A tip
Save your money on scent training, all dogs can find the birds, coyotes don't need training for example.
You need obedience training first. Your dog must be under your control at all times. You have a large and powerful dog.
Decide if you are going to encourage the dog to flush or "point", both are possible.
Retrieving will require a lesson or more of force fetch. That's about it.
Have a look at Rick Smith's whoa post training, Huntsmith.com I think.
Remember you can teach a dog anything, it takes time, patience and a little expertise.
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