E 252. Intentional Retriever Training with Top Line Retrievers

Lone Duck’s Gun Dog Chronicles

Bob Owens

Pets & Animals, Leisure, Hobbies, Wilderness, Sports, Kids & Family

4.8 • 624 Ratings

🗓️ 17 September 2025

⏱️ 72 minutes

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Summary

Today we had the pleasure of chatting with our buddy, Colby Williams, from Top Line Retrievers. We had a really good conversation about creating man made behaviors in dogs and got to hear about his dog, Sprig. Here's a few highlights from the show: Dog of a Lifetime Colby's dog, Sprig. Finding mentors in the hunting dog world and constantly learning. Moving from tests to trials Building any dog with a purpose beginning at 8 weeks old. Drills: Building crispy whistle sits Support the Lone Duck Podcast | patreon.com/loneduckoutfitters Follow us on social media | Youtube and Instagram Use Promo Code | LDGD15 to save 15% on Marsh Wear Clothing Use Promo Code | LD10 to save 10% on Trulock Chokes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	On X, from e-scouting, finding your truck when you get lost in the woods to getting permission.
0:06.2	It's going to take you to the next level with landowner info to the areas that you think you'd like to go find ducks or grouse or whatever you'd like to hunt.
0:14.5	So check them out.
0:15.3	On X, get in the hunt and get that permission, baby.
0:19.9	All right, it's DT Systems, dog tested and dog tough.
0:23.6	You know, we like that dog in them, baby.
0:26.6	We've been using the H2O 1820.
0:29.6	Over the last several months, we've been playing with this unit.
0:31.6	Our friends at Standing Stone Kennels, Ethan and Cat,
0:34.6	they've been using it for years, and we've been playing with it. We really
0:38.0	like it. I think for the dog trainer, the hunter, and the guy or gal who's training their dog to
0:44.6	get ready for duck season. We'll really enjoy the 1820, super reliable, super consistent,
0:50.6	great unit for you and your dog's H2.01820. Dog tested.
0:57.5	Have you wondered if you wanted to force fat your dog? Maybe you think your dog's too soft.
1:02.6	Maybe you're too nervous to screw, quote unquote screw your dog up. Let me help you.
1:07.8	I built a start to finish course with different dogs, different breeds, and different personalities from start to finish to show you how that you and your dog can do it successfully and easy.
1:21.6	Jump in, links in the description.
1:23.7	We'd be happy to help you.
1:25.2	Let's go.
1:26.2	Let's set goals and get you and your dog where you want to be this duck season.
1:41.9	What's going on, everybody, and welcome to another episode of Lone Ducks Gun Dog Chronicles.
1:47.1	I'm really excited for our next guest.
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