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Will my dog actually turn out?

It’s a question most retriever owners feel — even if they never say it out loud.

In this episode, CJ shares what it’s been like training his very first hunting dog and how trusting the process is already producing a calm, steady partner he’s proud to hunt over.

From resisting the urge to rush exposure… to watching obedience hold up in real hunting scenarios… this conversation is packed with encouragement for anyone walking the training path.

If you’ve ever needed reassurance that the work you’re putting in today will pay off tomorrow — don’t miss this one.

Josh welcomes back Steve Strongman to recap a full Saskatchewan waterfowl season from the outfitter’s perspective. From managing dogs in the blind to building a new lodge and running an all-inclusive operation, this episode offers a real look at what it takes to hunt — and operate — at a high level in Canada.

Want to book with Steve and get an all-inclusive hunting experience in Canada?

Message him @thewaterfowldispatchers

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

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What does it take to build a duck dog that other hunters respect?

CGA member Shawn Dry joins Josh to share the real journey of training his own retriever—from first obedience reps to calm, steady work in the blind. They talk about “place,” early hunts done the right way, handling and casting, managing breaking around other dogs, and why consistency outside of training matters just as much as the sessions themselves.

It’s a story about earning trust, building a true partnership, and reaching the moment every handler hopes for—when someone in the blind says, “Bring that dog back.”

Want to learn how to train your hunting dog with confidence?

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