Pack Talk Podcast
Hosted by Chad Singer. Chad shares his knowledge on dog training, dog behavior, and dog psychology while also having interesting conversations with people from unique backgrounds. Episodes released bi-weekly.
Pack Talk Podcast
#155 Hunting Dog Training: Lessons From the Field with Jim “Grampion” Tracy
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
🐕 Your retriever was born to do this — but nobody gave you the roadmap. In this episode, we sit down with an experienced hunting retriever trainer to break down exactly how gun dogs are built, from their first puppy retrieve all the way to blind retrieves in the field.
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Intro and guest introduction: Jim Tracy (The Grampion)
06:21 – Breed vs. Color: Discussing energy levels in Black, Yellow, and Chocolate Labs
07:44 – Choosing the right breeder and the "price of quality"
11:58 – Safety First: Lessons learned from a tragic crate accident
14:26 – The "Sit" Command: Why clarity and consistency are essential
16:15 – Training for trust: Using voice and whistle commands for "blind" retrieves
17:34 – From "Started" to "Master": The highs and lows of hunt tests
20:17 – Why you should never let a dog jump out of a truck
21:35 – Post-field protocols: Inspecting for injuries, ticks, and debris
23:25 – Snake Aversion: Learning to read your dog’s behavior in the field
26:15 – Training tips for pet owners: Addressing jumping and leash pulling
29:14 – The importance of being a leader, not a requester
31:32 – Canine Meats: High-protein, freeze-dried organ treats
34:50 – Closing thoughts and where to find The Grampian and Pack Talk resources
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