Just got into training my Labrador to do hunt test. I’ve always had hunting dogs and never pursued titles. Now that I’m older, I have more time to devote to my dogs training.
I’m starting this thread to gain info from others that do hunt test to share knowledge and experiences and also to see others accomplishments. Please post away, anything of possible value and pics of your great hunting companions.
I will start by sharing my first two test that my young lab “Pearl” just completed in the starter category.
We went to Jackson, Louisiana. This was my first for everything as I had more to learn than Pearl. We arrived at the first test that was a water test that includes two marks over water with dead ducks. I know easy right? Well yes and no. The retrieves are simple but the distractions were new. Plenty of other dogs, people and scents that only the dog could smell. We made it to the line, you can hold your dog by the collar and release on command. Pearl did great on both but the butterflies leading up to the test, I have to admit was intense for me lol.
After the water test, there was a field test where similar retrieves were done but at longer distances. Pearl again done great and earned a ribbon and points towards her title. The next day we’re the same test, but in a different field and pond/tank.
If you feel inclined to add advice, comments and experiences feel free to post and post pics of your companion. Thanks in advance.
I’m starting this thread to gain info from others that do hunt test to share knowledge and experiences and also to see others accomplishments. Please post away, anything of possible value and pics of your great hunting companions.
I will start by sharing my first two test that my young lab “Pearl” just completed in the starter category.
We went to Jackson, Louisiana. This was my first for everything as I had more to learn than Pearl. We arrived at the first test that was a water test that includes two marks over water with dead ducks. I know easy right? Well yes and no. The retrieves are simple but the distractions were new. Plenty of other dogs, people and scents that only the dog could smell. We made it to the line, you can hold your dog by the collar and release on command. Pearl did great on both but the butterflies leading up to the test, I have to admit was intense for me lol.
After the water test, there was a field test where similar retrieves were done but at longer distances. Pearl again done great and earned a ribbon and points towards her title. The next day we’re the same test, but in a different field and pond/tank.
If you feel inclined to add advice, comments and experiences feel free to post and post pics of your companion. Thanks in advance.
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