Companion Gundog Podcast http://www.losthighwaykennels.com en-us © 2023 Companion Gundog Podcast Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels and Emily Shirey of Shorthairs and Shotguns discuss dog training principles and traditions. There will be lessons, stories, interviews, and discussion of relevant topics in the gundog community. For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at companiongundog@gmail.comhttps://LostHighwayKennels.comhttps://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogshttps://facebook.com/losthighwaykennelshttps://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotgunshttps://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/61f1c39a-202f-11ee-b0fa-3f2ca78564f4/image/Companion_Gundog_Album_Art_orn.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Companion Gundog Podcast http://www.losthighwaykennels.com no episodic Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels and Emily Shirey of Shorthairs and Shotguns discuss dog training principles and traditions. There will be lessons, stories, interviews, and discussion of relevant topics in the gundog community. For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at companiongundog@gmail.comhttps://LostHighwayKennels.comhttps://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogshttps://facebook.com/losthighwaykennelshttps://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotgunshttps://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Grayson Guyer of Lost Highway Kennels and Emily Shirey of Shorthairs and Shotguns discuss dog training principles and traditions. There will be lessons, stories, interviews, and discussion of relevant topics in the gundog community. For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at companiongundog@gmail.comhttps://LostHighwayKennels.comhttps://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogshttps://facebook.com/losthighwaykennelshttps://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotgunshttps://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns

]]> Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey cg3@ncenvironmental.com Public Lands and Access with Cody Fulk of the NCWRC Cody Fulk is the Management Biologist for the souther piedmont region with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. He and I sit down to lament the potential (read immenent) loss of the west bank of Tuckertown Lake. Summary In this episode, Grayson Guyer discusses the significance of Tucker Town, a vital public land area in North Carolina, with Cody, a wildlife biologist. They explore the emotional connections to the land, the trends in public land access, and the challenges facing conservation efforts. The conversation highlights the historical context of the Yadkin River, the role of corporations in land management, and the ecological importance of Tucker Town. They emphasize the need for community involvement and advocacy to preserve this precious resource for future generations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tucker Town and Its Importance 02:30 Public Land Access and Trends in Hunting 05:30 The Emotional Connection to Tucker Town 08:05 Historical Context of the Yadkin River and Tucker Town 11:04 The Role of Corporations in Land Management 13:41 Ecological Significance of Tucker Town 16:20 Challenges Facing Public Land and Conservation Efforts 18:57 Community Involvement and Advocacy for Tucker Town 22:12 The Future of Tucker Town and Public Access 24:46 Conclusion and Call to Action Save Tuckertown Donate to Three Rivers Land Trust: https://trlt.org/save-tuckertown/ Visit NCWRC: https://www.ncwildlife.gov/ Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:16:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Cody Fulk is the Management Biologist for the souther piedmont region with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. He and I sit down to lament the potential (read immenent) loss of the west bank of Tuckertown Lake. Summary In this episode, Grayson Guyer discusses the significance of Tucker Town, a vital public land area in North Carolina, with Cody, a wildlife biologist. They explore the emotional connections to the land, the trends in public land access, and the challenges facing conservation efforts. The conversation highlights the historical context of the Yadkin River, the role of corporations in land management, and the ecological importance of Tucker Town. They emphasize the need for community involvement and advocacy to preserve this precious resource for future generations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tucker Town and Its Importance 02:30 Public Land Access and Trends in Hunting 05:30 The Emotional Connection to Tucker Town 08:05 Historical Context of the Yadkin River and Tucker Town 11:04 The Role of Corporations in Land Management 13:41 Ecological Significance of Tucker Town 16:20 Challenges Facing Public Land and Conservation Efforts 18:57 Community Involvement and Advocacy for Tucker Town 22:12 The Future of Tucker Town and Public Access 24:46 Conclusion and Call to Action Save Tuckertown Donate to Three Rivers Land Trust: https://trlt.org/save-tuckertown/ Visit NCWRC: https://www.ncwildlife.gov/ Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Cody Fulk is the Management Biologist for the souther piedmont region with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. He and I sit down to lament the potential (read immenent) loss of the west bank of Tuckertown Lake. Summary In this episode, Grayson Guyer discusses the significance of Tucker Town, a vital public land area in North Carolina, with Cody, a wildlife biologist. They explore the emotional connections to the land, the trends in public land access, and the challenges facing conservation efforts. The conversation highlights the historical context of the Yadkin River, the role of corporations in land management, and the ecological importance of Tucker Town. They emphasize the need for community involvement and advocacy to preserve this precious resource for future generations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tucker Town and Its Importance 02:30 Public Land Access and Trends in Hunting 05:30 The Emotional Connection to Tucker Town 08:05 Historical Context of the Yadkin River and Tucker Town 11:04 The Role of Corporations in Land Management 13:41 Ecological Significance of Tucker Town 16:20 Challenges Facing Public Land and Conservation Efforts 18:57 Community Involvement and Advocacy for Tucker Town 22:12 The Future of Tucker Town and Public Access 24:46 Conclusion and Call to Action Save Tuckertown Donate to Three Rivers Land Trust: https://trlt.org/save-tuckertown/ Visit NCWRC: https://www.ncwildlife.gov/ Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/

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]]> 3999 Lone Duck's Bob Owens Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Remembrance 05:36 Training Insights with Pat Nolan 11:01 The Role of Reward-Based Training 16:29 Consequences in Training 22:06 Critique of Training Systems 27:01 Understanding Dog Training Attitudes 31:06 Navigating Pain and Uncomfortability in Training 32:56 The Art of Dog Training: Balancing Pressure and Praise 34:35 Learning and Growing as Trainers 37:19 The Value of DIY Training for Beginners 38:44 Consequences and Overcoming Adversity in Training 41:08 The Importance of Teaching Dogs to Handle Adversity 42:34 Resilience vs. Pain in Dog Training 44:25 Marketing and Misconceptions in Dog Training Methods 45:37 The Evolution of Dog Training Techniques 48:19 The Impact of Style and Precision in Training 51:00 Personality and Individuality in Dogs 54:14 Good Training: A Universal Standard 55:43 The Influence of Style in Dog Training 57:04 Learning from the Best: A Trainer's Journey 58:27 Evolving Training Methods and Personal Experiences 59:38 The Process of Training: Consistency vs. Competition 01:00:25 Casual Approaches to Puppy Development 01:01:19 The Importance of Natural Hunting Experience 01:02:45 The Joy of Hunting: Balancing Fun and Training 01:04:35 The Future of Training: Trials and Competitions 01:05:44 The Role of Standards in Dog Training 01:07:02 Comparing Historical and Modern Training Standards 01:08:09 The Need for Real-World Testing in Trials 01:12:14 Future Plans and Goals in Dog Training 01:18:42 Creating Accessible Training Resources 01:23:48 Finding Balance in Life and Training Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer and guest Bob Owens delve into the nuances of dog training, particularly focusing on the debate between force fetch and fun fetch methods. They reflect on personal experiences, the importance of resilience in dogs, and the role of pressure and reward in training. The conversation emphasizes the significance of attitude in training, the necessity of consequences for inaction, and the value of adversity in developing a confident and adaptable dog. Throughout the discussion, they pay tribute to a friend and mentor, highlighting the emotional connections that underpin their passion for dog training. In this engaging conversation, Grayson Guyer and Bob Owens delve into the complexities of dog training, discussing resilience, training methods, and the evolution of techniques over time. They explore the importance of personality in dogs, the balance between training and enjoyment, and the future of dog training competitions. The discussion emphasizes the need for accessible training resources and the significance of maintaining standards in the field. Throughout, they share personal experiences and insights, making it clear that dog training is as much an art as it is a science. Visit Lone Duck: https://loneduckoutfitters.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooHN8aLhnQxw5LPU4XeK465060LR6C82XqnutsAkJurwFq9KjaW Visit Lost Highway: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:42:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Remembrance 05:36 Training Insights with Pat Nolan 11:01 The Role of Reward-Based Training 16:29 Consequences in Training 22:06 Critique of Training Systems 27:01 Understanding Dog Training Attitudes 31:06 Navigating Pain and Uncomfortability in Training 32:56 The Art of Dog Training: Balancing Pressure and Praise 34:35 Learning and Growing as Trainers 37:19 The Value of DIY Training for Beginners 38:44 Consequences and Overcoming Adversity in Training 41:08 The Importance of Teaching Dogs to Handle Adversity 42:34 Resilience vs. Pain in Dog Training 44:25 Marketing and Misconceptions in Dog Training Methods 45:37 The Evolution of Dog Training Techniques 48:19 The Impact of Style and Precision in Training 51:00 Personality and Individuality in Dogs 54:14 Good Training: A Universal Standard 55:43 The Influence of Style in Dog Training 57:04 Learning from the Best: A Trainer's Journey 58:27 Evolving Training Methods and Personal Experiences 59:38 The Process of Training: Consistency vs. Competition 01:00:25 Casual Approaches to Puppy Development 01:01:19 The Importance of Natural Hunting Experience 01:02:45 The Joy of Hunting: Balancing Fun and Training 01:04:35 The Future of Training: Trials and Competitions 01:05:44 The Role of Standards in Dog Training 01:07:02 Comparing Historical and Modern Training Standards 01:08:09 The Need for Real-World Testing in Trials 01:12:14 Future Plans and Goals in Dog Training 01:18:42 Creating Accessible Training Resources 01:23:48 Finding Balance in Life and Training Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer and guest Bob Owens delve into the nuances of dog training, particularly focusing on the debate between force fetch and fun fetch methods. They reflect on personal experiences, the importance of resilience in dogs, and the role of pressure and reward in training. The conversation emphasizes the significance of attitude in training, the necessity of consequences for inaction, and the value of adversity in developing a confident and adaptable dog. Throughout the discussion, they pay tribute to a friend and mentor, highlighting the emotional connections that underpin their passion for dog training. In this engaging conversation, Grayson Guyer and Bob Owens delve into the complexities of dog training, discussing resilience, training methods, and the evolution of techniques over time. They explore the importance of personality in dogs, the balance between training and enjoyment, and the future of dog training competitions. The discussion emphasizes the need for accessible training resources and the significance of maintaining standards in the field. Throughout, they share personal experiences and insights, making it clear that dog training is as much an art as it is a science. Visit Lone Duck: https://loneduckoutfitters.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooHN8aLhnQxw5LPU4XeK465060LR6C82XqnutsAkJurwFq9KjaW Visit Lost Highway: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Remembrance

05:36 Training Insights with Pat Nolan

11:01 The Role of Reward-Based Training

16:29 Consequences in Training

22:06 Critique of Training Systems

27:01 Understanding Dog Training Attitudes

31:06 Navigating Pain and Uncomfortability in Training

32:56 The Art of Dog Training: Balancing Pressure and Praise

34:35 Learning and Growing as Trainers

37:19 The Value of DIY Training for Beginners

38:44 Consequences and Overcoming Adversity in Training

41:08 The Importance of Teaching Dogs to Handle Adversity

42:34 Resilience vs. Pain in Dog Training

44:25 Marketing and Misconceptions in Dog Training Methods

45:37 The Evolution of Dog Training Techniques

48:19 The Impact of Style and Precision in Training

51:00 Personality and Individuality in Dogs

54:14 Good Training: A Universal Standard

55:43 The Influence of Style in Dog Training

57:04 Learning from the Best: A Trainer's Journey

58:27 Evolving Training Methods and Personal Experiences

59:38 The Process of Training: Consistency vs. Competition

01:00:25 Casual Approaches to Puppy Development

01:01:19 The Importance of Natural Hunting Experience

01:02:45 The Joy of Hunting: Balancing Fun and Training

01:04:35 The Future of Training: Trials and Competitions

01:05:44 The Role of Standards in Dog Training

01:07:02 Comparing Historical and Modern Training Standards

01:08:09 The Need for Real-World Testing in Trials

01:12:14 Future Plans and Goals in Dog Training

01:18:42 Creating Accessible Training Resources

01:23:48 Finding Balance in Life and Training


Summary


In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer and guest Bob Owens delve into the nuances of dog training, particularly focusing on the debate between force fetch and fun fetch methods. They reflect on personal experiences, the importance of resilience in dogs, and the role of pressure and reward in training. The conversation emphasizes the significance of attitude in training, the necessity of consequences for inaction, and the value of adversity in developing a confident and adaptable dog. Throughout the discussion, they pay tribute to a friend and mentor, highlighting the emotional connections that underpin their passion for dog training. In this engaging conversation, Grayson Guyer and Bob Owens delve into the complexities of dog training, discussing resilience, training methods, and the evolution of techniques over time. They explore the importance of personality in dogs, the balance between training and enjoyment, and the future of dog training competitions. The discussion emphasizes the need for accessible training resources and the significance of maintaining standards in the field. Throughout, they share personal experiences and insights, making it clear that dog training is as much an art as it is a science.


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]]> 5249 Prong Collar Vs Pinch Collar Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses his approach to training a new lab, focusing on the importance of understanding different types of collars and their applications in dog training. He emphasizes the significance of context in training, the balance between control and freedom, and shares insights on dog food choices based on personal experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Companion Gun Dogs 00:25 Starting a New Lab: The British Approach 01:40 Training Techniques for Multi-Purpose Dogs 02:55 Understanding Mechanical Advantage Collars 04:11 Introducing the Pinch Collar 08:00 Using the Prong Collar Effectively 21:13 Transitioning to Prong Collars 26:21 Dog Food Transition and Recommendations Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:41:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses his approach to training a new lab, focusing on the importance of understanding different types of collars and their applications in dog training. He emphasizes the significance of context in training, the balance between control and freedom, and shares insights on dog food choices based on personal experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Companion Gun Dogs 00:25 Starting a New Lab: The British Approach 01:40 Training Techniques for Multi-Purpose Dogs 02:55 Understanding Mechanical Advantage Collars 04:11 Introducing the Pinch Collar 08:00 Using the Prong Collar Effectively 21:13 Transitioning to Prong Collars 26:21 Dog Food Transition and Recommendations Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Summary


In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses his approach to training a new lab, focusing on the importance of understanding different types of collars and their applications in dog training. He emphasizes the significance of context in training, the balance between control and freedom, and shares insights on dog food choices based on personal experiences.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Companion Gun Dogs

00:25 Starting a New Lab: The British Approach

01:40 Training Techniques for Multi-Purpose Dogs

02:55 Understanding Mechanical Advantage Collars

04:11 Introducing the Pinch Collar

08:00 Using the Prong Collar Effectively

21:13 Transitioning to Prong Collars

26:21 Dog Food Transition and Recommendations


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]]> 1967 Canoe Dog Diaries; Cornwallis' Treasure Along the Banks of Abbott's Creek Check out the article that inspired this podcast: https://fieldethos.com/sportsmans-ghost-story/ Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and reflections while paddling on Abbotts Creek. He discusses local history, particularly a story about General Cornwallis during the American Revolution, and how it connects to the area. Grayson also reflects on his personal connection to the land and the importance of community. He shares insights on utilizing companion gundogs for hunting and expresses gratitude to his supporters on Patreon. Chapters 00:00 Canoeing and Hunting Adventures 04:00 Ghost Stories and Local Lore 13:05 Reflections on Connection to Place Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Consider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/losthighwaykennels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:55:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Check out the article that inspired this podcast: https://fieldethos.com/sportsmans-ghost-story/ Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and reflections while paddling on Abbotts Creek. He discusses local history, particularly a story about General Cornwallis during the American Revolution, and how it connects to the area. Grayson also reflects on his personal connection to the land and the importance of community. He shares insights on utilizing companion gundogs for hunting and expresses gratitude to his supporters on Patreon. Chapters 00:00 Canoeing and Hunting Adventures 04:00 Ghost Stories and Local Lore 13:05 Reflections on Connection to Place Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Consider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/c/losthighwaykennels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Check out the article that inspired this podcast: https://fieldethos.com/sportsmans-ghost-story/


Summary


In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and reflections while paddling on Abbotts Creek. He discusses local history, particularly a story about General Cornwallis during the American Revolution, and how it connects to the area. Grayson also reflects on his personal connection to the land and the importance of community. He shares insights on utilizing companion gundogs for hunting and expresses gratitude to his supporters on Patreon.


Chapters


00:00 Canoeing and Hunting Adventures

04:00 Ghost Stories and Local Lore

13:05 Reflections on Connection to Place


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]]> 1543 Training Insights with Nate Czarnota Summary In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer explore various aspects of dog training, focusing on behavioral principles, the Keeler Method, and the importance of mentorship. They discuss the significance of building drive in dogs, the role of pressure in training, and the ethical considerations that trainers must navigate. The conversation emphasizes the need for pragmatism in training, the value of emotional conditioning, and the benefits of cross-pollination between different training techniques. In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer delve into the intricacies of dog training, focusing on the distinction between training methods and the intent behind them. They explore the importance of classical conditioning in shaping dog behavior and the emotional narratives that influence training outcomes. The discussion emphasizes the significance of perception in understanding dog behavior and the depth of the human-dog relationship, highlighting how mutual cooperation and understanding can enhance training effectiveness. Chapters 00:00 Behavioral Principles in Interpersonal Relationships 05:35 Introduction to Dog Training and Mentorship 11:07 Understanding the Keeler Method's Principles 13:46 Influences and Evolution in Dog Training 16:36 Cross-Pollination of Training Methods 19:33 Learning from Diverse Trainers 21:59 Concepts vs. Methods in Dog Training 33:34 Transitioning to Off-Leash Training 35:43 Cross-Pollination of Training Disciplines 37:43 The Pressure of Instant Gratification in Training 39:45 Building Drive and Incremental Progress 41:03 Understanding Drive vs. Behavioral Issues 43:38 The Importance of Emotional Bottoms in Training 47:47 Stress Inoculation and Drive Management 51:12 Classical vs. Operant Conditioning in Training 57:11 Pragmatism in Dog Training Ethics 01:05:07 Ethics in Dog Training 01:07:43 The Role of Testing and Standards 01:15:21 Classical Conditioning and Emotional Narrative 01:23:32 Cooperation and the Human-Dog Bond 01:32:03 Empathy in Dog Training 01:32:47 Genetic Considerations in Working Dogs 01:34:18 Building Resilience in Sporting Dogs 01:34:48 Understanding Emotional Elasticity in Dogs 01:35:38 The Balance of Sensitivity and Drive 01:37:03 Navigating Contradictory Traits in Breeds 01:38:16 The Importance of Conditioning in Training 01:40:02 Classical Conditioning and Drive Management 01:41:22 Creating Neutral States in Training 01:42:25 Perception and Reality in Dog Behavior 01:44:22 The Power of Positive Language in Training 01:46:51 Learning from Mistakes in Training 01:48:48 Adapting Training to Individual Dogs 01:50:14 The Role of Empathy in Training 01:51:23 Mutual Benefit in Dog-Human Relationships 01:53:16 The Depth of the Gun Dog Relationship Visit Nate's Website: https://www.ironoakdogs.com/ Visit Grayson's Website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Summary In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer explore various aspects of dog training, focusing on behavioral principles, the Keeler Method, and the importance of mentorship. They discuss the significance of building drive in dogs, the role of pressure in training, and the ethical considerations that trainers must navigate. The conversation emphasizes the need for pragmatism in training, the value of emotional conditioning, and the benefits of cross-pollination between different training techniques. In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer delve into the intricacies of dog training, focusing on the distinction between training methods and the intent behind them. They explore the importance of classical conditioning in shaping dog behavior and the emotional narratives that influence training outcomes. The discussion emphasizes the significance of perception in understanding dog behavior and the depth of the human-dog relationship, highlighting how mutual cooperation and understanding can enhance training effectiveness. Chapters 00:00 Behavioral Principles in Interpersonal Relationships 05:35 Introduction to Dog Training and Mentorship 11:07 Understanding the Keeler Method's Principles 13:46 Influences and Evolution in Dog Training 16:36 Cross-Pollination of Training Methods 19:33 Learning from Diverse Trainers 21:59 Concepts vs. Methods in Dog Training 33:34 Transitioning to Off-Leash Training 35:43 Cross-Pollination of Training Disciplines 37:43 The Pressure of Instant Gratification in Training 39:45 Building Drive and Incremental Progress 41:03 Understanding Drive vs. Behavioral Issues 43:38 The Importance of Emotional Bottoms in Training 47:47 Stress Inoculation and Drive Management 51:12 Classical vs. Operant Conditioning in Training 57:11 Pragmatism in Dog Training Ethics 01:05:07 Ethics in Dog Training 01:07:43 The Role of Testing and Standards 01:15:21 Classical Conditioning and Emotional Narrative 01:23:32 Cooperation and the Human-Dog Bond 01:32:03 Empathy in Dog Training 01:32:47 Genetic Considerations in Working Dogs 01:34:18 Building Resilience in Sporting Dogs 01:34:48 Understanding Emotional Elasticity in Dogs 01:35:38 The Balance of Sensitivity and Drive 01:37:03 Navigating Contradictory Traits in Breeds 01:38:16 The Importance of Conditioning in Training 01:40:02 Classical Conditioning and Drive Management 01:41:22 Creating Neutral States in Training 01:42:25 Perception and Reality in Dog Behavior 01:44:22 The Power of Positive Language in Training 01:46:51 Learning from Mistakes in Training 01:48:48 Adapting Training to Individual Dogs 01:50:14 The Role of Empathy in Training 01:51:23 Mutual Benefit in Dog-Human Relationships 01:53:16 The Depth of the Gun Dog Relationship Visit Nate's Website: https://www.ironoakdogs.com/ Visit Grayson's Website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. 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In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer explore various aspects of dog training, focusing on behavioral principles, the Keeler Method, and the importance of mentorship. They discuss the significance of building drive in dogs, the role of pressure in training, and the ethical considerations that trainers must navigate. The conversation emphasizes the need for pragmatism in training, the value of emotional conditioning, and the benefits of cross-pollination between different training techniques. In this conversation, Nate Czarnota and Grayson Guyer delve into the intricacies of dog training, focusing on the distinction between training methods and the intent behind them. They explore the importance of classical conditioning in shaping dog behavior and the emotional narratives that influence training outcomes. The discussion emphasizes the significance of perception in understanding dog behavior and the depth of the human-dog relationship, highlighting how mutual cooperation and understanding can enhance training effectiveness.


Chapters


00:00 Behavioral Principles in Interpersonal Relationships

05:35 Introduction to Dog Training and Mentorship

11:07 Understanding the Keeler Method's Principles

13:46 Influences and Evolution in Dog Training

16:36 Cross-Pollination of Training Methods

19:33 Learning from Diverse Trainers

21:59 Concepts vs. Methods in Dog Training

33:34 Transitioning to Off-Leash Training

35:43 Cross-Pollination of Training Disciplines

37:43 The Pressure of Instant Gratification in Training

39:45 Building Drive and Incremental Progress

41:03 Understanding Drive vs. Behavioral Issues

43:38 The Importance of Emotional Bottoms in Training

47:47 Stress Inoculation and Drive Management

51:12 Classical vs. Operant Conditioning in Training

57:11 Pragmatism in Dog Training Ethics

01:05:07 Ethics in Dog Training

01:07:43 The Role of Testing and Standards

01:15:21 Classical Conditioning and Emotional Narrative

01:23:32 Cooperation and the Human-Dog Bond

01:32:03 Empathy in Dog Training

01:32:47 Genetic Considerations in Working Dogs

01:34:18 Building Resilience in Sporting Dogs

01:34:48 Understanding Emotional Elasticity in Dogs

01:35:38 The Balance of Sensitivity and Drive

01:37:03 Navigating Contradictory Traits in Breeds

01:38:16 The Importance of Conditioning in Training

01:40:02 Classical Conditioning and Drive Management

01:41:22 Creating Neutral States in Training

01:42:25 Perception and Reality in Dog Behavior

01:44:22 The Power of Positive Language in Training

01:46:51 Learning from Mistakes in Training

01:48:48 Adapting Training to Individual Dogs

01:50:14 The Role of Empathy in Training

01:51:23 Mutual Benefit in Dog-Human Relationships

01:53:16 The Depth of the Gun Dog Relationship


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]]> 7151 The Method to Rule All Methods Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Summer Training Overview 07:03 New Chapter 3 07:06 New Chapter 2 07:06 New Chapter 08:04 The Method to Rule Them All 21:47 Emulating and Playing in Dog Training 28:09 The Journey of Learning and Behavior Change 30:29 New Chapter 4 Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares insights from his summer training sessions with various dogs, discusses the breeding journey of his dog Winnie, and delves into his philosophy on dog training. He emphasizes the importance of mastering foundational skills, the role of play in training, and the value of emulating successful methods. Grayson also reflects on the journey of learning and the significance of keeping training engaging and enjoyable for both the trainer and the dog. Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Please consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 05 Aug 2025 14:21:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Summer Training Overview 07:03 New Chapter 3 07:06 New Chapter 2 07:06 New Chapter 08:04 The Method to Rule Them All 21:47 Emulating and Playing in Dog Training 28:09 The Journey of Learning and Behavior Change 30:29 New Chapter 4 Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares insights from his summer training sessions with various dogs, discusses the breeding journey of his dog Winnie, and delves into his philosophy on dog training. He emphasizes the importance of mastering foundational skills, the role of play in training, and the value of emulating successful methods. Grayson also reflects on the journey of learning and the significance of keeping training engaging and enjoyable for both the trainer and the dog. Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Please consider becoming a Patron: https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Summer Training Overview

07:03 New Chapter 3

07:06 New Chapter 2

07:06 New Chapter

08:04 The Method to Rule Them All

21:47 Emulating and Playing in Dog Training

28:09 The Journey of Learning and Behavior Change

30:29 New Chapter 4


Summary


In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares insights from his summer training sessions with various dogs, discusses the breeding journey of his dog Winnie, and delves into his philosophy on dog training. He emphasizes the importance of mastering foundational skills, the role of play in training, and the value of emulating successful methods. Grayson also reflects on the journey of learning and the significance of keeping training engaging and enjoyable for both the trainer and the dog.


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]]> 1971 Back to Basics Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his personal connection to a local reservoir, the importance of public land and conservation efforts, and his evolving philosophy on dog training. He discusses the balance between modern training methods and traditional techniques, emphasizing the value of simplicity and personal interaction with dogs. Grayson also shares insights on the role of technology in training and the need for a return to basics in a fast-paced world. Please consider joining my Patreon if you'd like to support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/c/losthighwaykennels Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:30:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his personal connection to a local reservoir, the importance of public land and conservation efforts, and his evolving philosophy on dog training. He discusses the balance between modern training methods and traditional techniques, emphasizing the value of simplicity and personal interaction with dogs. Grayson also shares insights on the role of technology in training and the need for a return to basics in a fast-paced world. Please consider joining my Patreon if you'd like to support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/c/losthighwaykennels Visit my website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Summary


In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his personal connection to a local reservoir, the importance of public land and conservation efforts, and his evolving philosophy on dog training. He discusses the balance between modern training methods and traditional techniques, emphasizing the value of simplicity and personal interaction with dogs. Grayson also shares insights on the role of technology in training and the need for a return to basics in a fast-paced world.


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]]> 2746 What Even is Retrieving? keywords fishing, carp, dog training, retrieving, Patreon, social media, hunting, webinars, food-based training, force-fetch summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and challenges while site fishing for carp. He discusses the preparations he made, including launching a Patreon to support his podcast and share knowledge about dog training. Grayson delves into various retrieving techniques, the social aspects of dog training, and the effectiveness of food-based training systems. He emphasizes the importance of trial and error in training and concludes with a call to action for listeners to support his Patreon. takeaways Grayson shares his fishing experiences and challenges. He discusses the importance of preparation for fishing trips. Launching a Patreon allows him to share knowledge and cover costs. Retrieving techniques can vary and should be adapted to the dog. Social aspects of dog training are crucial for success. Food-based training systems can be effective for many dogs. Trial and error is a natural part of the training process. It's important to maintain a moral compass in training. Different training methods can coexist and be beneficial. Support from listeners helps sustain the podcast and its content. titles Fishing for Carp: A Journey of Patience Navigating the Waters of Dog Training Sound Bites "I have not done that in three years." "Retrieving is a big picture type of deal." "You should do whatever you want to do." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carp Fishing and Podcasting Journey 04:12 Launching a Patreon and Sharing Knowledge 08:31 Holistic Approaches to Retrieving 14:12 Understanding Retrieving: Techniques and Perspectives 26:03 Training Systems: Food vs. Force-Fetch Techniques https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Jun 2025 11:56:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey keywords fishing, carp, dog training, retrieving, Patreon, social media, hunting, webinars, food-based training, force-fetch summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and challenges while site fishing for carp. He discusses the preparations he made, including launching a Patreon to support his podcast and share knowledge about dog training. Grayson delves into various retrieving techniques, the social aspects of dog training, and the effectiveness of food-based training systems. He emphasizes the importance of trial and error in training and concludes with a call to action for listeners to support his Patreon. takeaways Grayson shares his fishing experiences and challenges. He discusses the importance of preparation for fishing trips. Launching a Patreon allows him to share knowledge and cover costs. Retrieving techniques can vary and should be adapted to the dog. Social aspects of dog training are crucial for success. Food-based training systems can be effective for many dogs. Trial and error is a natural part of the training process. It's important to maintain a moral compass in training. Different training methods can coexist and be beneficial. Support from listeners helps sustain the podcast and its content. titles Fishing for Carp: A Journey of Patience Navigating the Waters of Dog Training Sound Bites "I have not done that in three years." "Retrieving is a big picture type of deal." "You should do whatever you want to do." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carp Fishing and Podcasting Journey 04:12 Launching a Patreon and Sharing Knowledge 08:31 Holistic Approaches to Retrieving 14:12 Understanding Retrieving: Techniques and Perspectives 26:03 Training Systems: Food vs. Force-Fetch Techniques https://patreon.com/losthighwaykennels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices keywords fishing, carp, dog training, retrieving, Patreon, social media, hunting, webinars, food-based training, force-fetch summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog podcast, host Grayson Guyer shares his experiences and challenges while site fishing for carp. He discusses the preparations he made, including launching a Patreon to support his podcast and share knowledge about dog training. Grayson delves into various retrieving techniques, the social aspects of dog training, and the effectiveness of food-based training systems. He emphasizes the importance of trial and error in training and concludes with a call to action for listeners to support his Patreon. takeaways Grayson shares his fishing experiences and challenges. He discusses the importance of preparation for fishing trips. Launching a Patreon allows him to share knowledge and cover costs. Retrieving techniques can vary and should be adapted to the dog. Social aspects of dog training are crucial for success. Food-based training systems can be effective for many dogs. Trial and error is a natural part of the training process. It's important to maintain a moral compass in training. Different training methods can coexist and be beneficial. Support from listeners helps sustain the podcast and its content. titles Fishing for Carp: A Journey of Patience Navigating the Waters of Dog Training Sound Bites "I have not done that in three years." "Retrieving is a big picture type of deal." "You should do whatever you want to do." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Carp Fishing and Podcasting Journey 04:12 Launching a Patreon and Sharing Knowledge 08:31 Holistic Approaches to Retrieving 14:12 Understanding Retrieving: Techniques and Perspectives 26:03 Training Systems: Food vs. Force-Fetch Techniques
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]]> 2334 Thoughts on Chase in Gundogs. Do we take it out of them? Keywords dog training, chase management, predatory sequence, pointing dogs, retrievers, obedience training, summer retrieve camp, dog behavior, training techniques, hunting dogs Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses the concept of 'chase' in dog training, particularly in relation to pointing dogs and retrievers. He shares insights from his summer retrieve camp, emphasizing the importance of understanding chase as a part of the predatory sequence. Grayson explores how chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool in training, detailing techniques for effectively incorporating chase into obedience and hunting scenarios. He concludes with reflections on the evolving nature of training methods and the significance of adaptability in dog training. Takeaways Chase is a significant aspect of the predatory sequence in dogs. Understanding chase can enhance training effectiveness. Chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool. The act of releasing a dog can serve as a powerful reinforcer. Training should focus on building momentum and excitement. Chase management is crucial for maintaining a dog's attitude during training. Different dogs may require different approaches to chase management. The importance of adaptability in training methods is emphasized. Engaging with the dog’s natural instincts can improve training outcomes. The podcast aims to share insights and experiences in dog training. Titles The Dynamics of Chase in Dog Training Harnessing the Power of Chase in Retrievers Sound Bites "I want to talk about Chase." "I want you to want to run." "Thanks for being with us." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Training Camp 02:10 Understanding the Concept of Chase in Dog Training 08:09 The Role of Chase in the Predatory Sequence 14:02 Chase Management Techniques in Training 19:49 The Importance of Flexibility in Training Methods Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 09 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Keywords dog training, chase management, predatory sequence, pointing dogs, retrievers, obedience training, summer retrieve camp, dog behavior, training techniques, hunting dogs Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses the concept of 'chase' in dog training, particularly in relation to pointing dogs and retrievers. He shares insights from his summer retrieve camp, emphasizing the importance of understanding chase as a part of the predatory sequence. Grayson explores how chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool in training, detailing techniques for effectively incorporating chase into obedience and hunting scenarios. He concludes with reflections on the evolving nature of training methods and the significance of adaptability in dog training. Takeaways Chase is a significant aspect of the predatory sequence in dogs. Understanding chase can enhance training effectiveness. Chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool. The act of releasing a dog can serve as a powerful reinforcer. Training should focus on building momentum and excitement. Chase management is crucial for maintaining a dog's attitude during training. Different dogs may require different approaches to chase management. The importance of adaptability in training methods is emphasized. Engaging with the dog’s natural instincts can improve training outcomes. The podcast aims to share insights and experiences in dog training. Titles The Dynamics of Chase in Dog Training Harnessing the Power of Chase in Retrievers Sound Bites "I want to talk about Chase." "I want you to want to run." "Thanks for being with us." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Training Camp 02:10 Understanding the Concept of Chase in Dog Training 08:09 The Role of Chase in the Predatory Sequence 14:02 Chase Management Techniques in Training 19:49 The Importance of Flexibility in Training Methods Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Keywords dog training, chase management, predatory sequence, pointing dogs, retrievers, obedience training, summer retrieve camp, dog behavior, training techniques, hunting dogs Summary In this episode of the Companion Gundog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer discusses the concept of 'chase' in dog training, particularly in relation to pointing dogs and retrievers. He shares insights from his summer retrieve camp, emphasizing the importance of understanding chase as a part of the predatory sequence. Grayson explores how chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool in training, detailing techniques for effectively incorporating chase into obedience and hunting scenarios. He concludes with reflections on the evolving nature of training methods and the significance of adaptability in dog training. Takeaways Chase is a significant aspect of the predatory sequence in dogs. Understanding chase can enhance training effectiveness. Chase can be both a reinforcement and a management tool. The act of releasing a dog can serve as a powerful reinforcer. Training should focus on building momentum and excitement. Chase management is crucial for maintaining a dog's attitude during training. Different dogs may require different approaches to chase management. The importance of adaptability in training methods is emphasized. Engaging with the dog’s natural instincts can improve training outcomes. The podcast aims to share insights and experiences in dog training. Titles The Dynamics of Chase in Dog Training Harnessing the Power of Chase in Retrievers Sound Bites "I want to talk about Chase." "I want you to want to run." "Thanks for being with us." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Training Camp 02:10 Understanding the Concept of Chase in Dog Training 08:09 The Role of Chase in the Predatory Sequence 14:02 Chase Management Techniques in Training 19:49 The Importance of Flexibility in Training Methods

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]]> 1863 no Arousal vs Drive and the Making of a Canoe Dog Keywords dog training, arousal, drive, bird dogs, canoe, dog behavior, training techniques, dog trainers, pet training, hunting dogs Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on the loss of dog training mentor Mo Lindley, discussing his impact on the dog training community. The conversation then shifts to the concepts of arousal and drive in dog training, exploring their definitions, differences, and implications for training techniques. Grayson shares insights from various dog training experts, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for effective training and behavior management in dogs. Takeaways Mo Lindley was a significant influence in dog training. Arousal and drive are often confused in dog training. High arousal can lead to unproductive behaviors in dogs. Drive is a productive state that motivates dogs. Understanding a dog's arousal can help in training. High drive dogs can be easier to train if managed well. Arousal is simply a state of being awake and alert. Expert opinions highlight the importance of drive in training. Training techniques can influence a dog's arousal levels. The podcast aims to educate listeners on effective dog training methods. Titles Navigating Arousal and Drive in Dog Training The Legacy of Mo Lindley in Dog Training Understanding Dog Behavior: Arousal vs. Drive Expert Insights on Dog Training Techniques Sound Bites "It's just a big loss." "Arousal is the state of awake or stimulated." "We can influence a dog's arousal." "High arousal is not productive." "Drive motivates the dog." "Light beer is arousal, whiskey is drive." "High drive is productive." "Thanks for listening." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Reflection on Loss 05:10 Arousal vs. Drive in Dog Training 18:00 Understanding Arousal and Drive Definitions 39:47 Insights from Experts on Arousal and Drive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 02 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Keywords dog training, arousal, drive, bird dogs, canoe, dog behavior, training techniques, dog trainers, pet training, hunting dogs Summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on the loss of dog training mentor Mo Lindley, discussing his impact on the dog training community. The conversation then shifts to the concepts of arousal and drive in dog training, exploring their definitions, differences, and implications for training techniques. Grayson shares insights from various dog training experts, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for effective training and behavior management in dogs. Takeaways Mo Lindley was a significant influence in dog training. Arousal and drive are often confused in dog training. High arousal can lead to unproductive behaviors in dogs. Drive is a productive state that motivates dogs. Understanding a dog's arousal can help in training. High drive dogs can be easier to train if managed well. Arousal is simply a state of being awake and alert. Expert opinions highlight the importance of drive in training. Training techniques can influence a dog's arousal levels. The podcast aims to educate listeners on effective dog training methods. Titles Navigating Arousal and Drive in Dog Training The Legacy of Mo Lindley in Dog Training Understanding Dog Behavior: Arousal vs. Drive Expert Insights on Dog Training Techniques Sound Bites "It's just a big loss." "Arousal is the state of awake or stimulated." "We can influence a dog's arousal." "High arousal is not productive." "Drive motivates the dog." "Light beer is arousal, whiskey is drive." "High drive is productive." "Thanks for listening." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Reflection on Loss 05:10 Arousal vs. Drive in Dog Training 18:00 Understanding Arousal and Drive Definitions 39:47 Insights from Experts on Arousal and Drive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Keywords

dog training, arousal, drive, bird dogs, canoe, dog behavior, training techniques, dog trainers, pet training, hunting dogs

Summary

In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on the loss of dog training mentor Mo Lindley, discussing his impact on the dog training community. The conversation then shifts to the concepts of arousal and drive in dog training, exploring their definitions, differences, and implications for training techniques. Grayson shares insights from various dog training experts, emphasizing the importance of understanding these concepts for effective training and behavior management in dogs.

Takeaways

  • Mo Lindley was a significant influence in dog training.
  • Arousal and drive are often confused in dog training.
  • High arousal can lead to unproductive behaviors in dogs.
  • Drive is a productive state that motivates dogs.
  • Understanding a dog's arousal can help in training.
  • High drive dogs can be easier to train if managed well.
  • Arousal is simply a state of being awake and alert.
  • Expert opinions highlight the importance of drive in training.
  • Training techniques can influence a dog's arousal levels.
  • The podcast aims to educate listeners on effective dog training methods.

Titles

  • Navigating Arousal and Drive in Dog Training
  • The Legacy of Mo Lindley in Dog Training
  • Understanding Dog Behavior: Arousal vs. Drive
  • Expert Insights on Dog Training Techniques

Sound Bites

  • "It's just a big loss."
  • "Arousal is the state of awake or stimulated."
  • "We can influence a dog's arousal."
  • "High arousal is not productive."
  • "Drive motivates the dog."
  • "Light beer is arousal, whiskey is drive."
  • "High drive is productive."
  • "Thanks for listening."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Reflection on Loss

05:10

Arousal vs. Drive in Dog Training

18:00

Understanding Arousal and Drive Definitions

39:47

Insights from Experts on Arousal and Drive


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]]> 2877 "24-'25 Woodcock Season Recap and Future Plans https://losthighwaykennels.com/ keywords hunting, woodcock, dog training, outdoor recreation, personal growth, webinars, wildlife, nature, hunting season, podcast summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his recent hunting season, sharing insights on his experiences with Woodcock hunting, the growth of his dogs, and the importance of training with wild birds. He discusses the magic of the Woodcock, the challenges faced during the season, and his plans for future training and webinars. Grayson emphasizes the significance of living in the present and enjoying the outdoors, while also addressing the impact of weather on bird populations and the evolution of Woodcock hunting culture in the Southeast. takeaways Grayson reflects on the long stretch since his last podcast. He expresses gratitude for listeners who remained subscribed. The hunting season has been a time of personal growth. Woodcock hunting is both challenging and rewarding. Grayson enjoys the magic of hunting Woodcock. He emphasizes the importance of training dogs with wild birds. Future plans include webinars and online instruction. Weather impacts bird populations significantly. Grayson is interested in the history of Woodcock hunting in the Southeast. He appreciates the support from his listeners. titles Reflections on a Memorable Hunting Season The Art of Woodcock Hunting Sound Bites "Every day is the finish line" "We're not burning spots" "I really like the software" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Season Reflection 02:54 Hunting Experiences and Personal Growth 06:08 The Magic of Woodcock Hunting 09:00 Training Dogs and Future Plans 11:51 Wild Birds vs. Preserve Birds 18:02 Weather Impact on Hunting and Bird Populations 30:11 Conclusion and Future Content Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey keywords hunting, woodcock, dog training, outdoor recreation, personal growth, webinars, wildlife, nature, hunting season, podcast summary In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his recent hunting season, sharing insights on his experiences with Woodcock hunting, the growth of his dogs, and the importance of training with wild birds. He discusses the magic of the Woodcock, the challenges faced during the season, and his plans for future training and webinars. Grayson emphasizes the significance of living in the present and enjoying the outdoors, while also addressing the impact of weather on bird populations and the evolution of Woodcock hunting culture in the Southeast. takeaways Grayson reflects on the long stretch since his last podcast. He expresses gratitude for listeners who remained subscribed. The hunting season has been a time of personal growth. Woodcock hunting is both challenging and rewarding. Grayson enjoys the magic of hunting Woodcock. He emphasizes the importance of training dogs with wild birds. Future plans include webinars and online instruction. Weather impacts bird populations significantly. Grayson is interested in the history of Woodcock hunting in the Southeast. He appreciates the support from his listeners. titles Reflections on a Memorable Hunting Season The Art of Woodcock Hunting Sound Bites "Every day is the finish line" "We're not burning spots" "I really like the software" Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Season Reflection 02:54 Hunting Experiences and Personal Growth 06:08 The Magic of Woodcock Hunting 09:00 Training Dogs and Future Plans 11:51 Wild Birds vs. Preserve Birds 18:02 Weather Impact on Hunting and Bird Populations 30:11 Conclusion and Future Content Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices keywords

hunting, woodcock, dog training, outdoor recreation, personal growth, webinars, wildlife, nature, hunting season, podcast

summary

In this episode of the Companion Gun Dog Podcast, host Grayson Guyer reflects on his recent hunting season, sharing insights on his experiences with Woodcock hunting, the growth of his dogs, and the importance of training with wild birds. He discusses the magic of the Woodcock, the challenges faced during the season, and his plans for future training and webinars. Grayson emphasizes the significance of living in the present and enjoying the outdoors, while also addressing the impact of weather on bird populations and the evolution of Woodcock hunting culture in the Southeast.

takeaways

  • Grayson reflects on the long stretch since his last podcast.
  • He expresses gratitude for listeners who remained subscribed.
  • The hunting season has been a time of personal growth.
  • Woodcock hunting is both challenging and rewarding.
  • Grayson enjoys the magic of hunting Woodcock.
  • He emphasizes the importance of training dogs with wild birds.
  • Future plans include webinars and online instruction.
  • Weather impacts bird populations significantly.
  • Grayson is interested in the history of Woodcock hunting in the Southeast.
  • He appreciates the support from his listeners.

titles

  • Reflections on a Memorable Hunting Season
  • The Art of Woodcock Hunting

Sound Bites

  • "Every day is the finish line"
  • "We're not burning spots"
  • "I really like the software"


Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Season Reflection

02:54

Hunting Experiences and Personal Growth

06:08

The Magic of Woodcock Hunting

09:00

Training Dogs and Future Plans

11:51

Wild Birds vs. Preserve Birds

18:02

Weather Impact on Hunting and Bird Populations

30:11

Conclusion and Future Content Plans


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]]> 2045 "Perceived Pressure" and Resilience https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Emily and Grayson sit parse out the ever confusing concept of perceived pressure. They also discuss resilience and its importance in gundog training. Visit our sponsors: https://uglydoghunting.com/ https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Emily and Grayson sit parse out the ever confusing concept of perceived pressure. They also discuss resilience and its importance in gundog training. Visit our sponsors: https://uglydoghunting.com/ https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Emily and Grayson sit parse out the ever confusing concept of perceived pressure. They also discuss resilience and its importance in gundog training.

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]]> 4853 Goodbye Ella https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:51:10 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2431 A Conversation with Jim McCafferty: Author of Bird Dog Man https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson speaks with writer, James T. McCafferty about his new book, Bird Dog Man, The Story of W.W. Titus, Father of the National Bird Championshipo Field Trials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:31:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson speaks with writer, James T. McCafferty about his new book, Bird Dog Man, The Story of W.W. Titus, Father of the National Bird Championshipo Field Trials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson speaks with writer, James T. McCafferty about his new book, Bird Dog Man, The Story of W.W. Titus, Father of the National Bird Championshipo Field Trials

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]]> 5553 The Non-Training Gundog Culture With Cap'n Stump and Connell Musings on wasted effort, wasted talent, and wasted youth from Cap'n Stump's porch. We talked about old timers and old meat dogs, and a simpler way of thinking about gundog training. Visit our sponsor: https://uglydoghunting.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:08:30 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Musings on wasted effort, wasted talent, and wasted youth from Cap'n Stump's porch. We talked about old timers and old meat dogs, and a simpler way of thinking about gundog training. Visit our sponsor: https://uglydoghunting.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Musings on wasted effort, wasted talent, and wasted youth from Cap'n Stump's porch. We talked about old timers and old meat dogs, and a simpler way of thinking about gundog training.

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]]> 5456 The Art of Dog Training With Francis Metcalf (Canine Circus School) https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson chats with on of his earliest dog training influences. Francis Metcalf is a man of diverse interests. A ringsport OG, pet trainer, trick training enthusiast, and artist, he has helped shaped the culture of American Dog training for more than three decades. Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit Grayson's Website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson chats with on of his earliest dog training influences. Francis Metcalf is a man of diverse interests. A ringsport OG, pet trainer, trick training enthusiast, and artist, he has helped shaped the culture of American Dog training for more than three decades. Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit Grayson's Website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson chats with on of his earliest dog training influences. Francis Metcalf is a man of diverse interests. A ringsport OG, pet trainer, trick training enthusiast, and artist, he has helped shaped the culture of American Dog training for more than three decades.

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]]> 7670 E-Collars https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Grayson muses on all things e-collar and talks through his collar conditioning process. Visit our sponsor https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit our website https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson muses on all things e-collar and talks through his collar conditioning process. Visit our sponsor https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit our website https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson muses on all things e-collar and talks through his collar conditioning process.

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]]> 4317 Group Class #1 Syllabus and Puppy Update Grayson lays out his objectives for the first summertime group class at Lost Highway Kennels.  There are currently three puppies being started by Grayson: Ripple (Cecil x Althea repeat) is a 15 week old Labrador Van (son of Pete) is a 6 month old Epagneul Breton Unnamed Red Girl (Grandaughter of Lucy) is a 12 week old labrador Follow along with their progress over the next several episodes.   Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 03 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson lays out his objectives for the first summertime group class at Lost Highway Kennels.  There are currently three puppies being started by Grayson: Ripple (Cecil x Althea repeat) is a 15 week old Labrador Van (son of Pete) is a 6 month old Epagneul Breton Unnamed Red Girl (Grandaughter of Lucy) is a 12 week old labrador Follow along with their progress over the next several episodes.   Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson lays out his objectives for the first summertime group class at Lost Highway Kennels. 

There are currently three puppies being started by Grayson:

Ripple (Cecil x Althea repeat) is a 15 week old Labrador

Van (son of Pete) is a 6 month old Epagneul Breton

Unnamed Red Girl (Grandaughter of Lucy) is a 12 week old labrador

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]]> 2536 Trial and Collar Wise Dogs with Ben Lepinski https://losthighwaykennels.com Ben Lepinski of Lepinski K9 Services joins me to share his thoughts on avoiding equipment issues and making trial wise dogs. Ben is a high level competitor in protection sports and hobbiest retriever trainer. For a more complete bio and dive into Ben's career please go back and listen to our last episode recorded in September of '23 where we reviewed Konrad Most's classic book Training Dogs; A Manual.  This time around Ben helps me work through the issue of equipment and trial wiseness in competition dogs.  Check out Ben's website to learn more about his services and upcoming events: https://www.lepinskik9.com   Grayson's website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Link to our sponsor: Ugly Dog Hunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:33:31 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Ben Lepinski of Lepinski K9 Services joins me to share his thoughts on avoiding equipment issues and making trial wise dogs. Ben is a high level competitor in protection sports and hobbiest retriever trainer. For a more complete bio and dive into Ben's career please go back and listen to our last episode recorded in September of '23 where we reviewed Konrad Most's classic book Training Dogs; A Manual.  This time around Ben helps me work through the issue of equipment and trial wiseness in competition dogs.  Check out Ben's website to learn more about his services and upcoming events: https://www.lepinskik9.com   Grayson's website: https://losthighwaykennels.com Link to our sponsor: Ugly Dog Hunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ben Lepinski of Lepinski K9 Services joins me to share his thoughts on avoiding equipment issues and making trial wise dogs. Ben is a high level competitor in protection sports and hobbiest retriever trainer. For a more complete bio and dive into Ben's career please go back and listen to our last episode recorded in September of '23 where we reviewed Konrad Most's classic book Training Dogs; A Manual. 

This time around Ben helps me work through the issue of equipment and trial wiseness in competition dogs. 

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]]> 5691 Advanced Concepts and Techniques for Finishing Pointing Dogs https://losthighwaykennels.com/ Grayson muses on concepts and techniques for pointing dog finished work. Listen closely for the sidebar on selection and the talent/temperament balance. Notes avaialable at: https://losthighwaykennels.com/   Visit my sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:30:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson muses on concepts and techniques for pointing dog finished work. Listen closely for the sidebar on selection and the talent/temperament balance. Notes avaialable at: https://losthighwaykennels.com/   Visit my sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson muses on concepts and techniques for pointing dog finished work. Listen closely for the sidebar on selection and the talent/temperament balance.


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]]> 2398 Season Recap and Althea's Worrisome Puppy Delivery https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson recaps his favorite hunting season to date, and tells the story of Althea's recent litter (the good, the bad, and the ugly).  Show notes available at: https://losthighwaykennels.com Visit our sponsor: Ugly Dog Hunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson recaps his favorite hunting season to date, and tells the story of Althea's recent litter (the good, the bad, and the ugly).  Show notes available at: https://losthighwaykennels.com Visit our sponsor: Ugly Dog Hunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson recaps his favorite hunting season to date, and tells the story of Althea's recent litter (the good, the bad, and the ugly). 

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]]> 3017 Raw Curious with Emily Shirey https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson shuts up and stays in his lane while Emily goes deep on all things when it comes to feeding a raw diet.  Link to show notes: https://losthighwaykennels.com/raw-curious-by-emily-shirey/   Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Feb 2024 14:53:58 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson shuts up and stays in his lane while Emily goes deep on all things when it comes to feeding a raw diet.  Link to show notes: https://losthighwaykennels.com/raw-curious-by-emily-shirey/   Visit our sponsor: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson shuts up and stays in his lane while Emily goes deep on all things when it comes to feeding a raw diet. 

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]]> 3271 The Ruark Challenge and Catching Up With Will Newell Will Newell is an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. We discuss the upcoming Saint Huberts trial and Will's new project, The Ruark Challenge. Saint Hubert Championship (America) Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3655244044704469/ McNabb Challenge (Inspiration for the Ruark Challenge): https://www.thefield.co.uk/macnab-challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Dec 2023 13:03:22 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Will Newell is an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. We discuss the upcoming Saint Huberts trial and Will's new project, The Ruark Challenge. Saint Hubert Championship (America) Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3655244044704469/ McNabb Challenge (Inspiration for the Ruark Challenge): https://www.thefield.co.uk/macnab-challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Will Newell is an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. We discuss the upcoming Saint Huberts trial and Will's new project, The Ruark Challenge.


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]]> 4394 The Victor Recall and Kibble Talk With Emily Shirey https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson and Emily sit down to discuss the recent recall on Victor dog food and it's impact on their businesses and daily lives. Emily goes deep on dog nutrition and the pet food industry. If you feed kibble to your performance dog this one is worth a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:29:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson and Emily sit down to discuss the recent recall on Victor dog food and it's impact on their businesses and daily lives. Emily goes deep on dog nutrition and the pet food industry. If you feed kibble to your performance dog this one is worth a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson and Emily sit down to discuss the recent recall on Victor dog food and it's impact on their businesses and daily lives. Emily goes deep on dog nutrition and the pet food industry. If you feed kibble to your performance dog this one is worth a listen.

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]]> 5210 Humans and Dogs; A Coevolution Grayson recaps his recent hunting trip, discusses changes to this Season's St Hubert's Trial, and muses about the origins of the relationship between man and dog. Visit our sponsor, Ugly Dog Hunting: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit our website; https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000 full 30 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson recaps his recent hunting trip, discusses changes to this Season's St Hubert's Trial, and muses about the origins of the relationship between man and dog. Visit our sponsor, Ugly Dog Hunting: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Visit our website; https://losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson recaps his recent hunting trip, discusses changes to this Season's St Hubert's Trial, and muses about the origins of the relationship between man and dog.


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]]> 2510 Doing Well and Doing Good; Ugly Dog Hunting with Mike Neiduski https://losthighwaykennels.com/ I sit down with my freiend, and new proprieter of the online hunting dog retailer, Ugly Dog Hunting, Mike Neiduski. Mike is a NAVHDA Senior Judge, conservation pro, avid hunter, and just an all around great guy.  After years of hemming and hawing over taking on a commercial sponsor, I am proud to announce my official affilliation with Ugly Dog Hunting. Mike and the Ugly Dog brand embody the values that make it an easy decision to partner with his business. Ugly Dog Hunting is the new title sponsor of the Companion Gundog Podcast.  Please visit the website to find your new favorite online hunting dog retailer https://www.uglydoghunting.com/   After that swing by https://losthighwaykennels.com for more information on professional services offered by yours truly.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:17:40 -0000 full 29 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey I sit down with my freiend, and new proprieter of the online hunting dog retailer, Ugly Dog Hunting, Mike Neiduski. Mike is a NAVHDA Senior Judge, conservation pro, avid hunter, and just an all around great guy.  After years of hemming and hawing over taking on a commercial sponsor, I am proud to announce my official affilliation with Ugly Dog Hunting. Mike and the Ugly Dog brand embody the values that make it an easy decision to partner with his business. Ugly Dog Hunting is the new title sponsor of the Companion Gundog Podcast.  Please visit the website to find your new favorite online hunting dog retailer https://www.uglydoghunting.com/   After that swing by https://losthighwaykennels.com for more information on professional services offered by yours truly.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices I sit down with my freiend, and new proprieter of the online hunting dog retailer, Ugly Dog Hunting, Mike Neiduski. Mike is a NAVHDA Senior Judge, conservation pro, avid hunter, and just an all around great guy. 

After years of hemming and hawing over taking on a commercial sponsor, I am proud to announce my official affilliation with Ugly Dog Hunting. Mike and the Ugly Dog brand embody the values that make it an easy decision to partner with his business.

Ugly Dog Hunting is the new title sponsor of the Companion Gundog Podcast. 

Please visit the website to find your new favorite online hunting dog retailer https://www.uglydoghunting.com/

 

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]]> 3980 HRC and the Versatile Breeds; A Waterfowl First Mindset With Landon Poplin https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson sits down with Landon Poplin to discuss training his German Wirehaired Pointer, Harker in the HRC testing system. Landon and Harker have achieved the title of Hunting Retriever Champion and are challenging the Grand Hunting Retriever Championship this fall.  Landon is the owner/operator of Wirehair Outdoors in Hamptonville, NC and is Lead Guide at George Hi Plantation in Garland, NC. He is a professional dog trainer, avid waterfowler, and upland enthusiast. Harker is only the fifth German Wirehaired Pointer to achieve the HRCH title and the first ever to challenge the Grand. Landon can be found at Wirehair Outdoors Facebook Page The Companion Gundog Podcast is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting. Ugly Dog is a brand that shares our values and commitment to delivering the absolute best quality and service to our community. Follow the link to find out more: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000 full 28 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson sits down with Landon Poplin to discuss training his German Wirehaired Pointer, Harker in the HRC testing system. Landon and Harker have achieved the title of Hunting Retriever Champion and are challenging the Grand Hunting Retriever Championship this fall.  Landon is the owner/operator of Wirehair Outdoors in Hamptonville, NC and is Lead Guide at George Hi Plantation in Garland, NC. He is a professional dog trainer, avid waterfowler, and upland enthusiast. Harker is only the fifth German Wirehaired Pointer to achieve the HRCH title and the first ever to challenge the Grand. Landon can be found at Wirehair Outdoors Facebook Page The Companion Gundog Podcast is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting. Ugly Dog is a brand that shares our values and commitment to delivering the absolute best quality and service to our community. Follow the link to find out more: https://www.uglydoghunting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson sits down with Landon Poplin to discuss training his German Wirehaired Pointer, Harker in the HRC testing system. Landon and Harker have achieved the title of Hunting Retriever Champion and are challenging the Grand Hunting Retriever Championship this fall. 

Landon is the owner/operator of Wirehair Outdoors in Hamptonville, NC and is Lead Guide at George Hi Plantation in Garland, NC. He is a professional dog trainer, avid waterfowler, and upland enthusiast. Harker is only the fifth German Wirehaired Pointer to achieve the HRCH title and the first ever to challenge the Grand. Landon can be found at Wirehair Outdoors Facebook Page

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]]> 3976 Canine Drive Management With Jerry Bradshaw https://losthighwaykennels.com Grayson speaks with Jerry Bradshaw about his approach to drive management in dog training. Jerry owns and operates Tarheel Canine in Sanford, North Carolina and is the found and executive director of Protection Sports Association. He has written and presented extensively on the drive model of training is a world renowned trainer of police dogs. Follow the links to the articles that prompted this interview:  Article on Drive Capping and Neutrality Part 1  Capping and Neutrality Part 2 Jerry can be found at Tarheel Canine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:56:00 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson speaks with Jerry Bradshaw about his approach to drive management in dog training. Jerry owns and operates Tarheel Canine in Sanford, North Carolina and is the found and executive director of Protection Sports Association. He has written and presented extensively on the drive model of training is a world renowned trainer of police dogs. Follow the links to the articles that prompted this interview:  Article on Drive Capping and Neutrality Part 1  Capping and Neutrality Part 2 Jerry can be found at Tarheel Canine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson speaks with Jerry Bradshaw about his approach to drive management in dog training. Jerry owns and operates Tarheel Canine in Sanford, North Carolina and is the found and executive director of Protection Sports Association. He has written and presented extensively on the drive model of training is a world renowned trainer of police dogs.

Follow the links to the articles that prompted this interview:

 Article on Drive Capping and Neutrality Part 1 

Capping and Neutrality Part 2

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]]> 6016 26: Book Review With Ben Lepinski (Konrad Most's Classic, Training Dogs; a Manual) https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/0fdccfac-2cff-11ec-8a0e-c3eff8d8da1e/podcasts/61f1c39a-202f-11ee-b0fa-3f2ca78564f4/episodes/www.losthighwaykennels.com Grayson and Ben sit down to discuss Konrad Most's timeless book. Ben Lepinski is a police dog trainer operating out of Richlands, North Carolina. He grew up training gundogs and has made his name in the protection sports. Ben and his dog Fury are the reigning national champions in both American Schutzhund (AS III) and Protection Sports Association (PSA II). Learn more about Ben and his services at https://www.lepinskik9.com Visit Grayson at www.losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 05 Sep 2023 10:58:51 -0000 full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey What's Old is New Again Grayson and Ben sit down to discuss Konrad Most's timeless book. Ben Lepinski is a police dog trainer operating out of Richlands, North Carolina. He grew up training gundogs and has made his name in the protection sports. Ben and his dog Fury are the reigning national champions in both American Schutzhund (AS III) and Protection Sports Association (PSA II). Learn more about Ben and his services at https://www.lepinskik9.com Visit Grayson at www.losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson and Ben sit down to discuss Konrad Most's timeless book.

Ben Lepinski is a police dog trainer operating out of Richlands, North Carolina. He grew up training gundogs and has made his name in the protection sports. Ben and his dog Fury are the reigning national champions in both American Schutzhund (AS III) and Protection Sports Association (PSA II). Learn more about Ben and his services at https://www.lepinskik9.com


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]]> 6793 Dogs That Left Their Mark on Me https://losthighwaykennels.com/dogs-that-left-their-mark-on-me/ Dogs that have impacted my life as a dog trainer. Show notes: https://losthighwaykennels.com/dogs-that-left-their-mark-on-me/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:29:19 -0000 Dogs That Left Their Mark on Me full 25 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey An Autobiagrophy as Told Through Dogs Dogs that have impacted my life as a dog trainer. Show notes: https://losthighwaykennels.com/dogs-that-left-their-mark-on-me/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Dogs that have impacted my life as a dog trainer. Show notes: https://losthighwaykennels.com/dogs-that-left-their-mark-on-me/

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]]> 3919 Hard Mouth in Gundogs https://losthighwaykennels.com/hard-mouth-in-gundogs-2/ Grayson explores the causes of hard mouth on game and discusses tactics for overcoming this problematic behavior. Show notes available at https://losthighwaykennels.com/hard-mouth-in-gundogs-2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000 Hard Mouth in Gundogs full 24 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey What Are the Causes and How Do We Fix It Grayson explores the causes of hard mouth on game and discusses tactics for overcoming this problematic behavior. Show notes available at https://losthighwaykennels.com/hard-mouth-in-gundogs-2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson explores the causes of hard mouth on game and discusses tactics for overcoming this problematic behavior. Show notes available at https://losthighwaykennels.com/hard-mouth-in-gundogs-2/


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]]> 2857 What is Drive Capping and Why is it Important to You? https://losthighwaykennels.com/what-is-drive-capping-and-why-is-it-important-to-you/ Grayson attempts to define the term and explain how we can employ this knowledge in the training of gundogs. Show notes https://losthighwaykennels.com/what-is-drive-ca…important-to-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000 What is Drive Capping and Why is it Important to You? full 23 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Defining Drive Capping and Exploring its Relevance to Gundog Training Grayson attempts to define the term and explain how we can employ this knowledge in the training of gundogs. Show notes https://losthighwaykennels.com/what-is-drive-ca…important-to-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson attempts to define the term and explain how we can employ this knowledge in the training of gundogs. Show notes https://losthighwaykennels.com/what-is-drive-ca…important-to-you/

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]]> 2798 The Power of Pen Raised Birds in Training Pointers and Flushers Show notes in the learning center at www.losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:18:19 -0000 The Power of Pen Raised Birds in Training Pointers and Flushers full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Show notes in the learning center at www.losthighwaykennels.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Show notes in the learning center at www.losthighwaykennels.com

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]]> 3127 no Making ...Then Taming Monsters (Thoughts on Chase, Recall, and "Whoa") An attempt to organize my thoughts previously shared in earlier episodes and on other podcasts.  Managing chase, recall, and whoa as it relates to bird work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Jun 2023 21:03:20 -0000 Making ...Then Taming Monsters (Thoughts on Chase, Recall, and "Whoa") full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey An attempt to organize my thoughts previously shared in earlier episodes and on other podcasts.  Managing chase, recall, and whoa as it relates to bird work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An attempt to organize my thoughts previously shared in earlier episodes and on other podcasts.  Managing chase, recall, and whoa as it relates to bird work.

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]]> 4527 no Checking in with Cap'n Stump Kevin "Stump" Grant is the owner and operator of Pawleys Island Guide Service in the Pawleys Island, SC. He knows where all the honey holes are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:47:41 -0000 Checking in with Cap'n Stump full Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Kevin "Stump" Grant is the owner and operator of Pawleys Island Guide Service in the Pawleys Island, SC. He knows where all the honey holes are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Kevin "Stump" Grant is the owner and operator of Pawleys Island Guide Service in the Pawleys Island, SC. He knows where all the honey holes are.

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]]> 3474 yes Snake Aversion A concise explaination of the snake aversion clinics I offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 16 May 2023 10:36:32 -0000 Snake Aversion full 3 6 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey A concise explaination of the snake aversion clinics I offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A concise explaination of the snake aversion clinics I offer.

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]]> 2421 no A Thought Provoking Conversation with The Dogbone Hunter Grayson speaks with Jeremy Moore about tools, methods, and philosphies. Learning how to disagree respectfully and remembering that we're on the same team.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:27:04 -0000 A Thought Provoking Conversation with The Dogbone Hunter full 3 5 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson speaks with Jeremy Moore about tools, methods, and philosphies. Learning how to disagree respectfully and remembering that we're on the same team.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson speaks with Jeremy Moore about tools, methods, and philosphies. Learning how to disagree respectfully and remembering that we're on the same team.  

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]]> 7028 yes Companion Gundog Development Part 4: The Importance of Wild Birds Grayson sits down with Kevin "Stump" Grant of Pawley's Isand Guide Service and Hokumpoke Bretons. Link to show notes Show Notes  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:20:04 -0000 Companion Gundog Development Part 4: The Importance of Wild Birds full 3 4 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson sits down with Kevin "Stump" Grant of Pawley's Isand Guide Service and Hokumpoke Bretons. Link to show notes Show Notes  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson sits down with Kevin "Stump" Grant of Pawley's Isand Guide Service and Hokumpoke Bretons. Link to show notes Show Notes 

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]]> 5067 no Companion Gundogs Development Part 3: The First Year Afield (Pointing Dogs) Grayson and Emily discuss first year afield for companion gundogs.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:30:50 -0000 Companion Gundogs Development Part 3: The First Year Afield (Pointing Dogs) full 3 3 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson and Emily discuss first year afield for companion gundogs.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson and Emily discuss first year afield for companion gundogs.  

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]]> 4154 no Companion Gundogs Development Part 2: The Crate Grayson and Emily discuss the use of the crate in all life stages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0000 Companion Gundogs Development Part 2: The Crate full 3 2 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson and Emily discuss the use of the crate in all life stages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson and Emily discuss the use of the crate in all life stages.

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]]> 4778 no Companion Gundog Development Part 1: Selecting and Starting Your Puppy Follow link to noteshttps://losthighwaykennels.com/puppy-development/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Dec 2022 22:57:37 -0000 Companion Gundog Development Part 1: Selecting and Starting Your Puppy full 3 1 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Follow link to noteshttps://losthighwaykennels.com/puppy-development/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Follow link to noteshttps://losthighwaykennels.com/puppy-development/

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]]> 4435 no Bird Season is Here and Saint Hubert Trial Recap Grayson discusses the early part of the '22-'23 bird hunting and waterfowl season, and recaps our recent St Hubert Trial. He also makes a feeble attempt to layout future plans for Saint Hubert trials and kennel operations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:02:06 -0000 Bird Season is Here and Saint Hubert Trial Recap full 2 4 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson discusses the early part of the '22-'23 bird hunting and waterfowl season, and recaps our recent St Hubert Trial. He also makes a feeble attempt to layout future plans for Saint Hubert trials and kennel operations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 3668 no Force Fetch and Summer Program Recap We talk force fetch and discuss the all the recent goings on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Jul 2022 23:36:15 -0000 Force Fetch and Summer Program Recap full 2 3 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey We talk force fetch and discuss the all the recent goings on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4056 no Season 2; Episode 2: Consistency is Key Grayson and Emily chat about the importance of consistency in dog training.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 10 May 2022 21:30:01 -0000 Season 2; Episode 2: Consistency is Key full 2 2 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Grayson and Emily chat about the importance of consistency in dog training.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Grayson and Emily chat about the importance of consistency in dog training. 

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]]> 2454 no Season 2; Episode 1: 2021-'22 Season Review, Training and Hunting with Flushing Dogs Season in review, future plans, training flushers, and the Labrador as a shooting dog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:52:34 -0000 Season 2; Episode 1: 2021-'22 Season Review, Training and Hunting with Flushing Dogs full 2 2 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Season in review, future plans, training flushers, and the Labrador as a shooting dog Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 4088 yes Lesson 8: Our Program and Common Problems Encountered An overview of my program, and we touch on gushiness and other problems Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 18 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0000 Lesson 8: Our Program and Common Problems Encountered full 1 8 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey An overview of my program, and we touch on gushiness and other problems Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An overview of my program, and we touch on gushiness and other problems

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]]> 4394 no Lesson 7: Retrievers, an Overview Two novices talk Labradors, trialing, great trainers, and unpopular opinions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0000 Lesson 7: Retrievers, an Overview full 7 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Two novices talk Labradors, trialing, great trainers, and unpopular opinions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 5208 yes Training with Mo, By Martha Greenlee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Jul 2021 18:36:18 -0000 Training with Mo, By Martha Greenlee full 6 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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]]> 2902 no Lesson 5: Reward Based Training Systems 101 In this episode Emily from Shorthairs and Shotguns takes us on a deeper dive into the world of reward based training systems as they relate to gundog training. Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 25 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0000 Lesson 5: Reward Based Training Systems 101 full 1 5 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey In this episode Emily from Shorthairs and Shotguns takes us on a deeper dive into the world of reward based training systems as they relate to gundog training. Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode Emily from Shorthairs and Shotguns takes us on a deeper dive into the world of reward based training systems as they relate to gundog training.

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]]> 3867 no Lesson 4: "Pressure", Pain, and Aversive Control as a Framework of Training In this episode we have a frank discussion about "pressure", pain, and aversive control (the escape/avoidance paradigm) in dog training.Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 May 2021 20:36:55 -0000 Lesson 4: "Pressure", Pain, and Aversive Control as a Framework of Training full 1 4 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey In this episode we have a frank discussion about "pressure", pain, and aversive control (the escape/avoidance paradigm) in dog training.Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode we have a frank discussion about "pressure", pain, and aversive control (the escape/avoidance paradigm) in dog training.

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]]> 4115 no Lesson 3: Pointing Dogs, an Overview In this episode we give a brief overview of pointing dogs and their training Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:10:52 -0000 Lesson 3: Pointing Dogs, an Overview full 1 3 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey In this episode we give a brief overview of pointing dogs and their training Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode we give a brief overview of pointing dogs and their training 

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]]> 4011 no Lesson 2: Practical Application of Behavioral Principles in Dog Training https://www.buzzsprout.com/1744905/episodes/8280559-lesson-2/edit In this episode we discuss the practical application of behavioral principles in dog training.  Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000 Lesson 2: Practical Application of Behavioral Principles in Dog Training full 1 2 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey In this episode we discuss the practical application of behavioral principles in dog training.  Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode we discuss the practical application of behavioral principles in dog training. 

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]]> 4358 no Lesson 1: Theory, Terminology, and Philosophy In this episode we discuss the foundations of training.  Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0000 Lesson 1: Theory, Terminology, and Philosophy full 1 1 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey In this episode we discuss the foundations of training.  Visit https://losthighwaykennels.com/category/podcast/lessons/ for detailed notes.  For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode we discuss the foundations of training. 

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]]> 2585 no Companion Gundog Podcast 0 (Introduction) Welcome to The Companion Gundog Podcast.  In this episode we introduce ourselves and discuss our objectives for this podcast.For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0000 Companion Gundog Podcast 0 (Introduction) full 1 Grayson Guyer, Emily Shirey Welcome to The Companion Gundog Podcast.  In this episode we introduce ourselves and discuss our objectives for this podcast.For more podcasts like this, please Subscribe! You can also check out our websites, Facebooks pages and Instagram accounts for more tips on how to train your companion gundog! For feedback or questions, please reach out to us at  companiongundog@gmail.com https://LostHighwayKennels.com https://instagram.com/losthighwaygundogs https://facebook.com/losthighwaykennels https://ShorthairsAndShotguns.com  https://instagram.com/shorthairsandshotguns https://facebook.com/shorthairsandshotguns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome to The Companion Gundog Podcast.  

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