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« on: June 01, 2017, 02:09:15 pm » |
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What are some things y'all look for when picking what pup(s) you want to keep? I have a litter on the ground and am looking for some things to consider besides how they look.
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Hunt the Grunt
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« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2017, 03:50:20 pm » |
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I look for the one that is all over the place and into everything, the one not paying attention to anything else and doing his/her own thing. I like to see dominance over the other pups and also look for good conformation.
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« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2017, 04:44:57 pm » |
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I like a pup that will look me in the eye.
I also like a pup that is independent and inquisitive. Not to mention I like seeing the ones that are already trying to use their nose.
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Reuben
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« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2017, 07:32:16 pm » |
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if you are going to breed a litter now and then for hog hunting then be sure to select as best you can...test the pups for winding and locating...keep the pups that consistently do the right things...look for natural ability...
examples of natural ability (natural instinct)...the pup that naturally puts his nose to the wind...and goes straight to the spot and finds and then makes circles with his nose extended and not down like a vacuum cleaner as he searches and finds more...yes...you can get all the pups to circle and find but there will be one or two that will take to it like a duck takes to water...at least that is what we hope for...I can not speak for other breeds or lines of dogs but that is how I pick mine...
run a drag and see if they run the track...if one pup runs in front while tracking chances are he will do the same as a grown dog...
I do not care for super dominant pups...nor hyper pups...somewhat energetic is ok...usually the best dogs tend to be laid back until you turn them out and they come alive...
Watch your pups from real young until they mature...they should be on an acceptable learning curve...for me if they are not on that curve I will not use them as breeders and probably will not keep them...not saying they won't make decent hog dogs...the better the dogs I have the more I expect from the puppy/puppy curve...
at least that is my thought process...
I watch the pups on a daily basis and look for that special pup...the special pup can be different than the average pup...they usually have that regal look (demeanor) about them and they can be out exploring, looking and sniffing around just doing things that tells you they are independent...my interpretation of independence means that more than likely if that pup will hunt as a grown dog it simply means he does not need another dog to go get it done...
let your imagination be your guide...if you want the best you have to breed to the best and retain the best pups as you reasonably can...
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Mr. Oinker
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« Reply #4 on: June 01, 2017, 07:48:37 pm » |
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if you are going to breed a litter now and then for hog hunting then be sure to select as best you can...test the pups for winding and locating...keep the pups that consistently do the right things...look for natural ability...
examples of natural ability (natural instinct)...the pup that naturally puts his nose to the wind...and goes straight to the spot and finds and then makes circles with his nose extended and not down like a vacuum cleaner as he searches and finds more...yes...you can get all the pups to circle and find but there will be one or two that will take to it like a duck takes to water...at least that is what we hope for...I can not speak for other breeds or lines of dogs but that is how I pick mine...
run a drag and see if they run the track...if one pup runs in front while tracking chances are he will do the same as a grown dog...
I do not care for super dominant pups...nor hyper pups...somewhat energetic is ok...usually the best dogs tend to be laid back until you turn them out and they come alive...
Watch your pups from real young until they mature...they should be on an acceptable learning curve...for me if they are not on that curve I will not use them as breeders and probably will not keep them...not saying they won't make decent hog dogs...the better the dogs I have the more I expect from the puppy/puppy curve...
at least that is my thought process...
I watch the pups on a daily basis and look for that special pup...the special pup can be different than the average pup...they usually have that regal look (demeanor) about them and they can be out exploring, looking and sniffing around just doing things that tells you they are independent...my interpretation of independence means that more than likely if that pup will hunt as a grown dog it simply means he does not need another dog to go get it done...
let your imagination be your guide...if you want the best you have to breed to the best and retain the best pups as you reasonably can...
Thanks for the input. The situation is this, I got some pups out of an old dog I used to own. I lost my hunting spots and sold them at 6 months old after I had been training them. They were worked some with a few pretty good older dogs and started finding a few of their own when I got a bunch more land to hunt. I bought them back from the guy (them being 10 months) and he didn't tell me the female was pregnant. She wasn't showing at all when I got her. Sure enough a few weeks go by and I notice she's pregnant. I finally get him to tell me who the father is and get a little info on him and he's a decent dog. A guy I know with damn good dogs knows of the father to these pups and wants one so I decided it will be worth at least trying one out. Definitely not a planned litter and not in any way my doing but I'm just trying to give one a chance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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« Reply #5 on: June 01, 2017, 08:03:18 pm » |
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I just grab the one I like the looks of and has personality it's 50/50 most times any way
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« Reply #6 on: June 02, 2017, 09:43:39 pm » |
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In any well bred litter, just shut your eyes & grab one. Several times, I have kept what was left & it genrally included the runt. Both times I kept the runt, they turned out as good as I hoped. Basicly at 6-8 wks, all you can pick out is which pups appeal to you. I sure wish there was a way to pick out ability. In fact, the only sure way of picking out the best dog in the litter, is to keep the whole litter.
Like Rueban, I stay away from the dominent pup & if I raise them, I make sure their is no dominent pup.
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Goose87
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« Reply #7 on: June 04, 2017, 07:09:38 am » |
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This is not a sure fire way and I've used it a time or two but when the pups are out playing at their own leisure I'll kick a bucket toward them and make a note of which ones tuck tail and run and which ones stand their ground and bow up to the challenge, it's still all 50/50, there's also a lot of determining factors in a pups rearing that determines their outcome in life...
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TheRednose
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« Reply #8 on: June 07, 2017, 09:16:04 am » |
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This is not a sure fire way and I've used it a time or two but when the pups are out playing at their own leisure I'll kick a bucket toward them and make a note of which ones tuck tail and run and which ones stand their ground and bow up to the challenge, it's still all 50/50, there's also a lot of determining factors in a pups rearing that determines their outcome in life...
I like doing stuff like that just because it is very interesting to see the different personalities. I agree with you goose its still a crap shoot and there are a lot of other just as important variables as well. |
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