She swims. Next up is expanding her search. Building independence and range takes time and exposure. Cam did a great job with her—now I get to run Rivr in Natural Ability.

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Puppy tracking in the rain. Windy Sage A Rivr Runs Through It working through conditions with focus and determination. Tracking is about concentration and staying on the line, no matter the environment.

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Pups first duck. This is Falling Feathers Big Smoke, out of VC Ripsnorters Outlaw Grounds (Judeeeee :)) and Cedarwoods Cowboy Oakley UT I (Case). Got to love the cooperation in these pups—early exposure showing up the right way.

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Pudelpointer puppy learning how to be a dog by socializing with older dogs. These early interactions build confidence, respect, and communication skills that matter later in training and hunting.

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Instincts make the struggle real. I walked away for two minutes to fill a water bowl and an under-5-week Pudelpointer pup went missing. He made his way to the duck pen and got stuck in a live trap. Strong instincts show up early.

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Big Smoke has water figured out. Early water work preparing for the Natural Ability test water portion. Confidence, willingness, and understanding built through proper exposure and repetition.

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Young Pudelpointer pup cleaning up preacher’s lice for Calli. A nice moment showing cooperation and awareness as the pup helps remove burrs from an older dog.

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Puppy prepping for the Natural Ability tracking test. It’s all about focus and concentration—no searching. Blake is doing great work with Lena, building understanding and confidence the right way.

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No fear in this pup. A loud leaf blower running while the puppy confidently chases debris blowing around. Early exposure to noise, movement, and pressure helps build resilient, confident Pudelpointer pups.

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How to get a shoe back for dummies. A Pudelpointer puppy decided it was hers, and things went exactly how you’d expect. Early curiosity, confidence, and a little mischief are all part of the process.

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