I think 5 minutes a night would get er. I just got my first gun dog, Brittany. Man, been pretty crazy. Videos, books, talking to guys, working the dog. Well, more playing, shes only 6 months. But knows basic commands, retrieves to hand. Starting to look real good. Not gun shy, just mind blowing what they can do. Been getting lots of coaching from Cohod, and others. First experience with training. But quite easy to do, with the right information, and taking your time. Havent got to heavy duty pointing stuff yet though. But she will hunt, and has been on birds, both from the breeder, before i got her, and by myself. I have it pretty good though, as i have pheasant, and huns all over on my acreage. But dont second guess yorself. By what i can tell and have learned, if the pup shows a desire to carry, man its real easy. Just afew minutes a night. The pup might really surprise you.
edit; if i can get the basics goin, anyone can!!!
keep a strain on er.
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