2023 Bird and Dog pics

[Yon181]

 

[30338]

Need to get out more than I do. Had a good time recently with my son and the draht tandem.

 

[PredatoronthePrairie]

 

[PredatorSlayer]

 

[Smenning]

We had to put down my old girl on Thanksgiving. We hunted in 8 states for 16 different species over 15 years. She was one of a kind. I’m blessed to have had the time with her I did. Take the time to run your dogs, hug them and give them extra treats.

 

[KurtR]

Goose season over so we went and chased some chickens. Black dogs hard to get a good picture on a cloudy day. First time hunting with a group this big he lost his mind the first walk haha.

 

[redchinviking]

Her first bird at three months old…she found it and froze solid (I don’t think you could call it a point even) she just froze! Shot the bird on the flush and she ran right over picked it up and brought it right to my feet! Just like that! This was her first time in the field with really nothing but obedience training. I’m so proud of her!

 

[30338]

Is that a Griffon? Looks like a lot of fun ahead there.

 

[Jbehredt]

On a technicality… dog and bird…. New rescue was too ornery for the sitter so she went Turkey hunting with us.

 

[Montucky]

The Boys & I did grouse camp this year in the Seek 8 man…..we’re gonna make this a yearly ritual cause it was so much fun. 10yr old got his first bow kills & his little brother got to be there with him. Ace is slowing down but getting it done at 9yrs old. So much fun in the Timber…….

 

[Montucky]

 

[PredatorSlayer]

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The Boys & I did grouse camp this year in the Seek 8 man…..we’re gonna make this a yearly ritual cause it was so much fun. 10yr old got his first bow kills & his little brother got to be there with him. Ace is slowing down but getting it done at 9yrs old. So much fun in the Timber…….View attachment 643274View attachment 643278

My dog turns 9 in a couple weeks. I see him slowing down a little and it bums me out. We have been bird hunting every year since I got him.

 

[Ten Bears]

Had to take a month off for the old timer’ after a couple vet visits to get his arthritis under control. Back at it for a couple hours today, like he never left…

Also got the new barrel on the Ethos after the blow up, was happy to be carrying it around.

 

[jjohnsonElknewbie]

Need to get out more than I do. Had a good time recently with my son and the draht tandem.

Those draughts look just like Griffs. What's the difference between the breeds?

 

[redchinviking]

I just met a drathaar across the street a few weeks ago. Junebug is my first Griffon but you could see the difference right off the bat.

Those draughts look just like Griffs. What's the difference between the breeds?

Very hard to tell a difference from afar but the drathaar’s are bit taller, more mass/muscular, bigger head, and I think maybe a bit more headstrong to go with it. More drive. I’ve been told this from owners who know both breeds well. Of course there are exceptions. They look very similar though and really are more alike than different. I’m very impressed with the griffon’s though…great family dog and very natural hunting dog. She’s 6 months now and it just gets better and better. She figures everything out if you just work with her a little bit. Hand signals, obedience, retrieves, points, she just aims to please and wants to learn. So happy with her.

 

[jjohnsonElknewbie]

I just met a drathaar across the street a few weeks ago. Junebug is my first Griffon but you could see the difference right off the bat.


Very hard to tell a difference from afar but the drathaar’s are bit taller, more mass/muscular, bigger head, and I think maybe a bit more headstrong to go with it. More drive. I’ve been told this from owners who know both breeds well. Of course there are exceptions. They look very similar though and really are more alike than different. I’m very impressed with the griffon’s though…great family dog and very natural hunting dog. She’s 6 months now and it just gets better and better. She figures everything out if you just work with her a little bit. Hand signals, obedience, retrieves, points, she just aims to please and wants to learn. So happy with her.

Thank you for the response, and my griff, Oscar, is a little over 2 1/2. He is an awesome dog, though we've had our challenges for sure. Wonderful family dog and gets along great with our 9 year old golden doodle, 13 year old cat, new golden doodle puppy, and new kitten. I know, I know, get a few more pets... I have 2 daughters, enuff said.

Anyways glad you're enjoying your pup and I know she will continue to improve if she's like Oscar.

 

[roosterdown]

Windy day today in NW SD

Better pic

 

[Bachto]

We welcomed a new addition to our family this weekend. He came from a hunting ranch, he’s 7. I took him out for a quick hunt by our house and we had a limit in an hour.

 

[slamdmini]

my wife, daughter, and my dogs first quail hunt. good times had by all.

 

[Redwing]

Wasn't fast and furious but we were patient and I hit what I shot at. The dog did great, as always. I love that swamp collie.

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