Welcome! Please use the navigational links to explore our website.
PartsASAP LogoCompany Logo Auction Link (800) 853-2651

Shop Now

   Allis Chalmers Case Farmall IH Ford 8N,9N,2N Ford
   Ferguson John Deere Massey Ferguson Minn. Moline Oliver

Tractor Talk Discussion Forum

OT - Looking for good bird dog, seeking some input

Welcome Guest, Log in or Register
Author 
ShepFL

07-24-2003 07:37:34




Report to Moderator

Howdy Y'all!
Now that most of my chores and major construction efforts are done I am finally able to slow down a bit.

That said I am wanting to get a good bird dog for hunting quail and dove with me an my sons. I like the looks of a German Shorthair or the Wymeraner (sp?) but have no experience with them. Seeking your comments and any possible leads.

As a youngster we had Labs and Blue Heelers. I am cautious about using retrieivers in FL. Most retrievers I have been around are long haired dogs and I am afraid they would get too hot in Aug./Sept. while hunting.

Thanks!

[Log in to Reply]   [No Email]
r_d97

07-25-2003 11:33:04




Report to Moderator
 Re: OT - Looking for good bird dog, seeking some i in reply to ShepFL, 07-24-2003 07:37:34  
I have a pure bred weimaraner for over 8 years now and they are good dogs provided you have:
1) lots of room because they love to run and look around.
2) Lots of time because they love to be around people and have attention.
3) Patience because they can be destructive if they don't get enough of 1 and 2.
The Germans used to call them "frau-hunds" because the wife would have to take care of them when they were not hunting to keep them in line.

Edward

BTW My dog's name is Wrecks Sterling Hunter (really)

[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Jim

07-24-2003 12:28:30




Report to Moderator
 Re: OT - Looking for good bird dog, seeking some i in reply to ShepFL, 07-24-2003 07:37:34  
If you want a great bird dog with lots of natural ability and a dog that will be a member of the family, not kenneled away from the family - look at the Vizsla.

Smaller than both the Shorthair and Weim, more gracefull and intelligent than the Weim, not as hard headed as the Shorthair - will work closer to you also.

The Vizsla has been around in Europe for centuries, and here since the 1950's. In Europe used for both birds and fur, (including deer and boar). Also once introduced to water they love to swim and retrieve nicely out of water.

The Vizsla is the first breed to become a quad AKC Champ - (same dog got field championship, show championship, obedience championship, and agility championship, and believe she is working on her tracking championship.) You will find many Vizsla's who are dual Amature and Field Champs - also quite a few have Sr and Master Hunter Certificates.

They are very loyal and protective of the family, and love to sit by you, in your lap, and sleep on the bed. They train quite easy, and love to hunt all day.

Have had 5 of these dogs so far, would not trade for another breed.

Jim

[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
Links for you

07-24-2003 12:33:15




Report to Moderator
 Re: Re: OT - Looking for good bird dog, seeking so in reply to Jim , 07-24-2003 12:28:30  
www.vizsladogs.com

www.vizla.org



[Log in to Reply]  [No Email]
[Options]  [Printer Friendly]  [Posting Help]  [Return to Forum]   [Log in to Reply]

Hop to:


TRACTOR PARTS TRACTOR MANUALS
We sell tractor parts!  We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today. [ About Us ]

Home  |  Forums


Copyright © 1997-2023 Yesterday's Tractor Co.

All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website, including design and content, without written permission is strictly prohibited. Trade Marks and Trade Names contained and used in this Website are those of others, and are used in this Website in a descriptive sense to refer to the products of others. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy

TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER: Tradenames and Trademarks referred to within Yesterday's Tractor Co. products and within the Yesterday's Tractor Co. websites are the property of their respective trademark holders. None of these trademark holders are affiliated with Yesterday's Tractor Co., our products, or our website nor are we sponsored by them. John Deere and its logos are the registered trademarks of the John Deere Corporation. Agco, Agco Allis, White, Massey Ferguson and their logos are the registered trademarks of AGCO Corporation. Case, Case-IH, Farmall, International Harvester, New Holland and their logos are registered trademarks of CNH Global N.V.

Yesterday's Tractors - Antique Tractor Headquarters

Website Accessibility Policy