As a dog owner and an avid duck hunter, you understand the importance of keeping your dog in top shape throughout the year. During the duck hunting off season, it can be easy to let your dog’s fitness slip, but there are several things you can do to maintain their health and wellness. Here are the top five things you can do to keep your duck hunting dog in shape during the off … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Keeping Your Hunting Dog in Shape In the Off-Season
Dog Training In The Heat
July and August, in The Lone Star State, are definitely known for their sweltering temperatures that can push the mercury into triple digits. These days have often been referred to as the “dog days of summer”. As a professional dog trainer for over 25 years, let me assure you that dogs don’t like this hot weather any more than I do! In fact, hot weather can be deadly to dogs. … [Read more...] about Dog Training In The Heat
Basic Dog Commands
As a professional duck dog trainer for over 25 years, I have been asked many questions about training. Many times clients want to know our training methods and the order of progression that we will be taking their dogs through. I always emphasize that the first and most important step to training any dog, whether it is a family pet, hunting companion, or both, is obedience. … [Read more...] about Basic Dog Commands
Teal Season Tactics
Teal season is finally here and from the looks of the Facebook posts that I have seen, there are birds in the area. Although you will have to manage the hot weather, snakes, alligators, and mosquitoes, teal hunting can be some of the best and most exciting hunting that the Texas Gulf Coast has to offer. Here are a few tips to make your teal hunting more productive. 1). Find … [Read more...] about Teal Season Tactics
We Make Champions
Some believe that a dog can be just a hunting dog. Nothing more and nothing less. Others would say that a dog can only be a companion. At Duck Dog Trainer, we believe your dog can be both. If you’re looking for a dog who’s a great companion, a family friend, as well as an able assistant in the hunting blind, you’ve come to the right place. Duck Dog Trainer, we make … [Read more...] about We Make Champions