April/May 08

Features

World’s Apart
by E. Donnall Thomas Jr.
Strange birds, strange dogs, and strange parts of the planet.

When to Call a Pro
by Tom Carpenter
Knowing when to call in a professional may be the key to training and maintaining a top-performing retriever. [More…]

When the Water's in the Way…
A Photo Essay
Have you ever wonder what's running through their minds?

The List
by Jason Smith
… of decisions you’ll need to make when the thought of a new pup pops into your head. [More…]

Opinion: A Federal Woodcock Stamp
by Dennis LeBare
The time is now.

Departments

Training with the Pros                                               
by John Dahl
Lessons of the river.

Training with Mike Lardy
Note-taking for retriever training.                                   

One on One                                                                       
by James Keldsen
How is your new puppy progressing?

Waterfowling North America
by Doug Larsen
The high price of realism.
Field Notes
by Vickie Lamb
Boats and decoys – a lost art?

The Wingshooter
by Steve Smith
Shooting doubles.

The Vet’s Office                                                           
by Dr. Ben J. Character
Spay and neuter options.

Viewpoint                                                                       
by Butch Goodwin
The circle drill. [More…]

Et Al.

Subscriber Photos                                                           

Subscriber Forum                                                           

Training Tip                                                                       
by George Hickox
The first six months.

The View from the Pier                                               
by Casimer “Cas” Cecum