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HBK focuses on developing dependable and enjoyable gundogs for both in the field and around the home.

07/04/2023

Thursday’s Thought #3: The Delivery

How is your dog’s delivery and what do you do to help encourage a good delivery?

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07/02/2023

Thursday’s Thought #2 is now up!

How do you instill control in your dog after a session is complete?

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06/30/2023

Keep it simple stupid…

New blog post is up!

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06/30/2023

So what it’s raining outside. There’s still work to do!

Check out the newest Thursday’s Thought to help gain some extra edge for your retriever on those days where Mother Nature gives you the finger.

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06/29/2023

On Thursdays I will be sharing thoughts that are weighing on my minds as we are going through our training sessions. This first short form blog is all about taking your time.

Comment below with one thing that you find yourself rushing through in your training sessions.

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06/28/2023

Here’s to the old ones that still think they’re young!

02/04/2023

Sitting here wishing it was dove season 😅 Who else is ready for some warmer weather?

01/27/2023

Not sure what type of dummy is right for you? We got you!

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01/08/2023

New blog post up and running! Find out some thinks to take into consideration when you take your hunting buddy out into the field the first time.

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12/15/2022

Who else could use some sunshine in their life today?

11/21/2022

The old gal turns eleven today! Happy birthday Kadie!

11/16/2022

Teaching a young/new dog doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow this step by step guide to help establish positive behaviors in your new best friend

11/09/2022

Ever wondered how you can teach your dog to walk calmly next to you? Follow the link in the bio to learn the first steps of teaching a dog the “Heel” cue.

09/09/2022

We’ve all been there. The summer slips by without any time to focus on our hunting companions. We then rush through a short reintroduction of skills to try and get them ready by opening day.

Check out the latest blog to learn how best to approach a preseason tune-up for a more successful and less stressful hunting season.

08/26/2022

Las tres amigas

07/27/2022

Operant conditioning plays a pivotal role in the development and teaching of any gundog. It is important to have an understanding of how your dog learns in order to help improve your training sessions and the tools that you use to continue your dog’s progression.

06/24/2022

Trust

It is the most important factor in getting your dog to the next level. Without it, you will stall out and not see progress. With it, you can conquer difficult situations that truly test your dog.

Find out how to build trust in the latest blog post. Check that bio!

06/17/2022

06/15/2022

Understudy #2: Kane.

Kane is a 2 year old lab from this side of the pond and is here to work on instilling some basic obedience as well as begin gundog work. This boy is a tank and could probably overpower a rhino if you gave him the chance.

When it comes to teaching basic obedience to older dogs, the same principals and methods used for teaching puppies still apply. Lure, mark, and reward. The overall process may take longer, due to years of bad habits already ingrained in the dog’s nature, but nevertheless progress and success can be had. You can always teach an old dog new tricks.

06/10/2022

Everyone meet Max. Max is a 10 month old out of a breeding from . This boy has drive for days. His hobbies include running at top speed, chasing bumpers, and harassing good looking golden retrievers (Ida) any chance he gets.

Max is currently here to work on furthering his obedience and to go through hold conditioning (yes there will be a series for this. As if you didn’t already see this coming.). Give Max some love and hit that little heart. Who knows, he may just send you a Valentine next year if you’re lucky enough.

06/02/2022

The one that started it all. Happy birthday Ida Bonita! 🎉

05/25/2022

Much like in the uplands, if you’re sitting in a blind on a cold December morning with ducks circling overhead, obedience is paramount. You need a dog that can remain quiet and steady as chaos breaks loose.

Duck dogs also need to spend a lot more time building their memory, since it’s very common to see multiple birds drop in a single volley and they need to be much more proficient at running blinds. Having a dog that can handle and run a blind can be the difference between a 5 man limit and going home with a feeling of guilt in the pit of your stomach.

In the end, the foundation is the same. No matter what you hunt, obedience will always be the key to truly enjoying every hunt you take your dog on. Birds or no birds.

Get out and train!

05/23/2022

05/12/2022

05/11/2022

Knowing your dog’s and your own weakness is vital to success. If you are aware of the inadequacies that you both possess, you can create a plan to address those and stimulate growth. If you allow undesirable habits to creep in, you are setting yourself and your dog up for failure.

Challenge yourself to sit down at the end of every week, day, session and evaluate what went well and what didn’t. What annoyed you and what made you happy.

If you do this, you’ll start to see patterns arise. Identify the problem patterns/behaviors and attack them from a level of understanding instead of out of in-the-moment frustration.

05/04/2022

If you’re an upland hunter, you know that in order to have a great dog, you have to master many skills. Obedience is at the heart of any good bird dog. Having a dog that can remain steady and focused in the mad rush of a pheasant busting out of a cattail slough is paramount, not only to your success, but also to your dog’s safety.

Scent work, marking ability, recalling old falls, and being able to run blinds help round out a good dog and take them to the next level.

What do you think is the most important skill a bird dog should have and how do you address this in your training?

05/02/2022

Day 4

This was his very first session of heel work. All we’re doing is focusing on getting the timing of the clicker down and teaching him where the proper position for heel is.

04/28/2022

Corrections are one way that we as handlers can modify our dog’s behavior. Poorly timed corrections given with an incorrect amount of firmness can lead to confusion for your dog.

Read through the latest blog post to learn more about corrections and how timing and firmness are integral parts to getting your dog to understand what you are trying to tell them.

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04/20/2022

The first hunt with your dog isn’t about you, it’s about the dog. Check your expectations and leave your ego at home.

Transitioning from training to a live hunt does not always happen smoothly. Give your dog grace and be patient. As his exposure grows, so too will his abilities as he starts to fit the pieces together.

As dog handlers we are always training and should approach every new environment with realistic expectations. Success breeds success. Enjoy this moment for the beauty that it is.

Get out and crush 👊

04/19/2022

Day 3 with Mr. Shep

This was a middle of the day session that focused on “Place”. Despite the wind and the number of distractions vying for his attention, he did extremely well.

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Day 6 After some minor technical difficulties we are back with more training videos of Shep. Yes, I know the video is blown out, but I guess that’s what you get when filming yourself on a partly cloudy day 🤷‍♂️ #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #mansbestfriend #mallards #pheasants

Day 5.5 This was taken the same day as the previous video, but in a separate session. This is the first time Shep has done any retrieving outside. When working with young dogs, the goal of any retrieving session should be to have fun and keep the dog excited and interested. #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #mansbestfriend #mallards #pheasants #basicobedience #gundogapp

Day 5 This is a great example of quality over quantity. When working with a puppy, you don’t need a bunch of long sessions. Puppies don’t have as long of an attention span as older dogs. Something as simple as 5 mins can be extremely beneficial to your young dog. #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #mansbestfriend #mallards #pheasants #basicobedience #basicobediencetraining #labradorretriever #labsofinstagram #yellowlabrador #puppyoftheday

Day 4 This was his very first session of heel work. All we’re doing is focusing on getting the timing of the clicker down and teaching him where the proper position for heel is. #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #mansbestfriend #mallards #pheasants

Day 3 with Mr. Shep This was a middle of the day session that focused on “Place”. Despite the wind and the number of distractions vying for his attention, he did extremely well. #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #puppiesofinstagram #puppytraining #gundogpuppies #gundogpuppy #gundogpuppytraining #labrador #labradorretriever #labsofinstagram #labsofinsta #yellowlabrador #yellowlab

Day 2 with the yellow pup #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #trainthetrainer #obediencetraining #yellowlabrador #yellowlab #puppiesofinstagram #puppytraining

This is Shep’s first full day with us. Here we are working on teaching him easy concepts and overlaying cues with behaviors. Stay tuned and smash that follow button to keep up with Shep’s progress. #gundogs #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #workingdog #duckdog #birddog #pheasantdog #goosedog #waterfowlhunting #duckhunting #goosehunting #pheasanthunting #uplandhunting #cornerstonegundogacademy #cornerstonegundogs #buildfromhere #purinaproplan #tanglefreewaterfowl #labradorretriever #labsofinstagram #labsofinsta #goldenretriever #goldenretrieversofinstagram #fielddoglife

In the final episode of the “Meet the Crew” series we talk about Miss Kadie. She may be our oldest dog, but she still acts like a 6 year old. Find out more about Kadie and what we’re working on as we get ever closer to opening day. #workingdog #thisiswhy #waterfowldog #waterfowlhunting #gundogtraining #retrievertraining #dogtraining #labrador #labradorretriever #duckhunting #goosehunting #duckdog #gunnerkennels #yeti

Ida

Ida is my 3 year old golden retriever and the first dog that I have raised from puppyhood. Find out more about Ida and what her strengths and weaknesses are in episode 2 of our “Meet the Crew” series. #waterfowhunting #workingdog #goosehunting #goldenretriever #dogtraining #gundogtraining #duckhunting #retrievertraining #duckdog #thisiswhy #gunnerkennels #tanglefreewaterfowl

Meet Lotti and find out the role that she played in my development as a trainer. #dogtraining #retrievertraining #gundog #waterfowlhunting #goosehunting #duckhunting #workingdog #duckdog