First episode to bonus series of: Building A Better Bird Dog, with William Bastian of Claddagh Kennel, kicks off with where it all starts, ‘in the whelping box’. The work starts in the breeder’s hands, as they combine genetics and a solid foundation. Once you pick your puppy up at 8 weeks old, it’s up to you to hone those skills, provide positive experiences, and understand the importance of a disciplined, well-mannered dog. 4:30 – Bio Sensor 5:15 – Litter box training 8:45 – Enrichment Center 10:30 – Intro to birds 11:45 – Wing on a String 13:50 – Structure Eval 17:00 – Temperament Eval 21:15 – Socialization 27:45 – Crate Training 31:00 – Obedience 37:15 – Retrieving 41:10 – Bird Intro 44:00 – Advice for training days 47:30 - Intro to Gunfire 51:30 – E-collars and Puppies ------------------------------------------- Support this podcast on Patreon Thank you to our Sponsors: Instagram Facebook   Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube   Connect with William of Claddagh Kennel: Instagram Facebook