This is an article I wrote, after Prinz’s passing in 2023, for the “Versatility in Poodles” Newsletter. Prinz’s Smile By Treycie White Prinz had a lovely dog smile that I had the privilege to see most every day that he was with me. He showed it to me first thing in the mornings when he would stretch out and then get playful, when we were … Continue reading Prinz’s Smile
It’s been over three years since my last post and it’s difficult to know where to begin. But I’m excited to get back into the swing of things. Q is curled up by my side, still tired from our morning session where he ran cold blinds including one at 175 yards! Tragically, I lost my precious Prinz in July of 2024 due to a nasal … Continue reading We’re Back!
Check out the HDB YouTube Channel (see link in tab) for the latest training videos where I set up a great little practice session for our AKC Senior Hunt Test for trainers who train alone LOL. Thunder Launchers are great for this! I also needed a setup where I didn’t need to walk much since I messed up my knee………………….. Check out a new drill … Continue reading AKC HT prep fun fun fun
I took the boys to a picnic test over the week-end. Picnic tests are mock tests set up like a real hunt test so that you can see how your dog performs in that environment. One pro trainer told me you get about 50% of the dog you normally have at a hunt test. That is why it’s a good idea, in day-to-day training, to … Continue reading Picnic Test
Well our little bit of backtracking seems to have paid off as I took the boys for four – and five- point drills last week and I did not have the issue with Q mouthing and dropping the bird or bumper which had started to become a thing, he did drop it coming out of water one time but he only needed reminding. I was … Continue reading Backtracking paid off
