Middle Brook Kennels

07/21/2024

We had Manu back with us this week. We have built a bond over his past couple of visits to where he is starting to handle for me like he does his pops. Worked on his impulse control from a distance over a few days and on the last day he was nailing it. I threw everything I had at him distraction wise, except a gun shot, and he wouldn’t break on place. He held his mark and preformed a perfect retrieve. Jim has done an excellent job with him and is always a welcome member of our pack.

06/26/2024

With the number of pups we have and the activities that we are involved in, I have been considering this.

‎Show Gun Dog It Yourself, Ep 270. Everything You Need to Know About Pet Insurance - Jun 25, 2024

04/18/2024

Some more information to counter the argument that a “bird dog is a bird dog and shouldn’t be trained for anything other”. Please don’t misguide others because you have been misinformed yourself or because you don’t have any interest in advancing other opportunities for you and your pup. Don’t disregard a pup’s potential or someone else’s desire to advance their pup’s abilities. The worst that can come of it is that the pup gets to spend more time working with the handler and building that bond by over coming challenges together. Which is something that every team should strive for.

‎Show Gun Dog It Yourself, Ep Recall | Ep. 101 Tracking Principles - Apr 18, 2024

04/17/2024

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04/17/2024

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04/11/2024

We have new merchandise on our website. We are working on some specialty products and teaming up with select manufactures who supply the products that we trust and use. https://www.middlebrookkennels.com/category/all-products

04/08/2024

Jasper and Ruby making sure that their training buddy gets home safely. 😂

04/08/2024

This fella has an amazing off switch. He wants to hunt and chase birds in the field and just hang out on the couch in the home.

03/16/2024

Golf Buddy training program for your pup.

11/19/2023

My help with getting up leaves today.

11/11/2023

The Bird dog Society is getting it done. Thanks to Gun Dog It Yourself for helping spread the word.

‎Show Gun Dog It Yourself, Ep BDS Update #11 - Nov 11, 2023

10/14/2023

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10/12/2023

Day three prairie grouse.

10/10/2023

09/27/2023

4.5 month old Amber waiting patiently for her chance to “not” swim at the Foot Hills NA test Sunday. Not too good of a run but she’s young and still needs a lot of exposure to get her ready for the Spring test. Phot credit to Hylton.

09/25/2023

09/24/2023

To face your fears means stepping out of your comfort zone. Don’t let fear prevent you and your dog from living your best lives together as a dogs life is way too short.
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There’s dangers in every location you might hunt or explore, whether it’s rattlesnakes, porcupines, or hazardous terrain. However, there’s opportunity, adventure, and a life well lived around every bend in the road or just over the next mountain.
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If you overcome your fears you and your dog will live an enriched life together!
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The Bird Dog Society creates resources to educate hunters and dog owners so these fears don’t seem so imposing and you feel prepared. Join today to help in our mission to remove barriers so that more people can live an active lifestyle with their bird dogs!
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Gun Dog It Yourself

09/19/2023

Zuma was as interested in watching me hit balls at the driving range as Shannon was.

09/06/2023

Join us the 16th for YOUR mock test!

08/31/2023

We all know these dogs can develop amazing skills and sometimes those amazing skills can crossover and provide truly valuable services to society. Perhaps exploring an option such as Search and Rescue is something that would be rewarding and enjoyable for you try with your bird dogs in the off season? Melissa Stagnaro joins me to explain that it doesn't have to be one or the other. Your bird dog can do both if you want them to!
• What brought Melissa to the dog world?
• "Tracking" or "Trailing"
• Why bird dog owners might be interested in Sport SAR
• Who is ARSA? (American Rettungshunde Sport Association)
• Three levels of "sport" and one level of "mission ready"
• SAR team certification and the mission ready test
• How to train to avoid birds without taking away bird drive (Scent specific trailing)
• What are the typical breeds participating?
• Real world scenarios to apply the skillset
• International Rescue Dog Organization
• Obedience requirements
• Melissa's intro to hunting birds.
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Presented By:
Standing Stone Kennels Supply [Use Code: GDIY to save 15%]
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DT Systems [Use Code: DTSocialMedia15 for 15%]
Final Rise
Upland Gun Company LLC
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Other Partners:
Eukanuba Sporting Dog // Bird Dog Society
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08/30/2023

What Does It Mean to Be an Ethical Dog Breeder? That is the topic of our next webinar presented by long time vizsla breeder Rachel Romano Kelly on Thursday, September 21st at 8 PM EDT.
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Go to birddogsociety.org/events/ to register for this free webinar.
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📸: Middle Brook Kennels
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Gun Dog It Yourself

08/29/2023

This will stir the pot a little. My observations and opinions here but worth thinking about. Most of this pertains to first time owners but may be informative to people who have had bad experiences.

When it comes to puppies. It’s the breeder’s job to help the potential owners understand which pup fits into their lifestyle and what they are able to manage when it comes to developing a pup. The breeder spends a lot of time with the litter. They get to know each one, direct their development, and begin the foundational training. Through experience they will see what potential that each pup has and can estimate how the pup will develop pretty accurately. It’s the breeders responsibility to find the right homes for the pups not just get them sold.

Be wary of:

Any breeder who does not interview you as you would them. There is no way that they will understand what you’re looking for and help you find the right one if they don’t ask the right questions. Such as; what are you looking for in a dog, what do you plan to do with the dog, how active is your lifestyle, do you have kids, what ages are the kids, do you have other pets?

Any breeder who only tells you about confirmation. Confirmation is important but social skills are more important for the average dog owner. They should be more focused on personality, potential based on past litters and parents, behavior, biddability, and health.

Anyone selling a pup who tells you that any of their litter will fit your situation. There will always be one or two that fits your life better. If not, hopefully they’ll tell you so.

I have lost many potential clients because:

I was not willing to sale a pup based on looks alone.

I didn’t have a pup that fit into their lifestyle.

I didn’t believe they were capable of providing for the pup.

They were just looking for a pup to breed to.

The concept is that if you’ve done your homework and found the right breeder and are forthcoming with the breeder, that the correct pup for you will be selected so you and the pup will have a good experience.

My purpose of turning people down or directing them to ABR or another breeder is not personal because like I stated in the beginning “My primary responsibility is to the pup”. If the pup is not happy than neither will you be. It’s nothing personal.

08/28/2023

Our Yellow Collar male “Chip” found his new pack with the Woeste family today. He is a very loving, calm, and biddable fella with so much character. He loves water and really enjoys the hunt. I believe he is in very good hands with the Woeste’s and will provide them with as much joy and happiness as they will him.

White Creek NAVHDA be on the look out for Matt and Chip to make a splash.

08/23/2023

16 weeks old chain gang conditioning is beginning to pay off. Getting their minds right before lead work and table conditioning.

08/19/2023

Momma showing baby girl who’s boss. Baby girl trying to help momma get back in shape before the season starts.

08/18/2023

Late evening exercises for this young lady and myself.