Nelli watched her daughter, Molly, doing retrieve training and decided it was her turn. A great example of drive and enthusiasm—like mother, like daughter in these Pudelpointer retrievers.
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Proud pup after completing a drag with a dead pheasant. Drags like this build early tracking and recovery skills that are important for real hunting. Started early and done often, these exercises lay the groundwork for confident, capable dogs in the field.
Cute Pudelpointer puppies learning to use the dog door. Simple systems like this help keep cleanup easy while pups gain independence and confidence early on.
Young Ida says good morning, jumping off the dock and showing her love for the water. Waterfowl drive, determination, and enthusiasm on full display.
Hot weather means water. Lake life and water love on a day that’s too hot for work—except for jumping off the boat to retrieve. When it’s hot out, water work keeps things fun and safe.
White is such a cool pup. Watching Pudelpointer pups build confidence through early exposure, movement, and figuring things out on their own. These moments matter.
It’s such a fun season. Taking Pudelpointer pups out on walks as they explore, build confidence, and enjoy their first real time in the field.
Taking Pudelpointer pups on walks to build exposure, socialization, and resilience before they leave our kennel. Early experiences like this help pups develop confidence and adaptability in real environments.
First day in the field—and the second time out today. They’re sure game. Getting through cover is a lot of work at this size, and this clip was taken at the end of our walk. Early exposure, effort, and plenty of try.