Shorthairs & Short Tales

German Shorthaired Pointer Directory

2011-12-21T01:37:00.000-08:00

A must see German Shorthair Directory.

This is "the" place for German Shorthair information from around the world. Here you will find links to breeders from many different countries. Fascinating articles and photos, the info. on this site is amazing. I have included their link page to get you started, from here you can search the site for a ton of information.

http://www.kurzhaar-directory.org/index.php?list=latest

World Deutsch Kurzhaar Forum

2011-12-21T00:58:00.000-08:00

This forum is dedicated to the German Shorthaired Pointer. On here you will find a community of breeders & owners of some of the finest Shorthairs from around the world. This forum has a discussion section with many topics to answer all your questions, in addition to a breeders section & classified adds. From health & nutrition to puppies & stud dogs you will find it here. This is a place to learn and enjoy the German Shorthair. Here is a link to get you there. http://www.deutsch-kurzhaar.us/

Water Color Artist For Your Dog Portraits

2011-12-13T19:48:00.000-08:00

Have you ever thought of having that special picture painted of your dog or horse? Sure you have, we all have. Here is an artist that I became friends with who can take care of that always wanted portrait. Mary Andrews McPherson does some exceptional water color portraits. You may bump into Mary at a field trial, get that great photo of your dog in action on your wall. I have included a link to Mary's paintings for your viewing pleasure. I can spend all day looking at Shorthair art, so take a look and see some spectacular water color art work.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=184227634995779&set=a.184227058329170.49417.100002256312088&type=3&theater

Email Mary at mary.weaver10@yahoo.com

Hill Haven Kennels and German Shorthairs

2011-12-08T09:04:00.000-08:00

Over the years I have hunted Grouse, Pheasant and Woodcock with a lot of different bird hunters. The same question always comes up, where did you get those dogs. It doesn't seem to matter where I am, these dogs always attract a crowd. I have had people take pictures of their kids with them and sit and just pet them in the back of the truck. The Hillhaven Shorthairs are a special line, I'm convinced of that. Ours are family pets and all business in the woods. If you want a true bird dog, I highly recommend looking into this line. I have included their facebook page for you to look at. All their info is on it, along with some action photos. You can't go wrong.
Home of the "Hustler"

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hillhaven-Kennels-GSPs/181332658582400

French German Shorthair Forum.

2011-12-06T19:45:00.000-08:00

Now this is a bit different from my usual posts. How about a forum for Shorthairs in French? Well here it is, all in French. We have so many in English like mine, but very few in other languages. I hope this post gets some attention to the many articles out there in other languages. . The photos are gorgeous and of course you can turn on the translate button for some great reading.

Here is a link to the site, enjoy.http://braque-allemand.forumactif.com/forum

German Shorthair Puppies And Kennels.

2011-11-30T23:54:00.000-08:00

It's about time I get around to showing you some of the Shorthair kennels that I have found to be of the highest quality. These are ones that their dogs have produced champions or are champions. A friend of mine, Patricia Elstrodt, from New York happens to be one of those people. Patricia is the owner of Lovecraft German Shorthaired Pointers. Here is a photo of a recent litter, if you happen to be in the market for a top quality German Shorthair, follow the link, I'm sure Patricia will be able help you select that perfect puppy.

http://www.lovecraftgsp.com/

Grouse Feather Christmas Ornaments

2011-11-30T15:40:00.000-08:00

A freind of mine makes these. So all you Grouse hunters out there may want to save a few feathers and have one done up for your tree!

Seize the Day: Harry Loves Grouse 2011: Harry Loves Grouse 2011 Christmas Ornament Gotta thank a friend for sending me grouse feathers without them this ornament would not have b...

German Shorthair Breeder Information

2011-11-30T01:18:00.000-08:00

I have decided to add some posts about some of the breeders I know. I'll be giving you back round info as to why they do it, what type of things they do ie. field trials, shows ect. A history on their lines and why they decided to get into breeding. Of course puppy pictures for all of us to enjoy.
If you have an interest in dog breeding let me know, we can fit you on here too.
Stay tuned, the cutest puppy contest is on it's way, we will be on face book looking for your photo.

Tails from the Trail: Ticks in Toronto!

2011-11-30T01:03:00.000-08:00

Here is an interesting blog I found. The publisher of it became a member of our blog so I had to have a look at Emily's. She has some good info. and interesting reading. Take a minute to have a look, I think you will enjoy it.

Tails from the Trail: Ticks in Toronto!

German Shorthair Silver Beads

2011-11-28T16:00:00.000-08:00

Today we received our German Shorthair bead from Carol DeBenedet owner of Silvermist Beads. I cannot begin to desrcibe its beauty. These beads are of the absolute highest quality I have ever seen in an item like this. Now to find a chain to compliment it, I'm sure my wife Krisy will come up with something. If you're thinking about a necklace or charm bracelet for the Shorthair lover in your family, you cannot go wrong. Add them to your show leads as well. Carol has many other items to select from and other dog breeds as well. So go ahead and play Santa Clause at Silvermist Beads this year. This link will get you there fast!http://www.silvermistbeads.com

German Shorthair Art

2011-11-27T05:27:00.000-08:00

I always enjoy looking at art work of hunting dogs in action. These paintings by Bob Bertram are some that I think you will really enjoy. The detail is outstanding and his paintings have a way of coming to life. He has many of the hunting breeds represented, I just favor the Shorthairs, hard to believe. Take a few minutes to look at his gallery, and you will see what I mean. Bob's paintings are available in limited addition prints as well. I have added a link for your viewing pleasure.
http://www.bertramgallery.com/www.bertramgallery.com/My_Artwork/Pages/Dog_Paintings.html

Show And Hunting Dog Leads

2011-11-26T15:03:00.000-08:00

Here are some really nice looking dog leads and lanyards made by artist Bob Bertram. They are hand braided and knotted Kangaroo leather. There are many colors and styles to choose from as well. So if you happen to be looking for that special gift, this may be a great place to shop. Have a look at the slide show too, it's well worth your time. Did I mention the artwork Bob has available? Now you must take a look. Here is the link to the leads.
http://www.bertramgallery.com/www.bertramgallery.com/Hand_Braided_leather_Items/Pages/Leather_Work_2.html

More Custom Collars By Marc Oliver Saddlery

2011-11-26T12:30:00.000-08:00

This gorgeous collar was made at Marc Oliver Saddlery for their German Shorthair. It just shows you the unmatched craftsmanship that goes into their products. I had to post this for you to see. Absolutely gorgeous.http://www.marcoliversaddlery.com

Custom Made Dog Collars

2011-11-26T12:19:00.000-08:00

I prefer the leather dog collars when I'm not out hunting. They have a much richer look and last a life time. So after doing some searching, these are by far the best ones yet.

Here are some of the finest dog collars I have ever seen. These are all hand made in right in Colorado. Made from the finest leather and hand tooled. You can also buy custom dog leads to go with your collar, but that's not all. At Marc Oliver Saddlery you can find custom saddles & all the accessories.

So just follow the link to Marcs.

http://www.marcoliversaddlery.com/Marc_Oliver_Saddlery.html

This website is really worth taking a look at for all your leather needs.

Sterling Silver Dog Bone Charms

2011-11-21T12:39:00.000-08:00

Now these are about the coolest dog charms I have ever seen. The best description I can give you is the one Carol has on her website.

Keepsake Bones are designed with a small compartment to hold a few pinches of ashes, a lock of hair or other momento and permantly sealed with a Sterling Silver screw for secure closure. Easily slips onto a necklace, lanyard or keychain phob. Engraving of your pets name is included. Your Pets name will be hand engraved with a classic style that will last a life time.

http://www.silvermistbones.com/Keepsake-Bones_c3.htm

Doggie Yard Sale, German Shorthair Items For Sale

2011-11-21T12:16:00.000-08:00

Do you have some dog items you would like to sell? Looking for a special dog related item ? This may be a good place to visit. I belong to this group on Facebook and have seen some really nice things for sale. Best of all it's free! They only ask that you don't sell pets on their page. It's a great group to belong to, a lot of dog lovers to be friends with as well. What are you waiting for, have a peek.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/234049216662524/

German Shorthair Silver Jewelry

2011-11-20T15:49:00.000-08:00

Every once in a while I run across a truly unique item, and this ranks right at the top. These jewels are absolutely spectacular. These designs were done by award winning Master jeweler Carol DeBenedet of Silvermist Jewelry. You can get keep sake bones, beads for show leads, bracelets and the list goes on. Custom designed jewelry is also available. These are true masterpieces. Many breeds are represented in Carol's designs. So check out the link provided, you'll be glad you did.

http://www.silvermistbones.com/main.sc

Home Made Dog Treat Recipe Book

2011-11-19T17:43:00.000-08:00

Looking for that hard to find Christmas gift for some one? Have I got a deal for you. My friend Diana Wise has a dog treat recipe book. Now you and your dog can hang out in the kitchen and make a batch of treats. Kind of like having the kids around when you made cookies. This is a dog lovers dream come true. You can see this on facebook. All the info is there. Here is the link:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Simple-Pup-Recipes-Cookbook/240941222614809

German Shorthair Breeding

2011-11-18T18:31:00.000-08:00

We all have had the dream of breeding our Shorthairs and selling pups and so on. I have seen my share of "Back Yard" breeders and for the most part really don't know what they are doing to the breed. The true professional breeder actually maintains the breed's standards. There are very few people who I know that ever reach this level of excellence. The knowledge of pedigrees is an art in itself. The effort and love for these dogs is unsurpassed by the true pro. So if you think you have what it takes, have a look at this site to make sure your commitment is equal.

http://annsk9designs.com/

German Shorthair Field Trials

2011-11-18T17:51:00.000-08:00

I never had a post on field trials, so I guess now is a good time for it. For one, I know very little about them. We all have seen pedigrees with the Ch or DCH and other abbreviations that look like hieroglyphics to us. From these dogs come some of the finest bird dogs to own. My dogs have all come from lines of champions and have been great family companions as well as hunters. Would you like to try the field trial scene with your dog? Here is a place to start. These folks at Palm Glades Kennel can supply you with the right dog to get you started. Of course I added their link. www.palmglades.net

Ric Oestreich

2011-11-18T13:08:00.000-08:00

Hey check out this shopping sale. Great deals for Christmas.

Ric Oestreich Cabella's Black Friday Sale

German Shorthairs from Slovania

2011-11-18T12:39:00.000-08:00

Here is another breeder whom I believe is one you will find interesting, all the way from Slovania. Tina has some of the finest pointers I have seen. The care and time these people put in is amazing and so are their dogs. I like adding these far away breeders so you can get a feel for their culture and just how important their dogs are to them. Just follow the link to Slovania.

www.wix.com/SunDevanasKennel/sundevanaskennel

German Shorthair Breeders

2011-11-18T12:22:00.000-08:00

We haven't done much here on breeders. I would like to add a few for you that I have found to be of the highest standard. This particular breeder is from Romania. Kind of shows you how popular the Shorthair is world wide.
I have included a link to their website for your viewing. Check out the photo and you will be able to see the quality of their dogs.
http://www.hunting-trophy.ro

German Shorthair Field Trials

2011-11-17T14:21:00.000-08:00

For those of us that may be giving some thought to field trials, this website has all the info, you could ask for. They are also on Facebook, so you can follow all the updates Here is the link to their website, enjoy!
http://www.gspchronicle.com/index.html

Show Dog Leads by Laura

2011-11-17T13:23:00.000-08:00

It's just amazes me at some of the skills people have, only due to my lack of them I guess. A friend of mine makes these gorgeous show leads. I thought you should have a look at these, all hand made with care and quality. I personally would walk my dog around town just to show off, who needs a show. If you are showing your dog these should be a great addition. Get this, Laura will also make you matching jewelry, this should put you in envy of the entire crowd and handlers. I have included the link for your shopping and viewing pleasure of course. http://www.kanga-leads.com

German Shorthair Jewelry

2011-11-16T08:08:00.000-08:00

Now how cool is this? Hand made pointer jewelry, it's a gotta have for sure. I am getting one for a Christmas present from Santa. Laura has many designs to choose from. So if you want that special and unique gift for some one, this is it. Here is the link to go shopping.
http://www.kanga-leads.com

Spoiling Your Shorthair.

2011-11-16T07:50:00.000-08:00

This post was inspired by a friend of mine on facebook. We were joking around about feeding your dog with a fork, your fork! So now the question is, how many of us are secretly doing this? I had to confess. My wife taught them table manners believe it or not. So now when we are at "Camp Shorthair" the dogs enjoy the fine China. Do you do this too? I bet you do. So next time you have a dinner party, which guest will be eating off the puppies fork, try to keep a straight face.

Shorthair Nap Time

2011-11-16T07:10:00.000-08:00

This is a friend of mine, her dogs napping right after breakfast. Why is it those darn German Shorthairs have to sleep in a pile. Ours do the same thing. If you have a "Shorthair Breakfast Pile" send me your photo so we can get it on. Or if you have a good story you would like to share with others I would be happy to post it.

Buying a German Shorthaired Pointer

2011-11-15T20:56:00.000-08:00

What do we really know about this subject? I have been very fortunate to get great family pets along with good bird dogs with all my Shorthairs. I think most of us look at the pedigree and see a lot of things on it we really don't know the meaning of. Well this evening I was fortunate enough to chat with a lady who really knows her stuff on this subject. She shows her Shorthairs and also field trials them with excellent results. I thought it would be interesting for you readers to have a look at Ann's accomplishments, impressive to say the least.

http://www.annsk9designs.com/index.asp?ID=6

Dog Seat Covers

2011-11-15T19:47:00.000-08:00

I found this cool item while doing some window shopping on Filson's website. It really seems practical and easy to use. No more worries about stains and stuff on the seats. Looks like it installs super easy.

German Shorthairs From Romania

2011-11-15T13:25:00.000-08:00

I have been asking friends if I can post pictures of their Shorthairs on my blog for others to see. Here is a wonderful Shorthair from Romania that is competing over there. Only 3 months old and already has some titles to show, amazing. A gorgeous dog for sure. Here are some of its accomplishments to date.

Mariana Murarescu Hunting Trophy

Grimm Hunting Trophy - 3 months old
(IntCh Ari Hunting Trophy & RoJCh Ennya du Nid aux Nobles)
Handler: Zsombor Antal

— at Hunting Trophy Kennel.

Ladies Pink Camo Mossberg Shotgun

2011-11-14T13:16:00.000-08:00

Check out this feather weight shotgun for the ladies. Weighs in at just over 5lbs. Perfect for some one who would like an economical bird gun. My wife has had back surgery and carrying a seven pound gun around all day is too much for her. The stock is adjustable, another nice feature. A nice gun at an affordable price, great for some one just starting or the kids.

German Shorthair Photos

2011-11-13T16:48:00.000-08:00

Lately I have seen some great photos of friends German Shorthairs. I would like to dedicate some space for these great pictures of all the things those goofy dogs do. Such as sleeping in a pile like Ann's are doing here. If you would like to have your Shorthair photo on this crazy blog let me know. I will be happy to post it along with your story.

Lady Grouse Hunters

2011-11-13T16:16:00.000-08:00

I thought this would be a cool photo to add for the girls. My wife Krisy started hunting Grouse this year and she had a blast. I had a great time as well, I always hunted with the guys. It was refreshing to see some one with so much determination and new ideas as to where the Grouse are hiding today. It seems the ladies take a more scientific approach by paying more attention to detail. Yes it's true fellas, the girls are good and the dogs love them.

Browning® Upland Canvas Pants for Men | Bass Pro Shops

2011-11-13T15:53:00.000-08:00

Browning® Upland Canvas Pants for Men | Bass Pro Shops
This is probably the best deal out there for an upland bird hunting pants. I use these for Grouse & Woodcock. Northern Wisconsin Grouse cover is brutal and these pants are up for the challenge. Super comfortable and generous sizing plus durability. Can't ask for anything more.

Group for German Shorthair Owners

2011-11-11T19:54:00.000-08:00

I belong to this group on facebook. Really a nice bunch of people along with a ton of information and photos. If you happen to be a shorthair nut this might be a place for you to visit with other owners and breeders ect.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/183858938298406/

German Shorthair Information

2011-11-11T19:40:00.000-08:00

I found this story on facebook. A friend of mine posted the link so I thought I would share it. It's a nice article on shorthairs. Hope you like it.http://www.vetstreet.com/dogs/german-shorthaired-pointer

Grouse Hunting Clothing

2011-11-11T15:51:00.000-08:00

I just thought it would be kind of fun to show my old worn Filson Double Tins and my worn Redwing Irish setter boots. Niether of these items are made from the high tech material that is out there today. These items are 20 years old and have hunted Grouse, Woodcock and Pheasant plus many other outdoor activities such as logging and maple syrup making up here in Wisconsin's North country.

Two Way Grouse Point

2011-11-11T15:38:00.000-08:00

German Shorthair Grouse point

Here is a predicament I found myself in more than once this season, dogs pointing in opposite directions. Which point do you go after first. There were two Grouse, I missed both, but the photo was worth every bit of it. It' hard to set the gun down to take the pic. but it's a great time sharing it with you.

Lady Bird Hunters

2011-11-11T15:30:00.000-08:00

So you thought bird hunting was just for the guys. Here is Krisy on her first season at "Camp Shorthair" We just finished unloading our gear for the 2 month long season. I will be adding many more photos of our adventure, along with some funny tales on our trip. She is now totally addicted and is getting her very own pup in spring.

A Humorous Blog About German Shothairs

2011-11-10T16:23:00.000-08:00

When we decided to start this blog about our adventures with our shorthairs, we decided not to make it about training and breeding or sales. We just want to share some of our fun in the Wisconsin North woods with these wonderful dogs. We are not breeders or field trialers, just bird hunters. On here we will be posting many of our travels this bird season with the dogs. So stay tuned, we have many more articles to post and some great hunting photos as well. Thanks for stopping by.

Outdoor Cooking With German Shorthairs

2011-11-10T16:13:00.000-08:00

When your at bird camp it's hard not to have some help at the grill. Our pointers are very good cooks, at least that's what they think. It sometimes is hard for Krisy to get dinner done with all the help. Keep an eye on the help too, things seem to disappear from the menu.

Camp Shorthair

2011-11-10T15:59:00.000-08:00

This is bird camp for us this year. Located in the Wisconsin Northwoods. From here we travel the area to some of our favorite hot spots for Grouse and Woodcock. This year has been especially warm, but the birds are plentiful. The dogs love the camping as much as we do.

German Shorthairs and 2011 Bird Camp

2011-09-28T15:09:00.000-07:00

This is bird camp for 2011. We found this remote spot in Northern Wisconsin and called it home. The dogs love it here, and we are miles from the nearest blacktop road. The hunting is great, we cook over an open fire, maybe we should offer this as a service for the bird hunters. Just bring your dog and we do the rest.

Wisconsin Grouse Season

2011-09-19T20:17:00.000-07:00

Grouse season opened this past weekend. It was way too hot for any long hunts. Seemed to be a lot of birds this year, but the leaves are still on the trees making shooting really tough. The streams have plenty of water in them this year. Past years it has been very dry. Not as many hunters though, maybe the economy is keeping them closer to home.

Hunting Vest From LL Bean

2011-08-21T21:00:00.000-07:00

Are you looking for that new hunting vest for bird season? Have a look at this one from LL Bean. Waxed Cotton, durable at a great price for a waxed cotton vest. Plenty of pockets too. I had to have it.

German Shorthair Sweatshirts

2011-08-21T20:43:00.000-07:00

With bird season just around the corner, you may want to add this cool Shorthair sweatshirt to your hunting bag. These are really nice garments and also a heavyweight. Get them in Brown, Burgundy, Forest Green & Navy.

Ladies Pink German Shorthair T Shirts.

2011-08-19T01:27:00.000-07:00

Finally a German Shorthair T Shirt for ladies. 100% pre shrunk cotton. Now you can be showing off your favorite dog breed in style!
http://rixrags.com/programs/shop/simplecart.cgi?category=Ladies_Pink_Shorthair_T_Shirts&showitem=lpst

German Short hair Rescue

2011-08-10T07:15:00.000-07:00

The German Shorthair rescue has been heavily involved in saving the dogs that are abandoned or turned in by the owner. You can find some great pets here for adoption and save a dog from being put down. This is well worth looking into for your next Shorthair. So follow the link and have a look at some great puppies.
http://www.wgspr.com/

German Shorthair Apparel

2011-08-08T19:58:00.000-07:00

I have finally came to the conclusion that we Shorthair people really don't have much to pick from when it comes to apparel.So I have decided to introduce our own line of T-Shirts & Hoodies with more things to come. This is just a start, my plans are to have embroidered caps & gifts as well. We have suffered long enough. This is all taking place as I type this. So stay tuned, the stuff for Shorthair lovers is on the way!

German Shorthair Apparel, T Shirts, Hoodies & Sweat Shirts

2011-07-31T23:30:00.000-07:00

We will be offering this heavy weight sweatshirt in White and Tan. Price is $25.00
So stay tuned and watch for us on facebook too.

German Shorthair Clip Art.

2011-07-31T22:36:00.001-07:00

German Shorthaired Pointer clipart graphics (Free clip art (clipped to polyvore.com)

German Shorthair Manners

2011-07-05T13:33:00.000-07:00

Ever try eating at a picnic table with those pointers? Nearly impossible isn't it. Why do Shorthairs seem to think everything you have belongs to them. They seem to lay claim to all things you own or eat.

2011-06-13T21:46:00.000-07:00

Check out this link on shorthairs, a short video I think you will find entertaining.http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif

German Shorthairs and Facebook

2011-06-13T21:19:00.000-07:00

After some time on facebook, I decided to look up German Shothairs. Much to my surprise I found a huge following there. I have now made friends as far away as Poland. I also have met some very nice and knowledgeable people. There is everything from kennels to just your average bird hunter. The photos have been a big surprise as well, nothing short of spectacular. So if you have some spare time and would like to meet other Shorthair lovers this may be your place. I have included a link to a kennel that has some great shorthairs. So go ahead and check it out, you wont be sorry.

Summer Time Shorthairs

2011-06-10T12:02:00.000-07:00

What sort of things does your pointer do for summer entertainment? Well one of ours likes to float his jowels in the bird bath. This drives my wife up the wall. The chase is on, and "Dan" seems to be winning this game big time.

Ric Oestreich

2011-05-09T06:08:00.000-07:00

Ric Oestreich

Sap Dog

2011-05-03T00:03:00.000-07:00

Even during sap season, Dan's on the alert. Must smell the food cooking on the grill.

German Shorthairs & Maple Syrup

2011-05-02T23:56:00.000-07:00

This is Dan, bored with gathering sap. So he decided to go through the wood pile in search of the elusive chipmunk.

German Shorthairs and Pretzels

2011-04-17T17:15:00.000-07:00

This is "Dan" teaching Krisy how to eat pretzels while cooking down the sap from our maple trees.

Maple Syrup And Shorthairs

2011-04-17T16:48:00.000-07:00

These are our pointers helping out at the "Sap Farm". Be careful because they will drink the sugar flavored sap when you're not looking.

Bird Hunting and Camping

2010-09-15T23:00:00.002-07:00

Well it's time to prep the camper for the two month bird hunting craziness. As usual you have the leaks in the roof, places where mice have been and dishes to do. One thing I did not count on was last years menu still being in the fridge! I can't believe old Scoot made me forget this when we came home from last season. After a 2 hr. scrub all is well. I'm really not sure what was growing in there but it would probably cure some rare tropical disease. Filsons are ready, new beeper collar arrived, looks like the games can begin.
Signed:
The Judge

German Shorthair Training

2010-09-08T19:50:00.000-07:00

At the very out set of this blog me & Scoot decided it would not be another how to train your pointer or some blog about paid for hunts. This is about two guys that have been at this in the Wisconsin North woods for well over 20 years. We wanted the humor and real life experiences we faced over the years with these wonderful dogs.

I just can't resist giving you a little training tip for the Shorthairs. In this training segment please take note of how to train your dog to be a good camping companion. A picture is worth a thousand words. Need I add more!

Bird Hunting Meetings

2010-09-08T04:51:00.000-07:00

Seems like every year we have our pre-season meetings to kind of plan when to haul the camper up North and to get some what organized. These meetings always start with beer in hand. We do actually get some things planned, but for the most part it turns into a high light film from other seasons. By the time the meeting is over (beer is gone) your stomach is sore from laughing and your feeling pretty good. The Pointers like these meetings as well, they get all the snacks they want and the ear scratchin' is never ending.
Signed
The Judge

Wolves & Rangey German Shorthairs

2010-09-08T04:39:00.007-07:00

Seems like old Scoot is at it again, always bashing my some what rangey Shorthairs. Just because they get out there a bit is no reason to call them rangey. On a few occasions I may have had some minor location problems. It really doesn't take me that long to find them, usually. Just drop a pork chop, they will show up in no time. I think he is a rangey hunter, so there!

Hunting in Wolf Neighborhoods

2010-07-13T07:49:00.000-07:00

I read an article in the Green bay paper and I am including a link of interest to all bird hunters. It will email you with a report of wolf attacks on hunting dogs and pets.
A heads up on what areas the wolves have been in lately can only help. I recommend signing up for this email especially if you have rangy pointers like the Judge has.

http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/er/mammals/wolf/dogdepred.htm,

Smiling Shorthairs

2009-10-22T13:46:00.000-07:00

This is how I know for sure the Woodcock flights are in. When Dan smiles in the back of the truck you will need some extra shells. Now where did he go this time. Does anybody make electronic bells for the old die hards?

German Shorthair Screen Savers

2009-10-17T17:17:00.000-07:00

Help yourself to a German Shorthair Screen Saver. No game farm here or planted birds. This is the real thing in Northern Wisconsin Grouse & Woodcock habitat.
Pick your favorite from previous posts. Just click on one and save it!
Signed
The Judge

Wore out bird hunter

2009-10-16T12:15:00.000-07:00

The way I see it is:
20 year old Browning Upland Special
Broke in Double Tins, nearly 20 years old, took 15 to do it.
Rangey German Shorthairs
One wore out huntin' buddy
Cold Beer
Cool October weather
The sounds of Geese flying South
And some prime Grouse & Woodcock Cover, yes there is a dog on point and a hunter in the picture.
In Heaven It's always October.
Signed
The Judge

Woodcock & Grouse hunting

2009-10-16T11:51:00.000-07:00

Once again I was forced to take out those rangey Shorthairs. Why does my life have to be so difficult, I go bird hunting every day with those pointers, have a couple beers when I'm done and then I have to clean the damn things. Life is so unfair to me. This is the "Southern Belle" one of our old cagey Shorthairs on point again. Almost out of shells again, Another dilemma I'm faced with. Maybe bird season should be shorter, NOT!
Signed
The Judge

Grouse & Grouse Shooting

2009-10-15T15:18:00.000-07:00

Another day out in the woods in N. Wisconsin. Seen plenty of birds, missed six and got one. Covered a lot of ground today. I need a cold Bud Light. Check out the tattered Filsons & the tattered hunter.

Hillbilly Brown Dogs

2009-10-14T17:19:00.000-07:00

I just don't understand, what is so hard about seeing the liver colored shorthairs.
After a little bit of a search I found the "Southern Belle" on point. I missed the grouse, the photo session is to blame, of course. I know most of you don't have to search because of electronics, I just like the sound of the bells. Just a old die hard bird hunter.
Signed,
The Judge.

Dan the Shorthair

2009-10-14T15:59:00.000-07:00

Here is our newest addition to our Pointer family. A pure Hillhaven German Shorthaired Pointer. I'm always being bashed for hunting those "Liver" colored shorthairs. Well it snowed here yesterday and the only pointers you could see were the "Hillbilly Brown Dogs" as Scooter refers to them. I think old Dan is figuring this bird hunting thing out.
Signed
The Judge

Woodcock are where you find them

2009-10-14T15:01:00.000-07:00

Here is a picture of some prime Grouse and Woodcock habitat. I was down in here today chasing Woodcock, got a few too. This type of cover is typical of the areas we hunt in Northern Wisconsin. I'm quite sure you could catch some native Brook Trout in here as well. This area was covered with snow yesterday! Enjoy the scenery for now. More posts are on the way, too tired right now.

Pointer Puppies

2009-10-06T08:52:00.000-07:00

Watching the Puppy Work
Few things warm the cockles of a Bird dog man’s heart more than watching his puppy start to come around. Those first few points in the field are more exciting than dropping a double. Sophie the dog in the foreground wasn’t honoring Frieda’s point (Frieda is the white dog you can barely see behind the tree). She moved by and when the scent hit her she spun and locked up. They both held for two pictures and then I stepped in and flushed the bird.

Sophie is my wife’s dog. We were out to dinner one evening and she spied some pointer pups for sale on a bulletin board. She acted like a small child; can I have one, please please, they are so cute and on and on. I told her we needed to do some research, check out bloodlines and such. It used to be easy, just call the Hills and take the puppy that liked you. Now you have to do some home work. After a few cocktails and some more pleading I relented, hey, I was having trouble deciding what to get her for our Anniversary anyway. She tracked down a guy on the internet with a ready to go pup that fit the bill and Sophie was part of the family. She looks like she is going to be a good hunter.

Scooter

GERMAN SHORTHAIRS AND SHRIMP

2009-10-02T19:52:00.000-07:00

This is a mid day break at bird camp. We had a couple of Woodcock and grouse from the morning hunt so it was time for a snack. Being stranded up in the North woods of Wisconsin forces you to rough it a bit, so the best we could do for a little snack was grilled Shrimp and a couple cold beers. Oh well, we survived it, wasn't easy though. I made sure Scoot didn't screw them up from my lawn chair. The shrimp turned out to perfection, thanks to my administrative skills.
Signed
The Judge

Bird Hunting Trinkets

2009-10-02T14:40:00.000-07:00

Well just as I figured, poor little Tavern Granny was once again sucked in. As I mentioned on my last post about Scoot getting many undeserved bird hunting gifts, he conned his wife again. This time he really raised the bar, he suckered her into buying him a 29 foot camper w/ all the goodies. What the hell, poor little thing works 12 hrs. a day, she might as well spend the cash. We have some great photos of last weeks adventure into the Wisconsin's north woods with our shorthairs. One thing I found out is, grilling shrimp at the campsite is a must.
Signed
The Judge

GROUSE HUNTING OPENER

2009-09-22T19:10:00.000-07:00

Would you go hunting with this guy? Shorthair owner/ politician, has more lines of B.S. than any fisherman, logger or attorney all piled together. I will need to do some splainin' here. He takes "Tavern Granny" on a overniter to bird camp. You just know he is sucking up for another undeserved pointer trinket. Notice he is sporting his new Single Tin Filsons. He was always bashing me for being a "Filson Man".
Any way this is bird camp for this year, Trout streams close by and plenty of pecker pole popple to hunt in.
Pointers seem to like him though as well as the folks at our watering hole, the Nimrod.
Signed
The Judge

Tales of the Big Mean White Dog

2009-09-21T15:42:00.000-07:00

Tales of the Big Mean White Dog

My 9 year old pointer Frieda is very vocal and has always been a bit of a Prima Donna. She also isn’t hesitant to throw down with another dog which ended up putting her in a portable kennel a lot when she was younger. On one occasion two hunters stopped their truck by the side of the road to chat with us and she started barking loudly and aggressively at them. Later at the Nimrod, we saw the same two hunters and one said to the other ‘those are the guys with the Big Mean White Dog.’ What can I say, she is an Alpha female. She has mellowed considerably with age and we don’t have problems with her anymore. Every once in a while we still refer to her as the Big Mean White Dog.

This past weekend my partner in crime, the Judge, had to work. My wife wanted to go camping. I wanted to get out in the woods. My wife is a dog lover so we took the two Pointers and our Golden Retriever up to where we have the Bellagio parked. The Golden actually works pretty well for a flushing dog though she runs out of gas pretty quick and the young pointer is just a little over a year so I didn’t anticipate a highly successful outing. My wife is a photography buff so she hoped to get some pictures. Worst case scenario; the woods are beautiful this time of year even with the foliage just starting to turn color. We saw some birds and got a couple of points. The pup backed up the Big Mean White Dog on one occasion. The birds either were flushed by the retriever out of sight or just flushed where getting even a chance at a shot was impossible.

The most interesting thing happened when we made a push down in this little hole by a river. Beaver had put a fresh dam in sometime over the summer; the area has always held a few birds and I wanted to show my wife the dam. She had never seen one and I wanted to get her the opportunity for some pictures. As it was hot out the dogs all dove in the water when we got close. They were upstream of the dam where the current was slow and they ended up covered in the black smelly silt we like to call Loon Shit up here. I directed them downstream of the dam where I knew the bottom would be cleaner and the pup and the retriever dove in. The current was a little faster and the bank a little steeper and the pup failed at her first attempt to get out. She ended up going under water and then the current got her. She doesn’t have that much experience swimming and she started to panic. My wife not knowing that the water would be shallow a short ways downstream also panicked. Enter the Big Mean White dog. Frieda jumped in the water, swam out to the downstream side of the pup, and herded her to the shore. She acted like it was all in a day’s work. I love that Big Mean White Dog.

This is the shallow side it dropped off steeply on the other edge.

Scooter

The Gizzard Song

2009-09-21T07:25:00.000-07:00

The Gizzard Song
The opener was beastly hot. We got fleeting glimpses of a few birds and tossed up a few shots that were more prayer guided than aimed. I personally owe the County for some stumpage because I don’t think those popple are going to grow very well without tops. The heat required resting the dogs more often than usual.
So we are sitting at our favorite Up North Marinette County watering hole, the Nimrod and two ladies are sitting next to my longtime hunting partner, The Judge. They are looking at the menu and interested in some carry out. The Judge, always helpful, suggests the gizzards. The ladies tell him they don’t like gizzards. He says don’t make me sing you the Gizzard Song. They tell him ‘OK Sing us the gizzard song.’
Then he looks at me with this, I maybe had one too many shorties out of that last bucket look, help me Scooter. Like I’m supposed to, off the cuff, whip out a pitch pipe and write and perform this gizzard song. Ok, I saved his life once but writing a song takes a little more thought. I think he has come to expect a little much out of me. Here is the Gizzard song:

Gizzards Gizzards, those chewy tasty hunks of gut
Gizzards Gizzards, better than those fried sheep's nuts
Put em in a crock pot
Cook em all day
Sautéed with onions
All your Guests will say
Gizzards Gizzards, those chewy tasty hunks of gut
Gizzards Gizzards, better than those fried sheep's nuts
Best part of a chicken
Some will say
You can get them at the Rod
On Sunday
Gizzards Gizzards, those chewy tasty hunks of gut
Gizzards Gizzards, better than those fried sheep's nuts

I think I spoil the Boy.

Filson Waxin' Shorthairs & a Six Pack

2009-09-09T14:58:00.000-07:00

Bird season opener is now only two days away. Weather is great, dogs are anxious and it's time to wax the double tins. Here is all you need to get it done. One six pack of your favorite swill, two German Shorthairs running around and trying to help and of course the wax. Rub the wax vigorously into the fabric, fronts first. When the beer is gone you are done. Works every time like a charm.
My lovely wife is conditioned to this fall procedure, yours may not be yet, never give up! At this point she is putting dishes together for our campsite dinners. Poor Nancy,(Tavern Granny) Scooters bride has raised the bar on numerous occasions to make our bird hunting trips more like a trip to a luxury resort, is more than likely out buying Scoot another undeserved bird hunting trinket.
Size only matters when your Woodcock Huntin'
Signed
The Judge

The Judge and the Shorthairs

2009-09-08T16:23:00.000-07:00

THIS IS WHAT A BIRD HUNTER LOOKS LIKE!
This photo will never be on a magazine cover, but it does show our love for the sport.
Signed the Judge.

Grouse Season Opening

2009-09-08T16:02:00.000-07:00

Here we go again, shorthairs, camping & chasing Grouse and Woodcock through the pecker pole Popple. Scooter went out and bought himself some Filsons, finally. Some people take a while to catch on. He bought the "Single Tins" which I refer to as the candy ass model. Camper is under a total cleaning as it is every season. Mice like to call it home in the winter months. Four pointers, two old beat up bird hunters and some refreshments in the North woods of Wisconsin, sounds like fun to me! We will soon be providing you with many humorous pictures of our escapades. We won't be telling you how to train your dog or which gun to use, what we will be telling you are real life adventures that should have you laughing. So stay tuned, and enjoy.

Pointin' Dogs & Cool October Days

2009-07-30T21:57:00.000-07:00

Yes they are nearing again, the bird hunters fountain of youth. After some reflecting on so many seasons chasing the woodcock and the timberland chickens I seem to be a little confused. We could barely keep track of our Shorthairs and we each had only one dog. Now that we have reached the 50 mark we have decided the only smart thing to do is, each of us ought to have 2 dogs in the pecker pole popple. The only thing I can think of this deal is, all of the reconstructive surgeries we have had to our knees, shoulders ect. must have been successful. And I can't believe Scooter would bash my FILSONS again! If I shot at low flying Woodcock such as he does, I'm quite sure he would have bought the "Double Tin" variety too! Yes, the Hills are partially responsible for the fix I'm in.
Signed
The Judge

The Dogs go Shopping

2009-07-07T18:58:00.000-07:00

The Day the Dogs Went Shopping

For a while the Judge and I hunted with the Hippie Van. Picture three high energy pointers roaming free in a van, they all want to look out every window at once and they all think they can drive better than you. If you were riding in the front passenger seat you were constantly pushing them in the back because they just don’t respect who calls shotgun. Put a little bounce in the ride because the shocks weren’t all that new and it made for some fun times. When you finally get to where you are going to hunt they all pile out the first door open like a jail break.

We had Hazel Nate riding with us when he was 10 or so and he was going to stay in the Van while we went into the Athelstane General Store. He wanted to come in and he couldn’t contain the pointers. Next thing you know we have one dog running down each aisle headed for the meat counter. Fortunately the owner had a good sense of humor and the store wasn’t full of customers. We always used to buy frankfurters for the dogs there so naturally the Judge figured they were worried we would forget. By the way we asked the owner one time what the difference was between franks and hot dogs. She explained ‘Franks ain’t got lips and assholes in them’. The dogs got their franks, we got what we needed, and Nate scored a candy bar and everyone was happy.

Hazel Nate

We called him Hazel Nate because he was always getting stuck in the hazel tangles

The Dead Salmon Incident

One trip in the hippie van was to a local area boat landing. A duck hunter had alerted us to the cackling of rooster pheasants he had heard when launching his duck skiff. We put the pointers in the van and headed for the public hunting grounds surrounding the landing. We pushed through the entire area and came up empty handed on the swing back towards the parking lot the dogs got a little rangy. We heard the bells stop. Unfortunately the Judge’s pointer had found a week old dead salmon that some fisherman had left in the brush and was rolling in it. I was lucky enough to keep my dog from joining in on the smelly fun.

As I said we were in a van and the little rinse that the river gave the dog was not quite enough to cut the rancid odor. We headed down the road with our heads out the windows, gagging, choking, and retching. I had tears in my eyes. We left the smelly dog at the Judge’s place and took the non smelly pointer in my truck out to chase some birds around Harmony. Our hearts weren’t in it and we ended up visiting Breezy at the corner of D and 64 it was Frieda’s first time in a tavern and she was really well behaved.

2009-07-02T07:51:00.000-07:00

Filson Man
This is the Judge lovin’ up Frieda on the left and Belle on the right after a long day in the grouse woods. The Judge was a hunting fashionista for a while. Every opportunity he had he was praising his Filson double tin pants. They stood up in the corner on those cold mornings and looked kind of uncomfortable to me and it did look like it took him a while to get them warm and limber. I often thoughtfully suggested we drag them behind the truck for a while to loosen them up. When my old vest was finally shredded I purchased a non-Filson vest and the Judge was constantly tolling the virtues of his vest over mine. He would occasionally pose on the deer paths he likes to walk as if he was auditioning for the cover of the LL. Bean catalog. I started calling him Filson Man.
I finally decided to join the club and purchased my own set of single tin brush pants. I have to tell you these things are the bomb. They keep my legs scar free and warm. So if you have to walk down in the tangles all the time like I do or even if you run into the occasional clump of berry brush on the deer paths or abandoned logging roads you walk on get a pair of Filsons. They are a little costly but they stand up to the wear and tear you get following a couple of shorthairs through the habitat. And remember, a little bacon grease on the cuff keeps your dogs close working.

Scooter

Porky Opener

2009-06-26T14:27:00.000-07:00

Opening week end a few years back, too warm and everything all thick and green, but you just have to get out with the dogs. We were in one of our favorite covers on our very first push and the dogs were a little ways out of sight but we could hear the bells pretty well. Then we heard the barking. When we arrived on the scene Frieda and Belle, our pointers, were tag teaming a porcupine. Frieda had to be pulled off it. They were covered in quills. We walked them back to the truck. I had read that snipping off the tip of the quill made it easier to pull out because it released the air in the quill. We got out the clippers and our leathermans and went to work. After removing enough quills from their muzzles so they could drink water the puppies had had enough and were impossible to hold.
We needed a vet. We stopped at our favorite watering hole, the Nimrod, and started going through the phone book calling all the local veterinarians. Every call was greeted with a taped message instructing us to go to Green Bay. Rick at Peshtigo Veterinarian Service was in. So we headed back home to Peshtigo with our pitiful pointers. He told us not to clip the quills if it ever happened again. It gives him less to grab onto. He sedated them and pulled out the quills. Gave them some antibiotics and we were on our way. We now had two unconscious pointers in the back of the truck.

We thought this was hilarious and laid them out on my front lawn. While we drank a few beers we demonstrated how well behaved our dogs were to passersby. ‘Watch this, Stay!’ ‘Play Dead’ we thought it was pretty funny. Pretty soon my Father came walking over. My parents only live a few houses away. My mother had seen us drinking beer in the front yard with the dogs laid out and sent him over to find out what was happening. She told him it looked like the dogs had died and those two goofballs are having a wake in the front yard. Quite the opening day.

German Shorthairs and Cast Iron Frying Pans

2009-06-24T15:04:00.000-07:00

On our previous post, old uncle Scooter pretty much summed up the enjoyment we have shared the last 20 years. My post has more to do with camp cooking. Nothing tastes better than your bacon, eggs and taters cooked in cast iron over an open fire. Cast Iron requires a bit more care than your modern YUPPIE pan. Don't sink it in soapy dishwater and set it out to dry. The only sure fire method to preserve those precious pans is to let the pointers lick them clean. That's it! Your pans will look like new forever. The more liver colored the pointer the better the potlickin' will be. So if yer out camping with friends and shorthairs just remember, if ya want clean cast iron, let the Liver dogs do the dishes. (TRUE STORY)

Woodcock Flights and Shorthair Camping

2009-06-23T17:37:00.000-07:00

5 days camping up in the north woods of Wisconsin in mid October. Not the Indian summer Octobers we have had lately but the ones where the dogs watering dishes were sometimes frozen over in the morning and maybe you woke up to snow flurries. We didn’t do it in a hard shell camper like we do now. We did it in a tent. We were waiting for the flights. That glorious event when the woodcock head south and book resting space in the local habitat. When pointer’s eyes glaze over at the overwhelming scent of multiple ‘woodies’ and the shoulders of the bird hunters ache from the days snap shooting at double and triple flushes, when the pocket full of shells runs low on a push through big cover, the flights, the flights are a little slice of bird hunting heaven.

Cool nights drinking beer around a campfire, how about that shot? Remember when Otis was curled around that popple in between us pointing a tight holding woodcock, and Clyde staring up at that dead woodie stuck by its bill in the crook of a pecker pole popple. Laughing like hyenas, put another log on the fire and crack open another cold one. Late at night finally asleep in our bags only to wake up with the dogs howling back at a pack of coyotes that may have come a little too close to camp.

Frosty mornings clutching coffee cups, huddled around the fry pan bacon, eggs and taters sharing with the hounds, asking what cover should we start the day with? Let’s go ‘where they ain’t’ (secret spot) we have to beat those guys from Cedarburg there. We do, just pulling in ahead of them, laughing like hyenas again. We limit out in about 2 hours. Now we head to down town Athelstane, talking smart at the Nimrod (best Pizza in the area by the way). In the afternoon we scout some new covers, park at some likely spot just at sunset and wait for 5 o’clock Charlie, see a few woodcock fly into that popple thicket on the other side of the marsh. Maybe we will hit that spot first thing tomorrow, Nah; we got to beat those claim jumpers from Cedarburg one more time.

German Shorthairs Back In The Day

2009-06-23T09:18:00.000-07:00

Notice the nice little pile of Woodcock on the shell box. The Pointer on the left is Clyde aka "The Southern Gentleman" Otis is on the right, notice how his ankles are taped like a Thorough Bred race horse, he was! Clyde was about 14 in this Pic. and Otis was around 9 or 10. Our current pile of Shorthairs are 10 and younger. That's how long these boys have been gone, they were true legends in Northern Wi. Grouse woods and taght Me and Scooter a great deal about bird hunting, and spoiled us as well.

German Shothair Puppy Training Tips

2009-05-28T15:17:00.000-07:00

As old Uncle Scooter always says, It's easier to teach your son how to be a Cy Young award winning pitcher without a baseball, than it to train your Shorthair without birds. So get the pup into a few birds at your local game farm or a reputable trainer. One thing you want to make sure of is, the trainer you choose keeps smoked bacon in the left front pocket of his Filsons. This is the only true way to tell if he or she is legit, I guess I'm a little old school. I still hunt with bells.
Signed
The Judge

German Shorthairs and Toilet Drinkin'

2009-05-28T14:40:00.000-07:00

The unexplainable phenomenon, You can have fresh water in their dish and they will choose the toilet 9 out of 10 times. For the life of me I have never been able to figure this one out! And to top it off they have to "jowelate" all over the bathroom floor, so much for licking your chops. And lets not forget the big lick they want to give you right after "drinkin time" I know no one out there wants to admit they have seen this happen in their household but I know better. Does your pricey trainer have a solution to this one, of course not, his pointers do it too! I think it's time for all of us German Shorthair owners and trainers to come clean to the rest of the dog world.

Jowel Slime And Camp Breakfast

2009-05-17T08:28:00.000-07:00

Our camper has a table that seats four, Myself, Scooter and two shorthairs. This can be quite challenging at breakfast time. It seems like the pointers like bacon as much as we do! And they will do anything to get it. Here's is the standard morning menu. 1 doz. eggs, 1lb. of smoked slab bacon, shorthairs don't care for regular packaged store bought stuff. A generous pile of greasy "Camp Taters" and a half loaf of bread dripping with butter. Now the trick is to keep the pointers from eating off your plate. My technique is to keep my right elbow in the pointers chest to hold her away from the fixins'. This has been a fairly successful method, except for two minor flaws.
1) My right arm gets soaking wet from the jowel juice.
2) German Shorthairs are very good at crane neckin'
After we finish, the dogs eat the rest, and off to the woods we go. Now remember, your right arm is wet and will slow your quick draw on flying Grouse down a great deal. At least thats the excuse I use. Bird hunters have way more excuses than fisherman bye the way!

German Shorthair Training.

2009-05-16T06:42:00.000-07:00

Yard training at home works great and only works at home! How do you train a dog that only thinks with its nose? If you don't have access to some training birds or a game farm a "Pro" can be very helpful. Shorthairs come bird crazy right out of the box, you only need some fine tuning. And remember, it's a whole new ball game in the woods. So be patient and try to think more like your pup. All will be fine. Table manners will be covered in another post.

TO FILSON OR NOT TO FILSON

2009-05-16T06:07:00.000-07:00

My favorite brush pants were finally beyond another repair. So while shopping one day, I decided to try a the Filson Double Tin variety. Talk about tough! Absolutely the tougher than a Texas Armadillo's shell. After a season with these pants I realized the adds were true. Now we hunt in all sorts of weather conditions up here in Northern Wisconsin. Moisture, thorns, and blow downs where you may snag & rip other pants just doesn't happen. These things will nearly stand up by their selves. After you slip them on they are very comfortable. Do yourself a favor and purchase the Filson suspenders with them, mine are over 10 years old and are like new.
Pointer jowel drool, splilled beer, greasy food and other little hunting dilemas have absolutely no affect on these babies.
Take them ice fishing as well, long johns underneath and your good to go. You can Kneel down in the slush and never get wet. Fish slime can be wiped right off and wind will not penetrate them.

Claim Jumpin'

2009-05-16T05:38:00.000-07:00

Have you ever taken people hunting with you and then find out they brought their buddies to the same places when you happened to be away? This type of behavior among bird hunters is totally unacceptable and should not be tolerated. And to top it off these guys were friends. So what can you do to stop this disease you ask? Here is what we did.
1) clean your birds at their campsite while they're away
2) clean your birds where they park at their favorite spot.
3) Bring up the poor conduct in front of an audience at the local gathering spot (tavern) and let Scooter bash them with his literary arsenal, he actually made one of them cry!

Great Gun Dog Site

2009-05-09T11:29:00.000-07:00

Here is a great site for gun dog enthusiasts, be sure to check it out!
http://www.gundogforum.com
Rebecca sent this from life in the U.P. She is a friend of ours. Take a look at her blog, find her in our followers list.

Ruffed Grouse Habitat

2009-05-09T08:49:00.000-07:00

Over the many years of chasin' the woodland chickens I have come to the conclusion that, this type of cover is where you will find em' If you use these few simple observations when trying to find them, you will score.
1) Berry bushes with thorns the size of sharks teeth.
2) You can see where a snake turned around in the dirt because the hazel was too thick to penetrate.
3) Pecker pole popple so close together you need a flash lite to find your way around at high noon.
If this criteria is met, there is a good chance the Grouse are there. Shooting them is another story.

If any of this sounds a little extreme, you may want to stick to Quail hunting in the Loblolly Pines.
And yes there is a dog on point, see them?

German Short hair pictures

2009-05-08T23:00:00.000-07:00

Do you have a picture or video of your Shorthair you would like posted on our blog? Let us know.
E mail us - rpointers@live.com.

Pointers And Franks!

2009-05-08T19:58:00.000-07:00

I don't know about your shorthairs, but mine and Scooters have a real hankerin' for home made franks. Now you ask, where does one find such a delicacy? Well of course at the General Store up North in downtown Athelstane. Did you ever notice that service can be a bit slow in these rural stores, want to speed it up a little? Let a pack of Pointers in. Up and down all 3 aisles and 4 laps around the meat counter quicker than you can emty both barrels of that pricey little O/U you chase the cock with. Things move along fairly well, gets ya extra time in the woods that way. Just another bird huntin' tip from me and Scoot.