Retrievers vs Spaniels!

[Evadig]

I have the sharp burrs too, but I meant the little bity green grass seeds. Those are a pain!

 

[MGG]

All of our dogs learned not to jump unless asked starting as soon as they come home, the leash went under our foot when we knew they were going to jump and it took 2 times for Denver 5 or 6 for Tucker(he is a stubborn pup).
The kneeing thing doesnt work. And it actually hurts the dogs more than it helps them.

When they're little, yes that and grabbing under their jaw and shoving them back are the best two ways of doing it. You don't want to hurt a little pup or scare it badly. Just enough to startle them to where they learn there's better ways of showing affection.

Trying that method on a big dog would likely result in you getting a surprise rather than the dog.
The kneeing is just to flip the dog backwards. It doesn't hurt them if they're an adult. On a little puppy or tiny breed dog you'd want to use your hand instead of your knee.

 

[MGG]

I don’t think it’s supposed to be done hard enough to hurt them, just startle a bit. But I could be wrong. But the leash thing does not work for Brewster. I’ve tried it numerous times. He just pulls and lunges on it so he’s still able to jump.

X2

 

[MGG]

I get the birds on myself more than the labs get them, haha. Their topcoat seems to be slick enough they don't stick.

 

[ShrekDawg]

I have the sharp burrs too, but I meant the little bity green grass seeds. Those are a pain!

Ohhhh okay. I can’t even imagine!

 

[ShrekDawg]

It should. If not you I'd probably try the shock collar next but turn it up high enough he'll get the message loud and clear. I'm assuming he's been conditioned properly to it?

Yeah if they are used for actual hunting or anything outdoorsy I'm sure it would get to be a nightmare. That sounds right.

Yeah, he is and usually I don’t even have to use the shock part anymore so yeah. I’m gonna try the kneeing first.

And yeah I can’t imagine having to pull those out. I’m glad Brew is so short coated lol

 

[ShrekDawg]

I get the birds on myself more than the labs get them, haha. Their topcoat seems to be slick enough they don't stick.

I love that autocorrect changed it to birds

 

[cheezenkwackers]

When I was young my family raised Springers. They were sweet, wonderful dogs but pulling burs out of those ears was not fun. My first dog, as an adult, was an English Cocker. She was the perfect size for an apartment. I loved her dearly but she wasn't very bright. Then, I got married and we got our first Golden Retriever. My children are now grown and we are on our third Golden. I can't imagine a better dog, smart, easy to train, and so loving. So, as much as I like Spaniels, I had to vote for the Retrievers. Yes, we live with lots of dog hair (we call it golden glitter) but it is a small price to pay for all that love!

 

[MGG]

I love that autocorrect changed it to birds

Omg I didn't even notice, lol. Autocorrect knows me too well.

When I was young my family raised Springers. They were sweet, wonderful dogs but pulling burs out of those ears was not fun. My first dog, as an adult, was an English Cocker. She was the perfect size for an apartment. I loved her dearly but she wasn't very bright. Then, I got married and we got our first Golden Retriever. My children are now grown and we are on our third Golden. I can't imagine a better dog, smart, easy to train, and so loving. So, as much as I like Spaniels, I had to vote for the Retrievers. Yes, we live with lots of dog hair (we call it golden glitter) but it is a small price to pay for all that love!

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Awww
I do love goldens.
I don't think I'd ever want to use one for hunting but they are great family dogs.

 

[MGG]

This is Cody, the dog I bred Avery with. He is the one that weighs over 90 lbs.
He's full English and has a beautiful look. I think Avery's puppies are going to be gorgeous.