### I'll be getting yet but was thinking about a liver female. Either way I just need a good hunting companion and feel confident that's what I'll get from this breeder. Puppies start to go December 22 and I can't wait.

Some pics of the pups. Top females. Bottom males

 
Judging by my photo you see where my preference lies. I am probably pointing out the obvious but be prepared for a major infusion of energy into your household. Exercise often and you will have a happy puppy. Great little buddies and tireless hunters. Good size to pack around as well. Good luck. The dark coated ones are not all that common, a bit of a throwback to the French brittany perhaps?
 
Congrats, its a joyous thing.
I just got my first dog, a Boxer/Lab cross. He's 9 weeks, and already 17 lbs! Not so much a hunting dog, but a great friend to have at the lake and out shooting.
 
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Yep been wanting a dog particularly a Brittany for over a year now and with my interest in bird hunting growing all the time I figured it was time.
 
love my Brittany, great bird dogs, mine had a retrieving instinct from getgo, never seen an 8 week pup fetch before :)
great for birds but deer hunting is a learning experience for him
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but he got my back ;)
 
I'm definitely prepared to devote a serious amount of time into raising my new son or daughter. Besides being the beginning of winter it's the perfect time for me to get a pup. I'll be off for a couple weeks plus construction slows right down so evenings and weekends will be free for training sessions.
 
Congrats and enjoy...always great to have a dog around the house...even more so if they end up being hunting companions.

And EL34/6L6...that's a great looking dog too...he's gonna be a bruiser for sure.
 
Yep always needed a dog and now I'm at a point in my life where I've got the time and patience to dedicate to the training of a pup so figure why not. Sure my grouse hunting will improve especially round this time later in the season when the birds seem to be much more wary.
 
For the guys with dog experience,
what breed of dog would be suitable for both upland
game (rabbit and grouse),
as well as duck and goose?
And is there a time when the dog is too old to start training
to flush and retrieve?
 
The adage you cannot teach an old dog new tricks is simply not true. If the instincts are there you can bring them out with time and patience. Versatile gun dogs are the type you are after and there are a number of breeds to choose from. Ask Jay and he will give you an unbiased opinion on which one to choose.
 
Apparently certain Brittany's are natural retrievers. Of course they can't be used like you'd use a lab or other such dogs. I'll try to see if the dog I get can be used to retrieve waterfowl.
 
Curious what are some thoughts on whether or not to have a hunting dog fixed. I've heard different opinions but would like to hear what some of you guys have to say.
 
An intact male is a PITA - expect the first 10 minutes of hunting to be spent marking. I hunt with an intact female - no issues and just prefer to leave well enough alone.

Leadlsinger - look up "drahthaar" or any versatile breed for that matter. Check out NAVHDA for a list.
 
leadslinger said:
For the guys with dog experience,
what breed of dog would be suitable for both upland
game (rabbit and grouse),
as well as duck and goose?
And is there a time when the dog is too old to start training
to flush and retrieve?
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I'm partial to labs...as you can tell from the avatar...but dogs are funny...my lab can flush like nobodies business but she still struggles with the retriever bit...she sort of looks at me like "what? You want me to go get that?"...then when she does get it and co.e back, she doesn't always want to give it up...I think breeder and training is as important or more so even than the actual breed. Make sure you research the breeder and commit fully to the training.
 
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