Drahthaars Everywhere

I am boarding Jager for a few weeks and decided to head out to Lee Kay to exercise him and Hessian

It wasn't the most cooperative day as the weather goes but Draht's don't care, so neither shall I. We walked for an hour or so, as they searched up the fields and did some swimming. I tossed some bumpers and worked on some blinds and heeling as well. I just can't get enough of seeing these two dogs tear up the land in thier search for the prize. I have been lucky to have the opportunity to enjoy myself in this dog eat dog world. I hope the fun never stops!

As I was heading out the gate, I ran into a friend with his Lab and Draht, on thier way in for a run around the property. Seems like a few of us had the same idea in mind, because no sooner did I hop out of my truck to greet my friend, that a new pup owner pulled up too!

We hung out for a while and talked about dogs and training, did some work with the new pup Kaiser vom Wasatch (Pete). Did some drags, and searching as well as basic exposure type stuff.

It is always nice to meet new people and give advice and share stories of our experiences. Another chapter member and addict sucked into this Drahthaar Addiction!

Fun Videos

Here are a few fun videos I shot while screwing around on a beautiful pre spring day here in Utah.
The first one is some water blinds, the second some land blinds and the third is a free search with some bumpers laying around. Please enjoy and feel free to comment...

Wild West Training Day

We did our best to throw together a chapter training day in American Fork on February 13th. With the help of a new member and his property, a few of us were able to get somewhat organized and get a few people together with thier dogs for training.
The main focus was explaining the VJP to members that will be running this spring and next. We wanted to make people aware what to expect and how to prepare for it. The property we used wasn't populated with rabbits so instead we opted to do some drags and chases.
We showed the handlers that giving the dog a sight chase or two before beginning the tracking helps make the dog more aware of the track and gives it more desire to track as well.
We did some drags and explained the purpose and how to use the slip lead for tracking. The pups did a good job of catching on and I think something was learned by the new members.
We also worked on some pointing and field searching as well. The dogs all seemed to catch on quickly as well as the handlers too.
Some of the older dogs were brought out to show how a finished dog works. They worked on drags, retrieving , pointing, searching and blood tracking too.
Everyone got to meet new people, the weather cooperated and we enjoyed a fantastic lunch!
Thanks to all that came out to help and to get involved, Thanks to Matt for the facility and Zac for the lunch. Sorry there is no pics, I really dropped the ball on this one and left the camera at home!
Next training day...Malta, ID...March 13th!

Not A Drahthaar, but still Versatile...

Izzy the Weimaraner is looking for a good home. Never been trained to hunt but known to be a smart, loyal and versatile breed. Whether you choose to take this dog to train as a hunter or just a loyal family companion, i'm sure you will not be disappointed.......

Izzy will be 3 years old in April. She was attained from a breeder in Montana. Owners were given papers but never sent them in. She is mouse gray and has been spayed. The current owners are being blessed with a 6th child and feel that Izzy can not be given the attention she deserves and needs. They just want to see her go to an excellent home. She has never hunted but points mice and voles in the yard.

She is an active, affectionate dog looking for the same in return. Very obedient when consistent, good to walk or jog with, crate trained, Trained by Scott Minson ( a bomb dog trainer), good with children, loyal to family, gets along well with dogs, loves to be outside,trained to stay on tile floor.

As with any Weimeraner, she needs to be active, and a job to keep it occupied and out of trouble and should take very little training on in house manners.

If you would like more information on this dog or just want this dog please contact me; fishin4food711@hotmail.com

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Eik vom Felsengebirge‏ SOLD

Whelp date June 25th 2006. VJP-69, HZP-176, VGP prz. I 303.

Eik is a medium range dog. Easily kept close while hunting pheasants but will hunt out to 150 yards on sharptail or chukar. He has experience on Pheasants, chukar, huns, sharpies, forest grouse, doves, quail and waterfowl. I have shot more pheasants over his points than anything else but I would say he shines while hunting covey birds. Mainly because he will stand them from a distance.

He is also the best waterfowl dog I've ever owned (including 3 labs). He is calm and quiet in the blind and loves to retrieve. I have not had a chance to do any blood tracking since VGP but this was always something that Eik thoroughly enjoyed. He earned a 4 at his VGP in blood tracking. Eik was diagnosed as a carrier of von Willebrands on May 15th 2007, so there is no breeding potential. But if you're looking for a "Finished" drahthaar in his prime with tons of experience on wild birds then this may be the dog for you!

$4,000 OBO

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House Sitting and Jager's return!

Along with merchandise and training / boarding, I also do some house sitting too. Had a client going out of town for 10 days and unable to board the dogs. House sitting is always a nice option to have available for those clients who needs are more to that liking.

I watched over Busta, Lola and Roxy for the ten days. Arriving every morning to to take them for a little stroll around the block, back to home base for feeding and watering. Kept in the yard during the day and checking back a few times a day to play and make sure everything is running smooth. Some days when the weather was not so cooperative, they had to stay in. So I would visit more and play more to keep them tired and occupied until my next visit.

Busta is a Chocolate Red Nose PitBull Terrier, Lola was a mix and Roxy a chihuahua mix.

Great pooches, fun to take care of. Personalities of their own for sure.

Had a good time taking care of these canines, but then when don't I?

During the same time, Jager came back for another short visit! Always an adventure when Jager visits. Hessian and he are like brothers, the way they frolic and play. I love it! It makes for a busy 5 days, but gives Hessain something to do. Took Jager to get his x rays for Hip Dysplasia, as this is required for the Breed Show. No problem to me, it gave me a chance to head out to Ogden bay and run Hess plus get in a little training. Can not complain about that!

Well with Breed show coming up and training season around the corner, I imagine things are going to get busier. I can only hope! And with all the events coming up, I'm sure I will be posting again real soon!

New Year and Jager

The dog...not the liquor! Yep, Jager came back to stay over New Years! Always fun to see Jager! He has been described in our circle as A Bull In A China Shop. So much energy bursting out of this guy! I wish i could bottle it and sell it, i would be a millionaire.

Had a chance to get him out to some open country to run. Not sure of my thought process at the time but um....2 Draht's, well versed in hunting, and i go for a run? What the hell man, should of gone hunting! What was i thinking! Just watching Hessian and Jager work the same area together was fascinating. The 2 dogs that can't leave each other alone for 5 minutes, could care less now. Jager searching one side and Hess the other, both out in front, just can't help but notice any game in the area would be toast! Next time i will be going hunting!

Have a little time left to get on some ducks and some chukar, so i better get on it. Happy New Year and may all your Draht dreams come true in 2010!

Irish and German, Friends!

We had a visitor over the Christmas holiday, soft red furry thing, called Kenai. Yes, like the river in Alaska.

Kenai is an 11 month male old Irish Setter. Quite a looker and fun to have around. I know what your thinking...... that's not a Drahthaar! I know, but in the world of boarding and training that i have now stepped into, there are alot of breeds i imagine i will be posting about. Get used to it... i am getting to like this alot!

Back to Kenai, Irish Setters are known as a very outgoing, friendly and lively dogs. Usually never hostile and compatible with children and other pets. Usually active and playful through it's adulthood. Kenai was no exception! Hessian and Kenai had hours of fun, playing and resting and playing some more. I think Hessian just enjoys having the extra play mate around, he seems content frolicking around with who ever visits. I made sure to give Kenai lots of exercise and love and affection too.

Kenai's owner had mentioned that he was a bit hyper when company would come over, and they would have to lock him away so as to not go crazy and disturb the guests. He asked if i would work on that behaviour while he stayed with us. I had no problem with that, and as it was the holidays, i knew we would have lots of company. Over the 6 day stay with us i was able to get it under control pretty well. Kenai was allowed to say hello or smell hello and then he was told to get back to his bed. It took some repetition, but worked well. By the end he practically knew the routine. I instructed the owner of what i did and informed him to continue the process and hopefully that is coming along well.

Thanks for the visit Kenai. Hope to work with you more. Time to start working on some hunting!