Our annual trip to White Lake Hunting Lodge was a blast! Seeing old friends, making new friends and sharing the field with our dogs and the state bird of South Dakota.

Welcoming back Jennifer Broome for a second round on the podcast. We cover a lot of ground so this is a long one you don't want to miss. Looking for the trivia video? Click here! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: ht…

A little recap of last week in Michigan and a episode that normally are only sent to my Patreon Patrons. Uncut, Unfiltered and honest stories of the many dogs I have owned and loved.

As promised, Jordan returns to the show to give us a 360 degree view of hunting birds in Alaska. From the interior to the coast, access is everywhere and so are the birds, but the logistics of hunting, training and just owning bird dogs in Alaska are the real tests of how dedicated one needs to be a wingshooter in The Last Frontier!…

Danielle Prewett joins me and my daughter Jessi to talk cooking, hunting, calories and birds dogs. Something I never thought about when I started hunting. Celebrating a hunt with a recipe that adds to the memories, is worth the effort. Her new book will give you a guide to make wild game into the meal it deserves.…

Amelia operates Bad Habit Gun Dogs. It may sound like she works with rescue dogs, but it is quite the opposite. She trains and campaigns Field trial Springers and Cockers. In a relatively short time, Amelia has put her mark on the Flushing dog trials. Follow them on Instagram and Facebook

Next year, The Hunting Dog Film festival will premier in Kansas City. While 30,000 plus hunters converge at Pheasant Fest. This event will feature the best short films about hunting with our dogs.

Matt Frank took a path with his pup that most folks never attempt. He signed his pup up with three different hunting test organizations. We go over the results and compare his notes on how his pup did.

My buddy and favorite returning guest, Dave Utzinger came over to talk "next dog" So we broke out Koshyk's epic book Pointing Dogs volume one and went thru all of them for their versatility rating. With stories of our dogs mixed in. If you don't love this episode, you don't love dogs!!

A celebration in the woods! Its the kickoff for Michigan grouse season. If you want to learn what it takes to hunt grouse, or just want to hang out with a bunch like minded folks, this ones for you!

Ben Jones and Jon Steigerwalt join me to talk about expansion of RGS, healthy forests and their bird dogs!

Experienced dog handlers, Trent and Heather Hardy, Ted Bienemann, and Scott Goldman talk with Ron Boehme about their experiences raising puppies in their first year. The panel covers a variety of questions and each answer based on their own experiences and education. Want to watch instead? Click below! https://youtu.be/pwrwt5s6514 Don't forget to s…

OnX assembled the panel to give a Master Class. From summer dog training, to feeding, to conditioning. You name it we covered it. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film s…

A new neighbor moved in last year. I saw a Beagle on his mailbox and thought who is this guy? Turns out he's another one of us. Dog nuts, dog crazy and loves his pack to sleep under the covers! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training di…

After attending a memorial service for a long time friend, who was an incredible upland hunter and top shelf friend, I reconnected with a bunch of friends that I haven't seen in quite sometime. So of course we hung out and turned on the recorder! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the…

More than the dogs, more than the birds. It's the friends we make along the way that put the icing on the cake!! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind the…

Garmin knocks it out of the park again! Rehan Nana and Patrick Bowman joined me to talk about the new Garmin LTE system. We also talk about our dogs last season and the one the one we're looking forward to soon! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointi…

Jennifer joins me to talk about her new book and why she wrote it. Helping people to understand and communicate with their dogs is why "Trained dogs live better lives" Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.u…

Ben from OnX joins me to chat about what we all love, finding new places to chase birds is something we can do anytime with OnX Hunt at our fingertips. We catch up on new dogs, and new hunts from last year. And I reveal my upcoming plan to hunt Sharpies way late into the season. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.c…

I am sharing some answers and thoughts from questions that my Patrons asked about testing their dogs in a versatile dog test. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film serie…

After a three day judging assignment, we had a roundtable discussion about hunt testing and how it helps us, our dogs and most importantly the data it give back to breeders to keep improving their breeding programs. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Po…

Jon Steigerwaldt from RGS gives us the latest and greatest from the progress made managing our woodlands. We talk logging we talk burning and we talk about what it takes to keep our forests healthy. We also talk a bit about.... our dogs!! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland …

Dr. Joe Spoo took his decades of K9 care and gave us Online vet care that you can have access to anywhere anytime. The Gun Dog Doc, has an online course that covers just about anything you may encounter in the field. From tailgate exams to emergency first aid. This program will give you the the feeling of having your dogs doctor with you on every h…

Durrell and I have had hours of conversation over the phone and at events, but we never recorded any of them until now. His journey in the dog world doesn't cover decades, but his location help him by living near and meeting with some of the best Dogmen in the country. With mentors like that, you get an education, and knowledge. This Month's Bonus …

Jack Butler is back in the boot business ! Well he never really was out, It just took some digging to bring another quality product to the good old USA. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Zeigen Continued Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute …

Pat Durkin joins me to talk about media, hunting, growing up in the 60s and a whole bunch more!! This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Zeigen Continued Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://…

I stopped by a friends place last week, and came home with a 10 month old........ ?????? Just listen. Apparently I needed just one more. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Zeigen Continued Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Point…

Mike Amman invited me to watch a sharptail lek from a ground blind, and to help set up live traps, with the hope of getting a radio collar on a bird that will help The Wisconsin Sharptail Grouse Society to keep this remnant population on the path to flourishing and expand their range. This is true conservation work, in real time!! This Month's Bonu…

Glen Blackwood stops over to the kennel to catch up on our season and the Woodcock Society's Birthday. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Dessy & Zeigen Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: http…

Cole Cushman doesn't sell outdoor gear, but he does sell something that most of us tend to forget. Gun & Trophy insurance may be the last thing on our minds before a trip. Cole walks us through the simple and inexpensive process. And of course we dig into his English Setter that he will never forget. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Tal…

Brittany French introduces all of us a group that was helping kids, before helping kids was cool!! Passing it on and paying it forward should be the motto for all of us! This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Dessy & Zeigen Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Up…

I had to find the combination to the old episode vault. This one jumped out at me like a hound jumping a bear. Way back in the day, I sought out guests that most folks never heard of. Who new that this gold nugget ended up in my pan?? This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Dessy & Zeigen Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube …

Patrick Berry joins me to talk BHA history, policy, and the future. And of course we go off script to talk about our favorite dogs. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Dessy & Zeigen Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog…

There was an announcement recently, that you may have missed. Not to worry, I invited Ben Jones (RGS/AWS) and Andy Edwards (PF/QF) to shed some light on the recent milestone collaboration between the two organizations. Listen, learn and sign up! This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: Dog Talk Pocast - Dessy & Zeigen Don't forget to subscribe to t…

Always a great interview with my friend Mike Carpenter. He finds Ruffed Grouse where most fear to tread. If you are looking for a challenge, try hunting the King of the Forest in the mountains of Virginia and West Virginia. Last Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: All My Dogs - Part 3: Hasko from Hell Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channe…

Christine Cunningham and Steve Meyer share their love of Alaska, their dogs and their journey. From the Kenai to the Brooks, these two have worn out some boots with a house and truck full of dogs. If you ever dreamed of making the trip? This might set you on the path to the 49th state. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: All My Dogs - Part 3: …

Lucas and Jake from Pheasants Forever introduce a new access program in South Dakota! More places for more chases. We talk about the upcoming Pheasant Fest and the newest program in South Dakota. And of course we recap some highlights from last season with our dogs and friends. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: All My Dogs - Part 3: Hasko fr…

Listen up and join up. Ben Jones comes on the podcast to give us the state of the union address on our favorite odd couple of the woods. We catch up on the past year, as well as the leaps and bounds that RGS/AWS have been making in the habitat world we love so much. This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: All My Dogs - Part 3: Hasko from Hell Don'…

Jackie and Anna return to the kennel and share some stories and some tips from the perspective of the Game Wardens. My friend Trent joins me to ask those questions that you don't think of when you are in the field or on the water. And of course there are a couple arrest stories that confirm the old adage, big deer make people do dumb things! This M…

Rachel Haro gives us the run down on how a college campus can make a difference for habitat and for students. The old saying that youth is wasted on the young, doesn't apply when it comes to a new generation of conservationists! This Month's Bonus Patreon Episode here: All My Dogs - Part 3: Hasko from Hell Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube c…

Kait and Hayden Dobbins join me to talk about their journey into the uplands and the low country of the Carolinas. We share some stories about first dogs, first hunts and traveling the country in pursuit of birds and memories. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Behind the Dog Films on Yout…

Jordan Horak of Cato Outdoors, returns to the podcast to talk about his family and their philosophy on raising kids into the outdoors. We both share some stories about our families , our goals and our passion for hunting with the happiest K-9 on the planet. The English Cocker!! Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.co…

Brent grew up in rural Arkansas in a time when quail were plenty and so were places to chase them. Duck hunting replaced the uplands and now he finds himself lighting up the treetops in search of ring-tailed bandits. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online P…

Alex peacock joins me to talk about the causes and p[ossible fixes for two of the most common and undesirable traits in the K-9 world. Alex is a dog trainer that works with dogs those problems everyday. We can all learn something from this one! Learn from Alex here: https://www.alexsdogtrainingprogram.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube ch…

Jennifer is a one of a kind. She owns Quinebaug Kennels. QK is a premier facility in Connecticut. From training to trialing, boarding and grooming, you name it, and QK does it. I was able to meet up with Jennifer this past October in my home state of Michigan. I caught up with her on the last leg of her yearly hunt that started in ND and ended in t…

Dan Gates from Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, joins us to give us all a wake up call about whats going on in the Rocky Mountain State. It's not good, and if we don't all stand together, we will all fall apart. if we can all rally together, to keep our dog hunting passions aligned, we can leave something to the next generation of do…

Pat Johnson left for Alaska over four decades years ago, and has made the drive back home to Michigan almost every year. Typically one of his dogs rides shotgun to keep him company. Bird dogs have been a part of his journey right from the start. We talk about his first dog, his current dog, and a lot of adventures in between. Don't forget to subscr…

A couple times a year, I get on the microphone to just say whats on my mind. This one is about how thankful I am. Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@thehuntingdogpodcast Join the Upland Institute for Online Pointing Dog Training direct to you: https://www.uplandinstitute.com/ Full length film series: Behind th…

I brought Alberto on the podcast after meeting him last spring. Hunting brought him to testing his dog. testing his dog at the highest level, took him and his brother to Montana. After passing two dogs last September at the Invitational, he drove with his brother and friends straight to Montana. What a year he has had!! Don't forget to subscribe to…

I released this on Monday and made an Opps. The Trivia game we recorded was accidentaly misplaced ( meaning I screwed up) here is the actual recording along with how you might win two tickets to the Meateater Live show in Detroit, where yours truly will be on stage with the M.E. crew Don't forget to subscribe to the Youtube channel https://www.yout…