"Word for the Month"
~ Proper Condition ~
A dog preparing for hunting tests needs to be in good shape. He needs to have good lung capacity and be agile.
He needs to have good muscle mass and the energy to swim well. Getting your dog in good hunting condition before he comes to hunt camp can save time and money. Try giving your dog two days a week of good physical exertion for 30 minutes at a time or so. Gradually increase this to four days a week. Good workouts for you both- canoe or kayak, you row and the dog swim. Walk in the field, thowing a ball ahead and letting your dog get some good hard romps in. This sort of regular exercise will benefit your dog and make him more competitive in this venue just as it would in conformation or agility.
We highly recommend Ray Dohse of Eshod Farm for Field Trial and Gun Dog Training for all Pointing Breeds.
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