Myrtle the Deutsch Drahthaar: Opossum Friday

[ghadarits]

After much consideration I’ve made the leap into the world VHD and now I need someone who knows what they’re doing to train my new partner. If it was a Lab or GSP I could do a respectable job of training myself but this is out of my wheelhouse. The breeder mentioned a guy in Statesboro that he knows of who has a good program and puts out dogs trained to do what the Drahthaar is meant to do. I’m going to ask his name the next time we speak but in the meantime I’m curious if anyone knows or has had experience going down the road I’m heading down.

The pup (Myrtle) will be 6 months in June and that’s about the time to get her started.

Thanks
Gary

 

[trad bow]

You will enjoy the trip with the puppy.

 

[ghadarits]

After completting my first book of required reading I find that it’s pretty much expected that I do the training myself with guidance from more experienced Drahthaar handlers.
I can do it but we’ll both be learning a long the way.

 

[chris hal]

My boss trains them

 

[ghadarits]

On the plane home.

 

[Hillbilly stalker]

Nice looking pup. Keep us updated, good luck.

 

[Mexican Squealer]

Ha man that’s awesome! Got an itch for one myself….best of luck with the new addition

 

[buckpasser]

@ghadarits

@cowhornedspike has owned and trained three fine ones, and has been a part of several more trainings. His were seemingly the best at all things gun dog. Pointing, tracking, retrieving, etc. I doubt he wants to get involved, but would be a good resource to ask for info IMO.

 

[ghadarits]

@ghadarits

@cowhornedspike has owned and trained three fine ones, and has been a part of several more trainings. His were seemingly the best at all things gun dog. Pointing, tracking, retrieving, etc. I doubt he wants to get involved, but would be a good resource to ask for info IMO.

Thanks for the heads up. So far everyone I’ve spoken to about the breed has been very willing to offer help and guidance for my journey.
I am impressed already with her nose she’s tracked squirrels and rabbits already this morning.

 

[Toliver]

On the plane home.

Man, that is one roomy looking airplane. Private charter?

And a really nice looking pup.

 

[ghadarits]

12 week old Myrtles first quail encounter.

 

[Mexican Squealer]

Love it

 

[ghadarits]

Growing like a weed

 

[Dub]

Awesomeness!

 

[ghadarits]

Another adventure exposing Myrtle to birds. She locks up on point instantly.

 

[ghadarits]

Myrt found one we weren’t expecting to be there.

 

[ghadarits]

Myrtles first water work very informal introduction.

 

[ghadarits]

Myrtles coming along. Much more confident in the water this week. She’s not the most graceful swimmer yet.

 

[buckpasser]

That’s great! Congrats on a fine dog in the making.

 

[ghadarits]

Myrtles coming along nicely. She’s really become a water dog to the point it’s become a challenge to keep her out of any water she sees.