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Feb 24, 2025 · If we sent our 6mo lab to a professional trainer for "hunt" training with the expectations to run him AKC/HRC hunt tests. After 6 months of training what should he "know?" Should he be able …

Jan 2, 2026 · I wonder if AI could write a good novel, based on the conversations and people of RTF. hahaha!!!!

Jan 6, 2026 · I have a Garmin 550 that doesn't seem to give a correction at a distance. Has anyone else had this issue? Did replacing batteries correct the issue?

5 days ago · Edge and Paul have done it again!! 1st place in the Emerald Coast Am Congratulations team. Keep those points coming and I'll see you in Oregon.

Oct 4, 2024 · Title is what's going on. I've got a young retriever, 7-8 months old. Got two JH passes in two weekends, was doing well until this past weekend where he bombed both tests...suddenly was …

6 days ago · Anybody have experience with Regenaflex for arthritis in a dog? I’ve heard good things. Just don’t know much about it like the frequency of injections, etc.

May 5, 2009 · We have some friends looking for a retriever trainer in Montana. Any suggestions? They have field goldens.

Feb 3, 2008 · I just received an email from a couple that live outside of Oakdale, CA. They thought perhaps since my kennel name is "Oakdale Retrievers" that I might be in their area. LOL....nope, I'm …

Feb 16, 2025 · A who put together the real powerhouse among discussion boards with rtf. MG PS Alec, you still running pointers?