The puppies had such a long run in the grasses they needed a drink. It was so great to see all of them have so much fun somewhere in Iowa.
The Puppies and Dixie
This was an awesome run for the puppies and Dixie. The puppies were-Alice, The Ferg, Bonnie, Clover, Trigger and Maggie. Todd was walking to me and Dixie was up front pushing a pheasant with the puppies right behind her. Watch the video and listen to what Todd is saying. Many more photos and videos to come. #spanielsinthefield #uplandhunting
Our Trianing Grounds This Morning
Our training grounds this morning somewhere in Iowa. Taking the adult field trial dogs out in the tall bluestem grasses. The wind is blowing, the temps are cool. Should be a great day to find some wild pheasants.
First Day In The Field Somewhere In Iowa!
No photos as Christina organized the house after we did food shopping this morning, and it was low 40s today. There is a lot of water and a lot of crops in the fields but we still pounded cover today and found some birds.
Here are a couple of highlights...
Gracie worked a moving bird in the grasses for about 25 yards and then the bird lined out. I saw her in a dead run about 80 yards away going over a hill. She returned in about two minutes soaking wet but I never saw the the bird.
Georgia worked a bird in the canary grass for about 25 yards before it ran into some woods for about 25 more yards. She pressured it back into the canary grass and put up a rooster another 25 yards out...pretty cool.
Dexter ran tight in canary grass through some woods and brush along a water way. He put up a woodcock and gave good chase until it finally flew across the water.
Whaley, Bailee, and Gunner ran well in various cover but the birds won.
Alice, Maggie, The Ferg, Trigger, Bonnie and Clover all ran together and missed out on pheasants but did jump about a dozen ducks!
Old dogs get to work tomorrow.
Scott & Dibbs Get Their AFC Title!!
Congratulations Scott & Dibbs!!
Scott & Dibbs got their AFC title today at the Northern Colorado field trial. Scott has been working hard since he started field trialing one year ago and titled Dibbs with two wins. Dibbs was developed here at Craney Hill Kennel and we cannot express our excitement for Scott, Jennifer, Bailee, Carley and of course Dibbs. Well done!
Anna & Bill Get 4th In PA!
Congratulations to Bill and Anna (Ryker & Georgia's Mom) on getting 4th place at the AM field trial in Pittsburgh, PA. We are so happy for the both of you!!
Notes from Bill - Anna and I finally got it done in Pittsburgh! We couldn't have done it without you guys!
Thanks again for all the help you gave us.
The Hunting Dog Podcast!!!
The Hunting Dog Podcast!!!Gun Season Is Starting!
The gun season is coming up and we have 2 really nice males that are ready to go for the season. Click here for more information.
Dove Hunting With Gracie & Bandit
It looks like Gracie and Bandit enjoyed a day in the Dove field hunting with their owners. We enjoy getting updates and photos from our clients after the dogs go home from training with us.
Georgia’s Daddy Gets His Moose In Alaska
Georgia's dad Julio was able to get a really nice moose up in Alaska, the moose was 47 inch 3 brow tines. Georgia will have plenty of femur bones when she goes home to Alaska. Julio will be coming to Iowa to see his Georgia and we are looking forward to some fresh moose meat. Great job Julio!!!!
Dove Hunting Fun!
Rick and Gracie having a fun day Dove Hunting! We love that smile Rick.
Carl having a special Dove hunt day with his Dad and with his Boykins!
Thanks for sharing your photos with us.
Clair Goes Dove Hunting Texas Style
I love getting updates about my girl Clair.
Here are some notes from Grier and Camille about their morning dove hunt with Clair down in TX. Thank you so much for the notes and for taking such great care of Clair. Y'all look like you are having so much fun. Keep the notes and photos coming.
Notes from the field - Opening weekend of dove season in Texas. We shot our limit and Clair retrieved them all even in 90degree plus weather. Clair was such a big hit on the hunt, and was admired by all the hunters. She also helped the other hunters find their birds. What a Fun day! We love Clair so much!