Episode 023: Meg Eden - Bird Dogs Can Do It All

Meg Eden - breeder, owner, trainer and handler of Wireswest German Wirehaired Pointers focuses on dogs that are bred for the gun, hunting to the best of their ability. From horseback field trials, to AKC Hunt tests, conformation shows, and NAVHDA.. Meg has trained and competed in all of the off season 'games'.  In this episode she provides insight and advice for the novice to experienced.  6:30 Start to hunting 10:50 Training first dog 17:00 Field Trialing 20:45 Breeding dogs that can do it all 24:00 Raising puppies 26:30 High head, High tail 31:55 Intensity 33:35 Raising versatile pups vs field trial pups 38:27 Advice for new puppy owners 39:24 Puppy’s first season 41:15 Sage Grouse hunting for first time 48:05 Hunting plans 51:45 Dogs breaking through brush 50:00 Hunting puppies with older dogs 55:35 What not to do this season with your young dog 1:05:00 Pushing a dog too early 1:11:00 Allowing dogs to have bad manners for too long 1:13:00 Recognizing when to stop 1:19:30 Bracco Talk 1:22:45 Hunting abroad and tradition --------------------------------------------------------- Support this podcast on Patreon Thank you to our Sponsors: Dakota283 Kennels (use promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount)  Xcel Shooting Sports – free gun slip ($90 value) with purchase of select shotguns Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube Connect with Meg Wireswest GWP's