On this episode, we discuss how most hunting dog people relate their love for hunting dogs to an incurable disease of the healthiest kind. The love we share for hunting dogs goes so much further than just harvesting game, but becomes about the dogs, the love of being in the woods or timber, and creating memories with others who love hunting with dogs. We keep this episode light-hearted and fun as I share some comparisons in my mind between the love for dogs and the incurable disease of being thankful for the dogs and friends I have made over the years.

In this episode, we discuss culling dogs as a new and beginning handler. We define culling and outline some key considerations before deciding whether to cull. Culling a dog is something you, as the owner and handler, have to determine is right or not for you. We discuss key considerations when deciding whether to cull a dog. Making sure you, as a new handler, have some sort of standard or metric in your mind to make sure you are giving the dog the best chance possible to become the best dog they can be. Not everyone agrees on culling and whether or not to do it, but coming up with an idea in your mind on what meeting the culling standard will help you along your hunting dog journey, and make a sound decision when the time comes.

In this episode, I discuss some lessons I have learned along the way on my dog man journey. I believe in staying open-minded and willing to evaluate and adjust through life. Dealing with dogs is no different; learning to adjust and be honest with yourself will go a long way. Some of these lessons include Getting out, what you put in, Not Quitting before your breakthrough, Being your own competition, and many more. Start how you want to finish how you want to, and control what you can, which is your attitude and effort.

On this episode, I sit down with a huge advocate for youth and women hunting here in Iowa! Who also covers Missouri. Steph Lane is a connector who strives to help youth and women expand their experiences in the world of hunting! Steph not only sets the youth and women up for success, but is also an avid hunter herself, with bird dogs. Steph shares some of her thoughts on bird dog training and the future projects to look forward to. If you are a landowner looking to participate in these projects, or someone new to hunting and seeking ways to get started, consider contacting Steph to get you pointed in the right direction.

In this episode, we discuss some ways to set your pup up for success this coming season. With a lot of pups and people getting prepared for the upcoming rabbit season, squirrel season, pheasant season, or coon season, along with many others, I want to make sure you, as a new handler, have done all the prep work at the house before taking your pup or young dog into their first season. I discuss eight key points to consider when preparing a pup or young dog for the season. These are straightforward things to do and can be worked on each day, but they require consistency and patience to set the foundation for your dog's future career.

In this episode, I discuss what I believe to be one of the most important aspects of working with dogs at a high level. For beginners, starting how you want to finish is crucial, and it all begins with Mindset. Having the proper mindset and approach will take you as far as your heart desires with hunting dogs. There will be plenty of times of frustration naturally, and sometimes confusion, but with the proper mindset, you can persevere through all of it and continue to develop your skills and dogs to be the best they can be. I share 10 approaches or ways to look at things I've learned over the years, which can help you get the result of a champion-caliber mindset.

On this episode, we discuss the topic of Hot Nose and Cold Nose, and whether this trait is bred into a dog or if it is a learned behavior acquired by the dog from its owner or trainer. I was taught, like most hunting dog owners, about the concept of a hot nose versus a cold nose, but as I continue to develop my knowledge and skills in dog training, there has been a shift in my thinking. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the hot nose vs. cold nose concept as I develop and work through this idea regarding training.

On this episode, we discuss for those of us who only have access to hunting public lands, how to make the most of it when hunting with your dogs. Everything Bawlin Out Kennels does starts with respect! It will take you so much further in life and hunting. I share a few ways to maximize your public land experience when hunting with your dogs, from choosing the best times to hunt to respecting the different seasons and being mindful of other hunters who also share public lands. I hope this helps you on your journey with your hunting dog as a new handler.