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Wash the anal area with soap etc., certifies that yellow corn makes up the high- www.logicproducts.com and water, and when finished, dry and apply armadillo-gaiter/ est individual portion of the ingredients. If the 6 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 7 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com A: Good. It has a good qual- list says lamb, rice, corn grits, and meat by-products. How do field work. And with ity protein, fish meal for fatty then lamb makes up the largest would you evaluate this for a small litters of 4-6 pups acids and beet pulp for fiber. individual portion. cat? If you said, “too much corn Meet The Breeder and some breeders taking Q: If the dog food lists chick- product,” you’re correct. There Now let’s try to answer years off having litters, it en, corn meal, sorghum grain isn’t enough meat derived pro- some questions for yourself: can take YEARS to get a and chicken by-products is it tein in this product. Q: If the dog food lists chicken $2500-$3500 pup. Randy & any good? by-product, chicken meal and If, however, the bag lists Choosing a Clumber was Peggy got their first Clum- corn grits is it any good? A: Not bad. At least it has lamb, beef, chicken, or fish as ber from Mitch Rollins of more chicken protein than the number-one ingredient, no Blunder A: This one is pretty good. By Dennis Guldan Chequamegon Clumber grains. then you’re getting a product At least it has more chicken that consists of high-quality Spaniels, St Croix County, than corn. Q: If the cat food lists chick- protein. Something else worth WI one of the gods of the en, chicken by-products and Q: If the dog food lists noting is that there are often ne of the ques- wanted one, so their quest breed. corn grits is it any good? ground yellow corn, meat and differences in quality within the tions I regularly started. And it wasn’t easy. bone meal is it any good? A: Not bad again. It has same brand of pet food. Always get from novices The Clumber was almost more chicken protein than corn. read the labels. Though, not ev- There are only about 20 unknown as a breed until A: No. Dump it. I would shy is:O what breed of sporting eryone can afford to feed their active Clumber Breeders 1996 when the Clumber away from these products and Getting back to the basis, dog they should get? I pet a lamb-based diet, most can in the U.S. and many don’t the meat and bone meal may be I’d like to talk more about won Westmin- afford to feed a predominantly usually ask them about overcooked. corn. Corn may be presented ster. Over night lamb and rice diet, with fat, five questions and I can as whole corn, corn grits, corn the Clumber was Q: If cat food ingredients list fatty acids, fiber and vitamins point them to one of the meal, and corn gluten. They’re beef, rice, fish meal, chicken, added. You don’t have to buy the dog everyone all corn products and should be major breeds. beet pulp plus vitamins, miner- the most expensive pet food, wanted. considered together when eval- als and taurine. but don’t buy the cheapest Well Randy & Peggy uating whether the food has too The Clumber either. Bebeau of Anoka, MN much corn. Example: Beef, corn is an OLD Es- grits, corn gluten, whole corn, just north of the Twin cities did that on ste- tablished breed. roids. Randy is a big How old? When guy. He likes to hunt, the AKC was es- but doesn’t walk real tablished in 1884. fast. Randy wanted a They started with dog that would work 10 breeds, most at the same speed he taken from THE walked. To me I would Kennel Club es- have suggested a Wire- tablished in Eng- haired Pointing Griffon, land 1873. In- not a Clumber Spaniel. cluded in the first The reason is simple; ten AKC breeds you can’t FIND a Clum- was the Clumber ber around. Well that and Sussex span- didn’t stop Randy & iel the OTHER Peggy, they thought the Spaniel breed dogs looked great and Randy & Peggy were interested

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Some of their suc- pheasant with the best of A Preventive Edge on Training yard training, the trainer en- Peggy at the Land O Lakes cesses are: Timber who won the sporting breeds. They sures that the dog has a solution Kennel Club in January this the 2008 Canadian Kennel By George Hickox of avoiding a correction and are perfectly designed to year. Since we had never Club National Specialty will not associate the bird field hunting the thick hedge- done a Meet The Breeder also the Eukanuba Clum- reventive measures next grade represents a wishing as a bad place. rows of England they were are far better than and hoping strategy of canine column on a Clumber OR ber Breed Award of Merit Unquestionably, the gen- surgery. When it training. a Sussex, they got in 2007 and Gulliver eralization of the commands comesP to dog training, learned Other problems owners “here” or “come” will help my attention and who was the number behaviors are far more difficult encounter involve the bird prevent many owners from since they lived four Clumber in the to extinguish or degrade than finding abilities of their dogs. becoming prematurely gray. teaching new behaviors cor- 20 minutes away I country in 2013. And I hear people complain: “My It is no fun to go to the field rectly from the start. thought we need- they have the sec- dog does not seem to be able with a dog if you are constantly ed to do an article ond Clumber in the Many of the problems that to find birds”; “My dog does afraid you will lose him or that on them and in- country to get a Lure I see at our training schools for not point”; and “My dog does he might be hurt. The solution form you about (Coursing) Award owners and their dogs would not appear to be interested in is not to take a dog to the field the breeds. on a Clumber, which never have necessitated a fix-it birds.” These issues may be due and give the “here” command program if they had used some to a lack of strong genetics. Not repeatedly while watching the shows a dogs drive Randy & Peggy fundamental canine train- all dogs are born equal. dog disappear over the horizon. and focus. ing principles and guidelines. It is better to teach the dog the Bebeau are more Obedience training for bird Owners most often seek help command in yard training and of a show family If your interested dogs should start with yard for training issues that fall into be in position to correct the dog training. Generalization is the with Peggy also in Clumbers and like three categories: for noncompliance if he does process of teaching a dog that showing “Ber- to talk to some great not respond the first time the • Obedience and control he or she must respond to a ners” Bernese people give Randy command is given in the field. training, or the lack of, is a com- command in a number of dif- Mountain Dogs & Peggy Bebeau of mon handicap to developing ferent areas, not just where the In addition to teaching a along side the Anoka, MN a call. Or a dog that handles and finds command was first learned. dog to respond reliably to the Clumber’s & Sus- take a look at their birds with style and exhibits The benchmark for beginning “recall” command, the point- sex Spaniel. That website at www.tim- proper field manners. A dog the process of generalization is ing breeds should be taught to said Randy uses berrr.com you’ll be that does not “whoa” upon when a dog responds with ex- “whoa,” and the retriever and his Clumber & glad you did! command, does not respond cellence to a command in yard flushing breeds should learn to to the “recall” command or training. It is then time to intro- “sit.” Versatile dogs that will Sussex Spaniels to hunt bred for. ranges farther in the field than duce the command in the field. serve duty in the duck blind pheasant in Minnesota & the owner wishes falls into this or dove field as well as point Clumbers are interest- A basic rule of dog training South Dakota. category. upland birds should be taught is that a dog should never be ing dogs. They are small- both “sit” and “whoa.” Randy said, “Clumbers er dogs about 19” at the • Improper introduction can corrected if he does not per- hunt like a kid walking shoulder yet can weigh 75 lead to problems involving the ceive why the correction was I view the teaching of obedi- home after school, they sound of gunfire or the flush of given and if the dog does not ence as a cause and effect pair- lbs, more then some point- a pheasant or quail. fully understand the solution ing. The rule I use for rewarding don’t always take a straight er breeds. With a field coat of preventing the correction in and correcting is as follows: I • Not adequately preparing a path and like to check they are easy to clean after the future. Additionally, dogs reward the dog for giving an puppy before advancing to the 10 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 11 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com effort to respond in a timely needed, the dog is trained. able running with a check cord manner to a learned command/ However, rewards should al- and feeling me on the other Dogs and puppies new cue the first time the command/ ways be part of any successful end of the cord before teaching Puppy Training to hunting cue is given. I correct the dog training program. “heel” or the “recall” command Do your homework. for a lack of effort to respond with a leash or check cord. It Gun shyness and appre- Have a training plan and in a timely manner to a learned is a handicap to try to teach a hensions around birds are outline the goals you’d like to command/cue the first time the dog bird manners if he is ap- environmentally induced. A reach with your dog, so you can command/cue is given. prehensive when attached to a 9 Tips for Training bold, confident youngster is research the best ways to get check cord. The optimum word is much less likely to develop a Hunting Dogs there. By the time the season “learned.” If the dog has not problem with either the sound It all starts with genetics. It opens, your dog should know learned the command, a cor- of a gun or the flush of a bird. is much easier to be a good dog all the basic commands – like rection should not be admin- I begin with pen-raised quail trainer when working with ge- sit, stay, come, heel, etc. – and istered. I teach the desired and pigeons before bringing the netically talented dogs. Strong have had some work with behavior by identifying the genetics are exhibited early. retrieving and have been ex- behavior – I use clicker training Developing a young pup tips for training hunt- sit, come, stay, heel. Don’t over- posed to the sound of gunfire. and positive reinforcement to that has all the ingredients ing dogs | Iowa DNRIf do it – at first, keep training ses- Introduce the dog to decoys develop the desired behavior is fun and rewarding. The you’ve brought home a sions under 10 minutes and just and calls long before the sea- of responding to a command/ trainer’s job is to maximize new9 puppy this year or want to a few times a day. Be consistent, son starts. You may also want cue.-- and rewarding before the genetics of the canine teach some new skills to your use repetition, and give lots of to have the dog work with live implementing avoidance train- hopeful. If the dog associates hunting companion, check out praise to keep training fun and pen birds (see page 35 of the ing and corrections. pressure with birds or does these tips on training dogs for interesting for the puppy. Iowa Hunting Regulations for not have solutions to solve more information). It is important to under- hunting. and prevent problems, the Be social. stand that corrections should Go solo. dog may be apprehensive While there will always be Spend lots of time with your be used to teach excellent re- Try not to take a dog new to in the bird field. This is a variables based on the breed of puppy, and be sure to introduce sponse to a known command/ hunting out with other hunters trainer problem, not a ge- dog, type of hunting and per- your pup to other people and cue. A dog should not be cor- and dogs at first – let the at- netic problem. A dog boast- sonal preference, these basics dogs. Socializing your puppy rected for making a mistake. tention be on your dog so that ing a blue ribbon heritage, should help you prepare for a is especially important if you Mistakes are mistakes. On the you can give him or her lots of developed with a realistic fun hunting season with your plan to hunt with other people other hand, a lack of effort to praise and time to work out the and sound training program canine partner. and dogs. respond in a timely manner to a kinks. and fed top-tier nutrition learned command/cue should Also be sure to brush up Think about timing. will develop into a dog that Get in the field – a lot. be corrected if the dog is to on dog restrictions, found on Consider what seasons makes the owner proud. learn that there is no option page 35 of the Iowa Hunting you’ll want to hunt with your The best learning for a hunt- that is acceptable other than A professional trainer Regulations, which includes dog and what age you’d like ing dog is by doing. Get your trying. Once a dog learns to and handler of pointing information on vaccinations, the dog to be at its first hunt. new dog on as many birds as avoid corrections by giving an and flushing dogs, George restricted training areas from For example, puppies born in possible their first season. Ex- pup to the field and exposing effort, he has become a finished, Hickox conducts four-day March 15 to July 15, required the spring are about six to eight pose new dogs – in a comfort- him to wild birds. A thundering polished performer. Proper ge- and one-day training schools licenses and more. months old when pheasant sea- able setting – to as many sights, pheasant or grouse taking flight netics and training that meshes for owners and their dogs. Puppies son opens. It also gives plenty sounds, and smells as possible can scare any pup. for the first few months, so they obedience training are part of For more information on the Start with the basics. of time for basic training before the formula. When introducing a canine George Hickox School of Dog the season starts. won’t be scared of those situa- Once your puppy is accli- pupil to the gun or birds, I Training or Hickox’s two train- tions in the future. I am often asked when a mated to its new home, start want to control the situation ing DVDs, “Training Pointing Be consistent but not trainer can stop rewarding the training by keeping it simple and guarantee the outcome. Dogs” and “Training the Up- dog. The question should be before moving on to more ad- harsh. The same goes for introducing land Retriever,” please visit when corrections can cease. vanced hunting training – think When you give your dog a dog to the check cord. I want www.georgehickox.com. Once corrections are no longer a command, give praise when the dog to be totally comfort- 12 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 13 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com they follow through. If not, Be sure to brush up on regu- make them follow the com- secondary to anxiety. Mater- Know your dog. lations for hunting with dogs in mand – too much leeway will Agression nal aggression is protecting Iowa, and check out our Iowa only make training harder – but Be sure to keep things fun, offspring against threatening Hunting board on Pinterest. don’t be too harsh. Be patient as dogs can easily key in on incidents. Predatory aggres- your emotions. If you’re tired, but persistent. sion is associated with the act frustrated and had a rough day, Canine Aggression Keep it real (and it’s not a good time to train your of chasing, capturing, killing interesting). dog. Be ready to be patient and and sometimes consuming Make training scenarios as enthusiastic for an effective ach and every pup- clinical assistant professor the kill.” py is born with its at the Texas A&M College of close to hunting in the field as training session. Just as your Some signs of fear related own unique per- Veterinary Medicine & Bio- you can. Don’t wait for open- dog can read your emotions, aggression can include cer- ing day to take your pup on be able to know how your pup sonality,E just like humans. medical Sciences. “Aggres- tain postures such as ears is feeling. If you see signs that Some are outgoing, some sion might be fear related, the duck boat for the first time, pulled back, tucked tail, ac- for example. But make sure it’s your dog is scared, frustrated are shy, some will love you and focused at a group of tive retreat, and raised hair not just the same thing every or bored, it’s time to wrap up unconditionally, and some unfamiliar people including on the back of neck or dor- time. Keep your dog guessing training and try again another are angry and aggressive. dogs, children, veterinarians, sum. These may occur before, with different types of hunting time. Canine aggression does not or certain events. Conflict ag- during or after the event that training sessions so they don’t necessarily come from an gression is used to describe triggers the aggression. A get bored. abusive past, but is usually a conflict that a dog experi- predatory aggression chase part of the animal’s person- ences that will result in ag- is targeted toward squirrels, ality. Animal aggression is gression. 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The owner becomes more tendencies of aggression. confrontational and the dog Canine aggression must be Dog aggression in the may become more threat- managed properly to help United States is hard to de- ened and resort to aggression prevent further aggressive termine because a majority of to resolve the conflict. Ter- tendencies. The veterinar- the incidents go unreported. ritorial aggression can elicit ian’s role should include in- It has been estimated that aggressive behavior, this may tervention advice and to help numerous dog bites occur be seen where the dog has establish a diagnosis if the monthly. Aggression is the territorial boundaries such as aggression is either abnormal most frequent reason that fences, doors, cars and yards. behavior, or normal behavior dogs are relinquished to Pain related aggression can that is unacceptable. shelters and that owners seek be shown with the antici- advice from veterinarians “Some of the types of pation of pain or a painful aggressions discussed may “Canine aggression can insult. This can be an act of respond to management be catalogued in different guarding a painful limb or and behavioral modifica- forms,” said Dr. M.A. Crist, self preservation and can be tion” said Crist. “Some may

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Skunks carry sion can be inherited, but should never reach for an Beware the Skunks! – Keep rabies without showing signs many aggressive responses aggressively aroused pet, but of the symptoms. One bite from are fear based and continu- should leave the room until your Pet Safe and Odor-Free a skunk and your pet could ous socialization might be the dog returns to normal in the Great Outdoors become infected with the ra- preventive against the de- non-aggressive state. These bies disease; his life in danger. If there is a chance your pet velopment of aggressive techniques take time and ith the fall season and is thought to be harmful has been bitten by a skunk, Dr. behavior. Medical problems lots of commitment. Sero- in sight, many of to cats, but it is not known for Blue-McLendon stressed that and chronic diseases can con- tonin drug therapy or syn- us will venture certain just how harmful. Bet- you should take your pet to tribute to pain and aggres- thetic dog appeasing phero- to theW great outdoors and go ter options include hydrogen see a veterinarian immediately, camping. All kinds of fascinat- peroxide, lemon juice, dish- sive responses. These medi- mones may be prescribed by if there is even a chance it has ing creatures can be found in washer detergent, or a variety cal issues may be controlled, a boarded veterinary animal been bitten by a skunk. but the aggression may still behaviorist to help treat un- the great outdoors, but when of commercial products that are remain due to learning, fear derlying anxiety and fear your puppy is roaming around, available at local pet stores or Skunks like to hide in dark places, so it is a good idea to or anxiety. Some studies have components.” beware the skunks! Puppies from your veterinarian. While especially can become curious commercial products are more train your pet not to go under shown low serotonin levels when they come across these costly than home remedies, houses or decks, and always are correlated with increased foreign creatures, but skunks they are often more successful have them updated on their aggressive behavior.” ABOUT PET TALK… are startled easily and have no at removing the odor on the rabies vaccinations. mercy. The skunk odor, which first try. The first step in training “If you own fruit bearing is actually a poison, can some- is to provide safety from the Dr. Alice Blue-McLendon, plants, remove the fallen fruit Pet Talk is a service of the times take years to remove from aggressive pet by separating a veterinarian at the College of quickly to reduce food sources College of Veterinary Medi- a dog’s fur. that may keep skunks coming it from the individuals. The cine & Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine & Biomed- Skunks have an incredible ical Sciences at Texas A&M Uni- back to your property” said correct uses of leashes and Texas A&M University. Sto- head collars, under the direc- talent for spraying with accu- versity cautions pet owners to Blue-McLendon. ries can be viewed on the racy. They also have the ability always wash their pet outside if tion of a boarded veterinary “There is no way to train Web at www.cvm.tamu.edu/ to spray multiple times in a row, it has been sprayed by a skunk. animal behaviorist, are used your pet to stay away from news. reaching up to ten feet away. She also warned pet owners to to create a safer situation. Try skunks,” noted Blue-McLen- The spray that a skunk emits is be sure pets do not get loose on to keep the pet away from its don. Most pets will keep their a type of oil, accompanied by the way to the bath tub, because distance after being sprayed aggression triggers, or block a horrific odor that will seep the odor-causing oil will stick to once, but some pets never learn visual access of them. deeply into a dog’s fur. Thank- anything it touches. their lesson, and continue to fully, there are multiple options “Behavioral modifica- There are no toxins in skunk be sprayed by the paranoid for getting rid of the odor. tion is not a simple obedi- spray, so it will not harm your skunks. ence task,” said Crist. “It Most people believe that pet. However, it could become ABOUT PET TALK… is attempting to change an tomato juice is the best remedy uncomfortable for them. for getting rid of a skunk’s odor, Pet Talk is a service of the unwanted behavior with “If your pet was sprayed in but this is in fact, false. Tomato College of Veterinary Medicine calm verbal commands. The the face, make sure to clean it juice is not very effective on & Biomedical Sciences, Texas idea is to change the pet- properly,” said Dr. Blue-McLen- animals and will sometimes A&M University. Stories can be owner relationship to have don. “ Wash the eyes out with stain a light-haired animal’s fur. viewed on the Web at http:// a command-response rela- a saline solution and clean out Tomato juice is also very acidic tamunews.tamu.edu. 16 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 17 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com the initial burn itself, is the pos- While lighter-pigmented sibility of cancer developing animals are more prone to de- Sun Burn ABOUT PET TALK… from the sun exposure. If you veloping burns, darker colored notice a change in the appear- animals are not without their Pet Talk is a service of ance of your pet’s skin, includ- own concerns. the College of Veterinary ing increased redness, raised Medicine & Biomedical Sci- “According to studies in Sun Exposure and Skin skin legions, bumps or wounds, ences, Texas A&M Univer- cattle that observed the effects your pet needs to be evaluated sity. Stories can be viewed of hide color and the risk of heat by its veterinarian. on the Web at http://ta- stress, darker pigmented ani- munews.tamu.edu. “Actinic keratosis, a condi- mals were more at risk for heat ummer time gener- those that are lightly pigmented tion that causes raised, red, stress since their coat did not ally means vacations, or have thinner coats. White flat-topped areas of skin that reflect as much light as lighter water, and a lot of fun animals, animals that like to may have a dry appearance, is colored animals,” explains Dr. in theS sun. However, the same spend time sunbathing, and associated with increased sun Diesel. “This does not usually concerns that affect people can even certain parts on every ani- exposure and may progress into cause skin problems; however, also cause problems for pets. mal, such as the nose (especially cancer in the future if not ad- darker animals are more at risk pink noses), ears, or abdomen, dressed,” warns Diesel. “As the As the weather warms up, for developing the side effects are especially prone to becom- thinly furred parts of animals many people take to bathing of heat stress, which include ing sunburned. are the highest risk areas for over-heating and heat stroke. their pets outside. It seems becoming sunburned, these are like a good idea, as pets may “In order to prevent their These are emergency situations the areas where this condition that require immediate evalua- dry faster and cause less water animals from becoming sun- is often noted.” mess. However, according to burned, one of the things that tion by a veterinarian.” Dr. Alison Diesel, lecturer in people can do is to apply sun- An additional problem ex- small animal dermatology, at screen on lightly pigmented acerbated by sun exposure is the Texas A&M College of Vet- or thinly furred areas before discoid lupus, an immune- In spite of the many risks erinary Medicine and Biomedi- the animal goes outside or mediated skin disease of the the rising temperatures bring cal Sciences, it is important to lays in a sunbeam to bathe,” nose. Some dog breeds that are with them, it is possible for you remember that water coming states Diesel. “As with people, particularly affected by this are and your pets to enjoy the sum- initially out of the hose may be the sunscreen will need to be Huskies, Malamutes, and other mer out of doors, provided the very hot. applied once every couple of northern breeds and shepherds. proper precautions are taken. hours. Sunscreens that have Train yourself to reapply your “One of the problems we Explains Diesel, “The nor- high SPFs (50+) and that are pet’s sunscreen each time you see related to hot weather is mally dark colored nose loses safe for infants are safe for a reapply yours, and make sure thermal burns from hoses that its pigment and turns pink. It dog or a cat.” your outdoor pets have ac- have been sitting outside in can also become crusted and cess to fresh water and shady the sun all day,” says Diesel. “Another thing an owner ulcerate; this may be noted as places to find some respite “Make sure to let the water run can do,” notes Diesel, “is pre- bleeding by the owners. The from the sun’s rays. Check the through the hose for several vent sunbathing during the decreased pigment puts the temperature of the water before minutes before bathing your peak times of the day, or when nose more at risk for sunburn. bathing your pet out of doors. dog. If it is too hot on your own the sun is at its strongest. This It is important that dogs diag- And remember to enjoy your hand, it will be too hot for the is typically from the early after- nosed with this condition have vacations with your best friend! dog’s skin.” noon until evening. Cats that infant-safe sunscreen applied sit in windowsills particularly several times daily to avoid It is well known that staying need to be monitored.” intensifying the disease.” out in the sun too long without any type of protection can cause As with people, one of the sunburns in people. The same main concerns with animals is true of animals, especially becoming sunburned, besides 18 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 19 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com that are performed and inter- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in preted by your veterinarian. Health humans in which the body’s “Treatment of canine hy- immune system attacks the pothyroidism consists of thyroid gland tissue and an oral administration of a decreases the production of Hypothyroidism in Dogs thyroid supplement” said thyroid hormone leading to air loss, weight Irish setter, Doberman pin- Crist. “Response to therapy similar symptoms of feel- gain, lethargy and scher, Dachshund, Miniature is monitored by the resolu- ing tired, having dry skin, exercise intolerance Schnauzer, Boxer and Poo- tion of clinical signs and brittle nails, cold intolerant, are Hsymptoms that most pet dle. Feline hypothyroidism is repeating a thyroid function mental dullness, and infer- owners attribute to the onset of extremely rare as a spontane- test about once a month after tility issues. Diagnosis with old age in their beloved pups. ous disease, although it may beginning supplementation thyroid function tests and But, especially if your dog is to monitor dosage. Most ca- medication with a thyroid about four to six years old, occur as a secondary reaction nines are supplemented with supplement can be a lifelong be aware that these might be to hyperthyroidism surgery. this medication life long after symptoms of hypothyroidism. treatment plan.” “Most dogs are adult beginning therapy and are Hypothyroidism is a canine Pet Talk is a service of the middle-aged, about four to checked once or twice a year condition in which the thyroid six years old when clinical College of Veterinary Medi- gland functions insufficiently. with thyroid function blood signs of hypothyroidism cine & Biomedical Sciences, The thyroid gland is that which tests from their veterinarian. Texas A&M University. controls the metabolic rate of can occur” said Crist. “High The response to therapy with the body. risk and giant breeds may activity, attitude, and ap- develop clinical signs at an petite usually occurs within “Almost all primary hypo- earlier age. 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Other causes can be roid gland in animals is on Your e-collar specialist since 1988 from congenital defects.” The diagnosis of hypo- thyroidism should be based either side of the trachea and www.collarclinic.com FREE Shipping in US48 Common breeds that are on a good physical examina- in humans it forms an ‘H’ predisposed to canine hy- tion from your veterinarian because it connects across pothyroidism are the Eng- and diagnostic blood tests, the trachea” noted Crist. lish setter, golden retriever, thyroid function blood tests “The most common cause is Photo credit Jim Lyons 20 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 21 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com

The Field axone have also been used.” Event Pictures As far as prevention goes, limiting tick exposure by using tick repellents and avoiding The MN Hunting Spaniel Lyme Disease frequent exposure to heavy tick-infested areas is the most Spring Hunt Test May yme disease, a com- Fortunately, your dog’s dis- effective. Controlling the deer mon tick-borne dis- ease does not put you or your population also has a direct 9-10 Good Going Kennel, ease in humans, can family at risk. “Dogs do not impact on limiting the tick be Lcontracted by our canine appear to be a source for infec- population. Additionally, there Baldwin, WI companions as well. The dis- tion in humans,” Dr. Duff said, are canine vaccines available By Dennis Guldan ease, which is caused by a “because they do not excrete to prevent Lyme disease, but spirochete bacterium, Borrelia infectious organisms in their you should consult with your burgdorferi, can often be dif- bodily fluids to any appreciable veterinarian about whether this ficult to diagnose. extent.” is the right option for your dog. “Hard-shelled ticks of the In order to most accurately genus Ixodes transmit Borrelia diagnose Lyme disease, it is ABOUT PET TALK… burgdorferi,” said Dr. Carly important that you provide Pet Talk is a service of the Duff, veterinary resident at your veterinarian with a thor- College of Veterinary Medicine the Texas A&M College of Vet- ough description of your dogs’ & Biomedical Sciences, Texas erinary Medicine & Biomedical symptoms and a history of their A&M University. Stories can be Sciences. “The tick attaches to health and activities. With this viewed on the Web at http:// its host, and then as the tick is knowledge, your veterinarian tamunews.tamu.edu. feeding, spirochete bacteria mi- will be able to better determine grate onto the host. As the tick the affected organs and method feeds for a longer period of time of treatment. and becomes engorged, there is Diagnostic tests may in- greater risk of infection.” clude a blood test, urinalysis, Clinical signs in canine and/or a draw of fluid from the patients may include fever, en- affected joints. Your veterinar- larged lymph nodes, a lack of ian will use these tests to look appetite, and lethargy. Others for the presence of bacteria and may develop acute lameness parasites in the bloodstream. as a result of joint inflamma- Fortunately, Lyme disease tion, which lasts for a few days is treatable. However, there is before returning days later, not possible risk of recurrence of necessarily in the same leg. the disease. This is known as “shifting-leg lameness.” More serious com- “Doxycycline may be pre- plications can include kidney scribed for 30 days, and dogs damage and heart or central with Lyme disease should re- nervous system abnormalities spond within one to two days,” in rare cases. said Dr. Duff. “Other drugs, such as amoxicillin and ceftri- 22 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 23 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com

24 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 25 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Prairie states ag Under the CRP program, Trail leaders guide each kids’ diversity of knowledge in News from the Non-profits producers to have more the U.S. Department of Agricul- team and are responsible for several areas of resource man- conservation options ture offers agricultural produc- getting the teams to each station agement,” said Shappell. ers rental fees and cost-share on time, making sure they un- Buysse participated in the CRP acres will help meet assistance to plant perennial derstand the rules, and keeping Envirothon when he was in backlog of landowners grasses on highly erodible land them energized and hydrated. Ducks Unlimited grassland on marginal soils. high school. Buysse says his wanting CRP to reduce soil erosion, improve Ducks Unlimited Farm Bill Across the plains of the central motivation for helping at the water quality and enhance Conservation Specialists Matt Additional CRP Acreage United States, grassland loss Prairie states farmers and competition was to inform the wildlife habitat. CRP also sup- Shappell and Dane Buysse continues at alarming rates. ranchers will soon have a new next generation about conser- Will Help Ducks, ports rural communities by bol- served as trail guides at this These grasslands are vital habi- opportunity to enroll in the vation and develop skills for Other Wildlife stering their recreational econo- year’s competition. tat for nesting ducks. A 2013 Conservation Reserve Pro- communicating with young Program expansion mies and diversifying incomes South Dakota State University gram (CRP). During a speech The competition lasts all people. “Our actions today for family farms. Participation announced at DU study found that more than 1.3 at Ducks Unlimited’s national day with teams following two will establish the potential for in CRP is voluntary. Typical National Convention million acres of grassland were convention Friday, Agricul- trails with 14 stops on each. tomorrow,” he said. “My dream CRP contracts run between 10 Officials from Ducks Unlim- converted to cropland across ture Secretary Tom Vilsack One trail had wildlife and for- is to ensure the next generation and 15 years. ited welcomed an announce- the Northern Great Plains from announced that an additional estry related questions and the can enjoy the great outdoors I ment by Agriculture Secretary 2006 to 2011. 800,000 acres of CRP will be ac- John Moe recently put some second featured aquatic and had when I grew up.” Tom Vilsack regarding an ad- cepted for general enrollment, of his land near Fredonia, N.D. soil-related questions. Most of “For 30 years, the Conserva- Shappell guided the Minot ditional 800,000 acres that will starting in December. Also into CRP. “I believe you can the stops presented multiple tion Reserve Program has been High School “Super Omnia be eligible for enrollment in the available are additional contin- do both, farm and take care of questions. a critical tool in conserving and Tectas” team, which took first Conservation Reserve Program uous CRP acres, including State Mother Nature,” Moe said. “We maintaining North America’s “This is a real feather in the place. The team was coached (CRP). Vilsack announced the Acres for Wildlife Enhancement have lots of nesting habitat here waterfowl populations,” said hat for North Dakota students,” by Joe Super and David Nor- additional CRP acreage during (SAFE) and conservation prac- for birds.” DU CEO Dale Hall. “At the said Diane Olson, competition ton and sponsored by The the Ducks Unlimited annual tices targeted at key waterfowl same time, it has been an im- The general sign-up period coordinator. Ward County Soil Conserva- convention in Milwaukee on breeding habitat in the Prairie portant tool for our farming for CRP will be Dec. 1, 2015, tion District. Second place Friday, May 29. Pothole Region (PPR). The winners of the North and ranching partners as they through Feb. 26, 2016. With went to Midkota High School Dakota competition receive a “These additional CRP acres continue to be good stewards “Ducks Unlimited has been continuous CRP, producers can “Team 1” sponsored by the $500 college scholarship and are great news for ducks and of the land and our wildlife. On concerned about the wide- enroll at any time, if there are Foster County Soil Conserva- go on to the North American hundreds of other wildlife spe- behalf of the members and vol- spread loss of CRP acres with acres available. tion District. Third place went Envirothon competition, which cies that benefit from habitat unteers of Ducks Unlimited, we nearly 2 million acres in North to Bismarck High School’s “E- will be held in Springfield, Mis- the program creates,” said DU thank Secretary Vilsack and our Dakota alone having come out Society,” sponsored by the Bur- souri this year. President Paul Bonderson. “The agricultural partners for their of the program since 2007. CRP DU biologists volunteer leigh County Soil Conservation Conservation Reserve Program participation and expansion of is especially vital in the PPR for North Dakota The competition continues District. where it provides habitat for has been one of the most suc- this program.” Envirothon competition into the evening when the stu- cessful wildlife conservation nesting waterfowl and other dents hear a presentation by a Twenty-two teams of high programs in history, and we wildlife,” said Steve Adair, natural resources professional school students braved wind, are thrilled to hear that addi- A general sign-up period for director of DU’s Great Plains about the theme. The teams cold and rain at this year’s tional environmentally sensi- CRP will be conducted Dec. 1, Region. “During the last two prepare an oral presentation Envirothon held recently in tive lands will be enrolled.” 2015, through Feb. 26, 2016. For general sign ups, two out of five based on the presentation and Crystal Springs, North Dakota. more information about CRP, landowners who wanted to get theme for the next day. They Lands enrolled in CRP help Envirothon is an annual compe- read the USDA news release. into the program were not able have two and a half hours to reduce erosion and also provide to due to limited funding, so tition where teams of five stu- Media Contact: Eric Keszler organize their presentation, habitat for many species of we are excited about the pros- dents are tested on their knowl- (901) 758-3924 ekeszler@ducks. and then they give it in front of wildlife across the country. Es- pect of farmers and ranchers edge of natural resources and org a panel of judges. tablished in 1985, the program now having more options to the environment. The theme has been especially important participate.” for this year’s competition was “The competition is quite where cropland has replaced urban and community forestry. grueling and really tests these

26 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 27 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Ducks Unlimited public awareness of expiring Sept. 30, 2015, will be ful conservation initiative in tat in Douglas County while Waterfowling Heritage our brand and mis- granted an option for one-year modern U.S. history – officially providing valuable outdoor Center is flying high sion.” extensions. celebrates its 30th anniversary. educational experiences for This milestone is not lost on area youth. The Ducks “Today’s Conservation Re- Interactive center program participants, support- Unlimited Water- serve Program news is big “We’re very excited to es- inside Bass Pro Shops ers and policy-makers: at the Memphis fowling Heritage for upland habitat in terms tablish a new volunteer chapter Center allows visi- of quantity and quality,” says “For 30 years, the Conser- in the heart of South Dakota’s Pyramid teaches tors to learn about Dave Nomsen, Pheasants For- vation Reserve Program has pheasant country,” said Kend- wetlands conservation, Ducks Unlimited, ever and Quail Forever’s vice supported farmers and ranch- all Strand, treasurer of the Fort waterfowling history wetlands conser- president of governmental ers as they continue to be good Randall Chapter of Pheasants and more vation, waterfowl, affairs, “General sign-ups, in stewards of land and water. Forever. “Douglas County has The Ducks Unlimited Wa- the history of wa- combination with high-value This initiative has helped farm- a long-standing tradition of terfowling Heritage Center terfowl hunting in continuous enrollments, will ers and ranchers prevent more upland hunting and a wide inside Bass Pro Shops at the North America and help keep CRP at its acreage than 8 billion tons of soil from variety of landscapes which Memphis Pyramid opened its the important role cap – 24 million acres – which eroding, reduce nitrogen and are conducive to growing ring- doors to the public April 29. that sportsmen and is imperative for pheasants, phosphorous runoff by 95 and necked pheasants. We look women have played quail, waterfowl and other 85 percent respectively, and forward to hosting a successful More than 20,000 people in conserving our wildlife. And targeted, continu- even sequestering 43 million membership fundraiser this fall flocked to the grand opening continent’s wildlife ous CRP programs like the State tons of greenhouse gases an- which will enable our chapter celebration that featured an and habitat. Pheasants Forever Acres for Wildlife Enhance- nually, equal to taking 8 million to preserve wildlife habitat, as all-star cast of celebrities from ment (SAFE) initiative, Upland cars off the road,” said Vilsack. well as these important tradi- The Waterfowling Heri- the world of sports, entertain- Habitat Buffers initiative, Duck “This has been one of most suc- tions for future generations.” tage Center offers exhibits and ment and the outdoors joining CRP General Sign- Nesting Habitat initiative, and cessful conservation programs experiences for visitors of all Widely known as the together to help Bass Pro Shops up Announced for the Pollinator Habitat initiative in the history of the country, ages, including displays featur- world’s premier hunting desti- celebrate the opening of one of raise the bar for upland habitat and today’s announcement ing waterfowling collectibles, Legendary Program’s nation for pheasants, establish- the most immersive, dynamic quality and wildlife while pro- keeps that momentum moving vintage firearms and original 30th Anniversary Year ment of the Fort Randall Chap- retail experiences in the world. viding additional incentives for forward.” art. In addition, a small theater U.S. Agriculture Secretary ter of Pheasants Forever follows Grand opening festivities con- landowners.” tinued through May 3. allows visitors to experience Tom Vilsack announced a Con- Media Contact Jar- positive news of mild weather the excitement of an Arkansas servation Reserve Program “I encourage all farmers and ed Wiklund (651) 209-4953 conditions for the state’s ring- “Ducks Unlimited is thrilled flooded timber duck hunt. (CRP) general sign-up will ranchers to consider the vari- jwiklund@pheasantsforever. necked population throughout to partner with Bass Pro Shops be held Dec. 1, 2015, through ous CRP continuous sign-up org the 2014-2015 winter seasons. Click here for more informa- in bringing the Waterfowling Feb. 26, 2016. Combined with initiatives that may help target South Dakota had a “very mild tion about the Ducks Unlimited Heritage Center to life,” said the added announcement of specific resource concerns,” winter,” according to Travis Ru- Waterfowling Heritage Center. Ducks Unlimited CEO Dale 800,000 new acres available to said Vilsack. “Financial assis- Pheasants Forever nia, lead pheasant biologist for Hall. “The center plays a large Media Contact: Gregg Pow- landowners through the pro- tance is offered for many prac- Growing and Crowing the South Dakota Game, Fish part in honoring our hunting ers (901) 758-3774 gpowers@ gram’s various targeted contin- tices including conservation with Chapter Start in and Parks. Most of the state’s and conservation heritage, ducks.org uous CRP practices, the general buffers and pollinator habitat South Dakota primary pheasant range, he while also educating Bass Pro and continuous program offer- plantings, and initiatives such said, received less than 20 inch- Shops guests about DU’s vision ings continue CRP’s legacy and as the highly erodible lands, Pheasant hunters and con- es of snow through mid-March, of wetlands sufficient to fill the will provide a much-needed bottomland hardwood tree servationists in South Dakota and seasonal spring rains have skies with waterfowl today, to- upland habitat boost to recover- and longleaf pine, all of which have formed the newest chap- added moisture to a drought- morrow and forever. And with ing pheasant, quail and upland are extremely important initia- ter of Pheasants Forever in the stricken landscape – good news both the Bass Pro Shops and DU wildlife populations. tives.” country. Officially named the for nesting hen pheasants. Waterfowling Heritage Center Fort Randall Chapter of Pheas- logos gracing the south side of Secretary Vilsack also said The general sign-up will ants Forever, the volunteer “Pheasants Forever chap- the Pyramid, this partnership that eligible existing program begin the same month CRP – committee has plans to posi- ters can play a pivotal role for will be a tremendous boost to participants with contracts regarded as the most success- tively influence wildlife habi- the protection and prosperity

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Those chapters have protected when filing a legiti- • For more information tative in South Dakota. “The spent $4.9 million to complete mate complaint, threatening to about the chapter or to become 25,163 habitat projects since testify or provide other infor- Fort Randall Chapter of Pheas- This would include employ- involved, please contact chap- the first South Dakota chapter Governor McCrory mation in good faith. ants Forever is an assembly of ees entering a private area of a ter president, Tracy Hinckley, at formed in Minnehaha County vetoed HB 405 on Friday, business owners and upland business for any reason other For North Carolina dog (605) 724-2888 / email. in 1985. Those projects have May 29. hunters who recognize the im- than a true intent of holding owners, someone could not improved 380,000 acres for portance of pheasant hunting in • The chapter will hold its The legislature now has the employment or doing business come to a kennel appearing to wildlife. For more information their local communities. I look next meeting on Monday, June option of overriding this veto with the employer and doing wish to conduct business or be regarding Pheasants Forever forward to working with these 15, at 7:00 p.m. at Blue Moon with a 3/5 majority vote in both any of the following without hired as kennel help and then in the state or to start a local individuals to contribute last- Bar & Grill (708 2nd Street - Ar- chambers. The AKC supports permission or authorization: access private areas without chapter, contact Mike Stephen- ing positive impacts in Douglas mour, SD 57313). Hunters and this measure and urges North permission, cause damage, son, regional representative * Capturing or removing County.” conservationists interested in Carolinians to contact their steal information or records, or for Pheasants Forever at (605) data, paper, records, or any joining the chapter as volun- state senator and representative plant recording devices. It also Pheasants Forever and state other documents teers are encouraged to attend. 651-2716 / email. today and ask them support a officials have taken steps in protects dog owners from those veto override. Visit the Legisla- * Recording images or sound recent months to safeguard Media Contact Jar- who may attempt to steal dogs ed Wiklund (651) 209-4953 tive Action Center and type in or access areas such as whelp- South Dakota’s world-class * Knowingly/intentionally jwiklund@pheasantsforever. your address to find the name ing boxes that are off-limits to pheasant population. Follow- placing electronic surveillance org and contact information for the public for health and safety ing recommendations of the or a secret camera on the em- your state legislators. reasons. Pheasant Habitat Work Group, ployer’s premises and using the the South Dakota Conserva- device to record data or images In short, House Bill 405 tion Fund was established as a simply prevents persons from A bill to protect private * Conspiring in “organized funding mechanism for habitat accessing areas and documents property rights in North Caro- retail theft” or improvements throughout the lina has been approved by the that they do not legally have state’s pheasant range. In addi- General Assembly, but not * Committing any act that access to, and also from plant- tion, Pheasants Forever is now without a strong fight from substantially interferes with ing surveillance equipment, offering landowners in South animal rights groups. property ownership or posses- illegally recording activities, Dakota a new conservation sion. and conducting other similar program – the Honey Bee and House Bill 405, known as actions. This would protect None of these acts may be Monarch Butterfly Partner- the “Property Protection Act”, businesses from those who may used to “breach the person’s ship– designed specifically to would expand current law wish to then share information duty of loyalty to the employer.” create native wildflower and to hold a person liable for with competitors or those who grassland plots that positively damages when they intention- So what does this mean in wish to shut down legitimate, influence upland bird, bee and ally access a non-public area of practical terms? Although ani- legal businesses. butterfly populations. someone else’s premises and mal rights activists continue to The bill has been over- “engage in an act that exceeds call the measure “ag gag” and Fort Randall Chapter of whelmingly approved by the the person’s authority to enter vehemently oppose it, the bill Pheasants Forever North Carolina General Assem- those areas….” In other words, does not single out agricultural bly and will be sent to Governor • The Fort Randall Chapter if someone accesses a private businesses or dog breeders. McCrory soon. of Pheasants Forever has elect- area of another person’s prop- Instead, it applies to all private ed Tracy Hinckley of Armour erty without permission, they properties and protects them as president, Kevin Leonard of Photo Credit: Roger Hill can be held liable for any dam- from corporate espionage, theft, Armour as habitat chair, Larry ages. and other activities that would Wold of Armour as banquet harm legitimate, legal business.

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We look riculture and Rural Develop- In more severe cases, it fact, humane tethering allows names helps you get off to the deserving fancier or forward to recognizing three ment. might be necessary to hospi- some dogs the best opportunity perfect start with your new more commendable individu- talize your dog and provide for exercise, socialization and pup! dog that should be More than 1,000 dogs in the als with Lifetime Achievement intravenous antibiotic and fluid acclimatization, especially if Midwest have caught the ca- Do you see your dog’s name honored with an AKC Awards. support. We would always they are working dogs. In ad- nine flu virus since it first broke. on the list? Share your stories Lifetime Achievement advise seeking help from your dition, training for American For our deserving dogs, This case in Macomb County with us in the comments below. Award (LAA) or an AKC local vet if you have any ques- Kennel Club field trials, search we’re once again seeking ACE and two additional cases in tions or concerns. and rescue, and other activi- The American Kennel Humane Fund Award nominations in the categories of Grand Rapids are the first cases ties may also require a dog to Club’s Ultimate Dog Name List for Canine Excellence Uniformed Service K-9, Exem- to be reported in Michigan. One-size-fits-all Dog be temporarily and humanely (ACE)? plary Companion, Search and Tethering Bill Could Abby Ace Addie Adele An older strain, H3N8, has tethered outside in cold tem- Annie Apollo Aspen Bailey Both award programs are Rescue, Therapy and Service. Create Problems for also been affecting dogs in peratures. Beamer Bear Belle Bella Birdie seeking nominations now, so As we all read through the the Midwest. Both strains of Field Trials, Cold-loving The bill also creates some Bling Blue Bogey Body Boomer please let us know who you touching ACE stories every the virus can cause coughing, Breeds specific standards for shelter Bowen Breeze Brie Brody Buzz think deserves to be recognized. year, we’re struck once again runny nose and fever in dogs. While no dog should ever and bedding for dogs kept out- Callaway Casey Cash Catcher by the overwhelming devotion According to our partner or- AKC member clubs can be kept in a situation that en- doors. Dog owners in Pennsyl- Chaos Chase Chili CiCi Cody our dogs show to us. It truly ganization, the Canine Health nominate fanciers for a Life- dangers its health, wellbeing, vania should read the entire bill Cole Comet Cooper Cruise reminds us why we do what Foundation, a small percent- time Achievement Award in or safety, there are many dog and AKC’s legislative alert to Crush Daisy Dare Dash we do at the American Kennel age of dogs will develop more the categories of Conformation, breeds that thrive in cold tem- see if this will impact your out- Dawson Dazzle Demi De- Club. Read through some of the severe symptoms. These strains Companion Events and Perfor- peratures. door activities with your dogs nali Diva Dixie Echo Eli Ellie mance. This year’s honorees past winners’ inspiring stories do not impact humans but can Emmy Evie Finn Flash Frankie A bill is advancing in the or how you shelter your dogs. will join the 51 LAA winners in the “ACE Files,” a column be contagious to cats. Frisco Gator Georgia Ginger Pennsylvania Senate that would that have made a long-lasting that appears in every issue of What do you think? Join the Grace Haley Happy Harley Like viral flu in humans, ca- amend the state’s cruelty laws impact on our sport, includ- AKC Family Dog magazine. conversation by following @ Hattie Hope Hunter Indy Jack nine influenza cannot be cured to create specific, one-size-fits ing Dr. M. Josephine Deubler, AKCLegAlerts on Twitter and Jamie Jax Jazz Jenna Jersey Visit the AKC Humane and must be simply allowed all requirements for tethering Wendell J. Sammet, Walter F. feel free to comment below. Jet Jinx JoJo Josie Joy Juno Fund by July 1st for a nomina- to run its course. Like most dogs. Goodman, Edd E. Bivin and tion form. We’ll be selecting viral diseases, any treatment is Getting a new dog or Karma Kenzi Kiva Kona Kyra Patricia Craige Trotter, among the five canine heroes for 2015 mostly supportive. If you have Senate Bill 373 proposes puppy soon? Lacie Lark Laser Latte Levi many others. prohibiting a dog from being Lilly Linx Logan Lucy Luke later this summer and honoring a dog that has been diagnosed As a responsible potential tethered outside for more than Max Mia Mojo Molly Mur- If your member club would them at the AKC/Eukanuba with the virus you should iso- dog owner, seeking out a good 30 minutes if the temperature is phy Nike Nova Obie Ollie like to suggest a candidate in National Championship in Or- late him from other dogs for at breeder or reputable rescue, below 32 degrees. This could di- Peach Penny Pepper Piper one, two or all three categories, lando this December. least 7 to 10 days. This will help finding a vet, and locating a rectly impact winter dog sports, Prada Ranger Raven Reggie please email your club’s name, to prevent or at least minimize training class are just a few Sincerely, sledding and other winter Remington Riley Ripley Riot event category and nomina- infection of other dogs. of the things you’ll need to activities as well as field trials. River Roxie Ruby Rumor tion choices to Neil Singer at Dennis B. Sprung do before adding a new furry If your dog has a mild case, Salsa Scarlett Scout Shadow [email protected] by May 29, 2015. While no dog should ever member to the family. President and CEO you can manage him at home Shiloh Skye Slater Sophie (Current AKC Staff are not eli- be kept in a situation that en- rather than a vet hospital. This One of the most fun tasks? Spark Spencer Spirit Spring gible, nor are past recipients.) dangers its health, wellbeing, will be more comfortable for Picking out the perfect name! Star Storm Strider Summer Nominees should have made or safety, there are many dog Canine Flu Continues To him. Keep your dog in a quiet, If you need some inspiration, Tally Tango Tank Taylor significant contributions on a breeds that thrive in cold tem- Spread, Cases Reported calm and familiar environment. AKC experts are here to help. Tease Tessa Token Tori national level. peratures. Breeds like Alas- In Michigan Keep him well-hydrated, with Tripp Trooper Tucker Tux lots of access to fresh water, kan Malamutes and Siberian The names below are our After we receive the re- A case of the H3N2 canine Whip Wyatt Zeke Zip and should be fed a nutritious, Huskies are happy to be kept favorite top 150 dog names, sponses, we’ll send out a sec- influenza has affected a dog Think you have the perfect palatable diet. outside in cold weather, even inspired by the thousands of ond email to Member clubs in the Macomb County area name in mind? Watch this to containing the top three names unattended. Keeping them hu- dogs that have participated in of Michigan according to the manely tethered outside does AKC sports and events over find the perfect dog to fit your in each category for final vot- Michigan Department of Ag- lifestyle. ing, with the winners to be not harm them in any way. In the years. We hope one of these 32 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 33 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com

NSSF’s Where To Shoot Android device. iPhone and winner here, as we increased News from the Enemy Camps & the Good Guys App Helps You Locate iPad: http://www.whereto- federal tax payments by 108 Ranges shoot.org/iOS percent, Pittman-Robertson excise taxes that support More shooting ranges Android: http://www. wildlife conservation by 145 exist in your area than you wheretoshoot.org/Android percent and state business NSSF’s Annual Boy der, NSSF Manager, Outreach probably realize. Search for taxes by 106 percent. And Scouts Grant Program and Diversity. “These grants them and find what they gratifyingly, throughout this continue the mutually sup- have to offer with the pop- Firearms Industry Kicks Into Gear period of growth, both crimi- portive relationship the Boy ular Where To Shoot app Economic Impact nal and accidental misuses of As part of an annual pro- Scouts of America have long developed by the National Rises 125% since 2008 shared with NSSF and they firearms continued to drop.” gram that encourages youth Shooting Sports Foundation. The total economic im- participation in the shooting are yet another way NSSF is The Firearms and Am- Available for free in the pact of the firearms and sports, the National Shooting able to further its mission of munition Industry Economic Apple App Store and Google ammunition industry in the Sports Foundation (NSSF) is promoting, protecting and Impact Report: 2014 provides Play, Where To Shoot puts United States increased from once again partnering with preserving hunting and the a state by state breakdown of North America’s most com- $19.1 billion in 2008 to $42.9 Boy Scouts of America Coun- shooting sports.” job numbers, wages and out- prehensive directory of billion in 2014, a 125 percent cils. This year’s program put covering direct, supplier BSA Councils wishing shooting ranges in the palm increase, while the total num- makes available $100,000 in and induced employment, as to apply for grants should of your hand. It also includes ber of full-time equivalent funding, double the amount well as federal excise taxes visit the grant guidelines video tips for shooters, news jobs* rose from approxi- of previous years. Successful paid. Access the full report and application procedures and firearm safety informa- mately 166,000 to more than BSA Council grant applicants at nssf.org/bsagrant. Coun- 263,000, a 58 percent increase here can receive a portion of those tion. cils awarded funds through in that period, according to a *These include jobs in grant funds provided by Users can search for rang- NSSF’s BSA Grant Program new report released today by companies supplying goods NSSF to develop or expand es by location or zip code must use those grants for the National Shooting Sports and services to manufactur- their troop activities in target and find specifics about each the purchase of equipment Foundation, the industry’s ers, distributors and retailers, shooting and marksmanship. range, including types of and supplies for their shoot- trade association. as well as those that depend Target shooting programs ing sports activities from shooting supported, accessi- “We have seen contin- on sales to workers in the rank among Scouting’s most an NSSF Member Retailer. bility, instruction, directions ued dramatic growth in the firearms and ammunition popular activities, teach- The full list of these retail- and contact information. firearms and ammunition industry. ing marksmanship, firearms ers is available at nssf.org/ The app is modeled after industry that is the direct and range safety, teamwork retailers/find. Examples of NSSF’s popular WhereTo- result of consumer demand building and fundraising qualifying purchases are Shoot.org website and is up- for our products since 2008,” skills. ammunition, eye and ear dated frequently with range said Stephen L. Sanetti, NSSF protection, firearms, targets “Now in its fifth year, information in every U.S. president and chief execu- and shooting vests. For more NSSF’s BSA Council Grant state and Canadian prov- tive officer. “In our nation’s information on this special Program has an enormous ince. New tips for hunters economic recovery since that program and qualifications, impact in encouraging both and shooters are also added year, our industry has been contact Samantha Pedder at local council leaders and their regularly. a standout, increasing our [email protected] or 203-426- troop members to further their direct workforce by 78 per- firearms safety education and 1320 ext. 286. Download the app through the links below or by cent, adding jobs that pay an sharpen their marksmanship average of more than $52,000 skills,” said Samantha Ped- simply visiting www.Where- ToShoot.org on your iOS or in wages and benefits. Wild- life conservation is the real 34 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 35 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Dead or sick domestic birds in making sure our children have should be reported to the DEC at the same outdoor experiences as licenses are renewed in April, May land purchases, leases, and conser- State News (907) 375-8215; for more informa- we did growing up.” and June. When you go online or vation easements that protect wet- tion, contact Dr. Bob Gerlach bob. to your favorite retailer to renew lands. Since 1934, funds from the “Hunters and anglers already your fishing license, please consider sales of Federal Duck Stamps have [email protected] in Anchorage support our conservation efforts at 375-8214. Dead or sick wild birds making that $5 donation to the ICF. protected more than 6 million acres Alaska The Alaska Departments of Fish through their purchases of licenses of wetlands in the United States, an should be reported to ADF&G and stamps,” said Illinois Depart- For more information on the ICF, Avian Flu in Lower 48 and Game, Environmental Con- Wildlife Health and Disease Sur- or to arrange individual or corpo- area roughly the size of Vermont. servation, and the U.S. Geological ment of Natural Resources (IDNR) veillance Program, phone: (907) rate support for ICF educational Unfortunately, the price has Prompts Reminder for Survey and U.S. Department of Director Wayne Rosenthal. “I’m not 328-8354, email: dfg.dwc.vet@ and other programs, contact the remained unchanged for so long Agriculture continue to test wild surprised that our sportsmen and Alaska Subsistence alaska.gov; or to the U.S. Fish and Foundation at 217-785-2003 or on- that the Duck Stamp’s impact on birds for avian influenza and the women have stepped up again to Wildlife Service Avian Disease Ho- line at www.ilcf.org. habitat has diminished. According Waterfowl Hunters to geographic distribution and variety fund the Foundation’s important tline at 1-866-527-3358. to the Federal Bureau of Labor Sta- of bird species infected with these work to educate the next generation Clean Up After Handling tistics, in 2015 it would take $25.74 strains will likely expand. For questions and answers con- of conservationists.” Birds to have the same buying power as cerning avian flu, including infor- As the charitable partner of the Alaska’s subsistence waterfowl Avian flu concerns have prompt- mation for owners of domestic birds $15 in 1991. ed increased surveillance of wild IDNR, the ICF serves more than Indiana hunting seasons opened on April and poultry, see the sheet provided Though it is called the “Duck birds in Alaska in the past. Between 6,000 children annually at the 2 and with spring migration un- by the Alaska Department of Envi- Federal “Duck Stamp” to Stamp,” habitat protected by these 2006 and 2010, nearly 57,000 birds Torstenson Youth Conservation der way hunters are reminded to ronmental Conservation at http:// Education Center (TYCEC) outside increase from $15 to $25 funds is used by hundreds of other practice routine hygiene when were tested for H5N1, and none dec.alaska.gov/eh/vet/HPAI%20 of Rockford, where kids are intro- The Federal Migratory Bird Hunt- species, including birds, mammals, handling, cleaning and cooking the tested positive for the virus. While 2015%20Q_A_4_1_15.pdf. duced to hunting, camping and na- ing and Conservation Stamp, or reptiles, amphibians, fish, inverte- ducks, geese and other migratory no public health concerns have ture observation and sustainability “Duck Stamp,” will increase in brates and plants. birds they harvest. been associated with HPAI, these cases serve as reminders that wild- on site, often for the first times in price for the first time in 24 years. Any waterfowl hunter age 16 Two strains of highly pathogenic life can carry pathogens of many Illinois their lives. The cost will go from $15 to $25. or older must buy a Federal Duck avian influenza (HPAI), or “bird kinds. As always, Alaska hunters Youth hunting education around The increase adjusts for inflation Stamp every year. The Duck Stamp flu,” were found in wild birds late should practice routine hygiene the state includes mentored expe- over the last 24 years. Several con- provides also allows free entry for last year in northwestern Wash- Illinois Hunters and when handling, cleaning and cook- riences with deer, turkey, duck, servation organizations, including wildlife watchers into any National ington and southwestern Oregon. ing wild game. The Department of Anglers Raise $726,000 pheasant, dove, goose and squir- Ducks Unlimited and Delta Water- Wildlife Refuge that charges admis- Since then, HPAI has been con- Fish and Game recommends the through License rel hunts. These hunts are often in fowl, support the increase. sion. firmed in waterfowl in11 Lower 48 following: partnership with other organiza- The Duck Stamp is a good invest- states, but not Alaska. Wild birds Purchases Voluntary The 2005 National Duck Hunter tions, such as Ducks Unlimited, the ment not only for waterfowl hunt- arriving from wintering areas will * Do not handle or eat obviously Survey showed that 65 percent of Donation of $5 to National Wild Turkey Federation ers and stamp collectors, but also likely carry avian influenza to sick game. U.S. duck hunters spent more than and Pheasants Forever. for any conservationist, birder or Alaska. * Wear rubber or disposable latex Illinois Conservation $250 per season. wildlife viewer who wants to en- gloves while handling and cleaning This spring, thanks to several Both HPAI and low pathogenic Foundation Supports “In terms of expenditures by wa- sure that wetland wildlife continues game. donors, the ICF will have a brand terfowl hunters, a $10 increase each avian influenza occur in wild birds. Youth Programs new fishing pond at the TYCEC. to have a place to live, Phelps said. HPAI has never been detected in * Wash hands and thoroughly season is not a huge hit for most Illinois hunters and anglers have The IDNR will help to fully stock “The Duck Stamp is vital to wet- Alaska and currently the risks of clean knives, equipment and sur- folks,” said Adam Phelps, DNR raised $726,000 for youth hunting this pond so children who visit the land habitats,” said Phelps. “And contracting the virus are negli- faces that come into contact with waterfowl biologist. “This increase and fishing programs since 2006. property will have a chance to learn we hope that this increase does not gible to Alaska waterfowl hunters. game. is equivalent to a half-box or less of This year’s license renewals pushed about and experience catch-and- cause hardship to hunters and other Worldwide, no cases of the HPAI shotgun shells, three to four gallons * Do not eat, drink or smoke while total donations past the $726,000 release fishing. Education can also conservationists. The Federal Duck viruses recently identified in North of gas, or one or two duck decoys,” handling animals. mark, and well on the way to a be taken off the property anywhere Stamp Program has never been America have ever been transmit- goal of $1 million raised, hopefully in the state with the Torstenson But the revenue will be incredibly more important.” ted to people. However, the status * All game should be thoroughly important for ducks and duck hunt- cooked (meat internal temperature sometime in 2019. When licenses Education Station, a mobile class- The 2015 stamp will be released of highly pathogenic HPAI in North are purchased, individuals are room equipped with a myriad of ing, according to Phelps. America is very dynamic. of 165 °F). July 1, and can be purchased at asked to make a $5 donation for the hunting and fishing gear available Ninety-eight cents of every dollar some Indiana license retailers, “These strains are not believed Fish and game agencies in some Illinois Conservation Foundation. for children to get hands-on experi- spent on Federal Duck Stamps goes many U.S. Post Offices, toll-free to be easily transmitted to humans, Lower 48 states affected by the “Our long-time supporters know ence with. toward improving and preserving at (800) STAMP-24, and online at but that could change as the viruses recent HPAI outbreak are advising that the ICF is a not-for-profit or- With a mission of inspiring the habitat, making it one of the most duckstamp.com. evolve,” said state Migratory Bird falconers to avoid hunting avian efficient funding sources for wild- species, particularly waterfowl, ganization dedicated to educating next generation of conservation Coordinator Dan Rosenberg. “Low youth about the outdoors,” said ICF leaders and outdoor sportsmen and life in the world. pathogenic avian influenza has since raptors used for hunting are Executive Director Eric Schmidt. women, the ICF uses all funding Money is spent on the National Contact Information: Adam been detected in Alaska in the past, susceptible to the viruses. Alaska Phelps, Phone: (812) 334-1137, falconers should consider taking “We couldn’t do this without the to support programs such as the Wildlife Refuge System, including but has not been known to affect support of so many hunters and ones above. You can learn more Email: [email protected] people.” similar precautions. Waterfowl Production Areas in the anglers who have a vested interest about the ICF at www.ilcf.org. Most Prairie Pothole Region, through

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If hens have good fat sup- information on pheasant recovery of the amendments. Missouri River Zone – Oct. 10 – plies coming out of the winter, they available through Based on the positive comments CRP is available at www.iowadnr. Any persons who intend to at- Dec. 22 are more likely to nest successfully, gov/habitat that filled Todd Bogenschutz‚ email said Bogenschutz. Planning shelter- tend the public hearing and have Michigan DNR and voicemail, Iowa pheasant hunt- special requirements, such as those belts and food plots for next winter Light Geese (white and blue The Michigan Department of Nat- ers saw more birds last fall and after related to hearing or mobility should begin this spring and there Proposed Waterfowl, phase snow geese and Ross’s geese) ural Resources today announced last winter‚ below normal snowfall are a few things landowners should impairments, should contact the that it will accept 2015 Round 2 that good vibe should continue this keep in mind when designing these Deer Regulations DNR and request specific accom- North Zone – Sept. 26 – Jan. 10, Wildlife Habitat Grant Program season. areas. Approved for Public modations. 2016 applications June 1 through July 10, giving priority to projects featur- Bogenschutz, the upland wildlife • Corn provides the most reli- Comment South Zone – Oct. 3 – Jan. 15, 2016 ing habitat enhancement for game biologist for the Iowa Department able food source throughout the Missouri River Zone – Oct. 10 – The Natural Resource Commis- Proposed Migratory species. of Natural Resources, uses winter winter as it resists lodging in heavy Jan. 15, 2016 snowfall and spring rain totals sion of the Iowa Department of Game Bird Seasons snows. Sorghum or milo provides Natural Resources approved pro- The Wildlife Habitat Grant Pro- along with historic trends to predict better winter habitat. Pheasants The proposals adjust the season gram, funded with a portion of the pheasant population swings. posed seasons and bag limits for Special Canada Goose Zones prefer to eat corn. Half-corn and waterfowl and resident deer hunt- dates to comply with what DNR revenue from hunting and fishing For five years in a row, heavy half-sorghum plots make the best anticipates the 2015-2016 federal – designated areas around Des licenses sold each year, began in Oc- ing during its monthly meeting on Moines, Cedar Rapids/Iowa City winter snow followed by cool wet of both worlds. May 14. regulations will be based upon tober 2013. The DNR administers meetings with the United States and Cedar Falls/Waterloo – Sept. the program through a cooperative springs sent Iowa pheasant num- • Place food plots next to wet- The proposals were developed Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) 5-13 effort between its Wildlife Division bers into a free fall bottoming out lands, CRP fields, or multi row after a statewide public meeting this year at the Mississippi Flyway and Grants Management Section. in 2011. But after more favorable shrub conifer shelterbelts that pro- winter/nesting seasons, including over the Iowa Communications Council. vide good winter habitat and away Network on March 25 where the Statewide Light Geese Conserva- The main objective of the grant most recently in back to back years, from deciduous trees that provide The final regulations are not tion Order (white and blue phase program is to enhance and improve things are looking up for ringnecks. DNR asked participants what went raptors with a place to sit. well last fall, what didn’t, and published until July, yet the season snow geese and Ross’s geese) Jan. the quality and quantity of game- We had a good winter and should begins in September, so the DNR is species habitat. Managing habitat • The size of the food plot what changes hunters and trappers 16 – April 15, 2016 have had good pheasant and quail obligated to begin the rulemaking for sustainable wildlife populations depends on where it is placed. If would like to see for this fall. survival. Every region in the state process before the final param- in a changing environment is Goal it‚ next to good winter cover, the was below normal for snowfall, The proposals will be available eters have been set. The proposed Statewide Special September Teal 2 in the DNR Wildlife Division’s smaller the plot can be with two except the east central region and for formal comment from June 10- amendments also ensure the sea- Season – Sept. 5-20 strategic plan, The GPS. acres being the minimum. If winter it was only one-inch above normal 30. Persons who wish to convey sons open on weekends. so we should be poised for an in- cover is marginal, like a road ditch, their comments orally may contact Proposed Changes to “This is an exciting opportunity Ducks, Mergansers and Coots to partner with others in the state crease in bird numbers as long as then the plots must be larger, in the the Wildlife Bureau at 515-725-8200 Migratory Game Bird Pos- we have a good nesting season, Bo- 5-10 acre range, to provide cover as or visit the fourth floor of the Wal- North Zone – Oct. 3-18, and Oct. to increase the habitat available genschutz said. It will be interesting well as food. lace State Office Building in Des 24-Dec. 6; session Limits for game species in Michigan and to enhance the existing habitat for to see the August roadside survey • Depending on the amount of Moines during regular business The DNR is also proposing to South Zone – Oct. 3-7, and Oct. the benefit of hunters, trappers and results. The two year reprieve to use, some food plots can be left for hours. raise the possession limit for com- 17- Dec. 10; wildlife viewers,” said DNR Wild- more normal winter snowfall is two years. The weedy growth that mon snipe from 16 to 24 birds, Any interested person may make life Division Chief Russ Mason. encouraging and there are steps follows in the second year provides Missouri River Zone – Oct. 3-7, Virginia rail and sora from 24 to 36 written suggestions or comments and Oct. 24-Dec. 17 landowners can take to help ensure excellent nesting, brood rearing and on the proposed amendments on birds in aggregate of both species, Funding is available for local, the trend continues plant shelter- winter habitat. Food plots that have or before June 30, 2015. Written Youth Waterfowl Hunting Days for woodcock from 6 to 9 birds, state, federal and tribal govern- belts and food plots. Virtually all of ments, for-profit and nonprofit heavy deer use generally need to be comments may be directed to the North Zone – Sept. 26-27 and for doves from 30 to 45 birds. Iowa‚ winter mortality is attributed replanted every year. Department of Natural Resources, The daily bag limits would remain groups, and individuals through to persistent snows or blizzards South Zone – Oct. 10-11 an open, competitive process. Mini- • Cost share assistance or seed Wildlife Bureau Chief, Wallace State unchanged. with the birds dying of exposure, mum grant amounts will be set at for food plot establishment is avail- Office Building, 502 E. 9th Street, Missouri River Zone- Oct. 17-18 This increase is based upon what to predators or from the weather. $15,000, with the maximum being able from most county Pheasants Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0034; by the DNR anticipates the 2015-2016 Well designed shelterbelts provide Canada Geese and Brant the amount of funds available for Forever chapters or local co-ops. e-mail at [email protected]. federal regulations on possession important cover and food plots North Zone - Sept. 26 – Jan. 1, that grant cycle. The 2015 Round For information on how to estab- limits will be for these species from an additional food source to help The Iowa DNR will host a public 2016 2 overall available grant amount is lish or design shelterbelts or food meetings with the USFWS this year pheasants, quail and other wildlife hearing June 30, 2015, at 2 p.m. in approximately $1 million. plots that benefit wildlife, contact South Zone – Oct. 3 – Jan. 8, 2016 at the Mississippi Flyway Council. survive periods of prolonged or the third floor conference rooms of your local wildlife biologist www. The application period will be- heavy snow. A food plot associated the Wallace State Office Building in Missouri River Zone – Oct. 10 – iowadnr.gov/privatelands‚ Land- gin June 1. Applications must be with a shelterbelt likely improves Des Moines. Jan. 15, 2016 owners with existing cropland who postmarked no later than July 10 survival because food plots provide want to establish pheasant habitat At the public hearing, persons to be considered for funding. Suc- additional winter habitat as well (winter cover, food plots, nest- may present their views either cessful grant applications will be 38 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 © Bird Dog & Retriever News, PO Box 120089, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 39 We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine Magazine and web pages ads starting from $120/Yr June/July 2015 Now in our Twenty Fourth year www.Bdarn.com June/July 2015 We average over a half-million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com announced by Oct. 1. The detailed almost 1,000 conservation areas 417-876-5226. zens to use, enjoy and learn about to these events, but it is likely that program handbook and application these resources. Most Missourians Nebraska throughout the state and invites The public is also invited to share the nesting season for most game are available at www.michigan. are within a 30-minute drive of an public comments. ideas online now through June 15 birds was not impacted. The next gov/dnr-grants. MDC conservation area. MDC is inviting public comment at mdc.mo.gov/areaplans. Survey Suggests Good scheduled survey is in July. The Michigan Department of “Missourians care about conser- at the Four Rivers Conservation Four Rivers is a premier wetland Recovery for Many Natural Resources is committed vation and use conservation areas Area to aid staff in developing a and bottomland forest destination to the conservation, protection, for many different reasons,” said Wildlife Species 10-year management plan for the for hunters, birders, hikers, pho- Nevada management, use and enjoyment MDC Director Bob Ziehmer. “These area. Interested persons or groups tographers and naturalists. The All wildlife species surveyed New Project Planned of the state’s natural and cultural areas help people discover nature are invited to bring their ideas to an Marmaton River, Little Osage River, during the 2015 April Rural Mail resources for current and future through various activities, and to Help Bi-State Sage open house 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Marais des Cygnes River and Osage Carrier Survey appeared to have a generations. For more information, help make Missouri a great place June 9, at the Four Rivers office, River all run through or border the good overwinter survival heading Grouse go to www.michigan.gov/dnr. to hunt, fish, and enjoy other out- 4347 W. 1625 Road, Rich Hill, Mo. almost 14,000-acre area. Four Rivers into breeding season. Those species In a continuing effort to help door activities. We want to know MDC welcomes input on the plan has four major wetland units and also appeared to have rebounded increase the population of Bi-State how conservation areas are impor- from recreational users, neighbor- is designated an Important Bird from the severe winter of 2009-2010 sage grouse, the Nevada Depart- tant to Missourians. Encouraging Missouri ing landowners, conservation Area by Audubon Missouri. The and the drought of 2012-2013. ment of Wildlife (NDOW) is part- public comments on Conservation groups, elected officials and gov- area includes the Horton Bottoms nering with the U.S. Forest Service MDC welcomes public Area Management Plans is part of Species surveyed were pheasant, ernment agencies. Natural Area. A boardwalk in Unit to address major threats to the MDC’s ongoing efforts of working bobwhite, prairie grouse, wild tur- input on Four Rivers area The public is welcome to share 3 adjacent to the Ducks Unlimited population within an area located in for and with Missourians to sustain key, cottontail and jackrabbit. plan ideas, compliments or improve- Presidents Marsh provides easy Lyon and Mineral Counties. healthy forests, fish and wildlife.” Barring adverse weather condi- The Missouri Department of Con- ment suggestions with MDC staff access to view emergent vegetation The East Walker Landscape Habi- Conservation Area Management tions during the nesting and brood- servation (MDC) wants to know at the open house. Staff will an- and wildlife. tat Improvement Project is part of Plans focus on natural resource rearing seasons and suitable habitat your suggestions for the August swer questions about management Statewide, MDC conservation the Bi-State Action Plan, a strategy to management and public use on availability, populations appear A. Busch, Jr. Memorial Wetlands at practices at Four Rivers or about areas cover almost one million provide for the long-term conserva- conservation areas. The plans do poised for a good production year. Four Rivers Conservation Area in conservation in general. Visitors public acres for the purpose of tion of the Bi-State sage-grouse and not address regulations on hunting, Compared with April 2014, the Vernon and Bates counties. MDC will also be able to fill out comment restoring and conserving forest, its habitat. The project, in part, calls fishing and other area uses, which relative abundance of all species is in the multi-year process of sheets. More information about the fish and wildlife resources, and for for the removal of pinon and juniper are set by the Conservation Com- reported in the survey was higher updating management plans for open house is available by calling providing opportunities for all citi- trees in a 20,400-acre area located mission and enforced under the in 2015. Increases in regional and approximately 15 miles north of Wildlife Code of Missouri. MDC statewide numbers for pheasants Bridgeport, California. NDOW has will consider all ideas received and were significantly higher in all re- committed to contributing $330,000 will work to balance the issues and gions except the Northeast, where for projects such as this in the next interests identified with the respon- the numbers were comparable to year alone. sibility of managing areas for the April 2014. Bobwhites were sig- present and future benefits to forest, nificantly higher in the Southeast “This is certainly not the first fish, wildlife, and people. and West Platte regions, as well project of its kind to help conserve and improve habitat for the Bi-State Decisions on which ideas to incor- as statewide, but comparable to sage grouse and it won’t be the last,” porate into area plans and on how April 2014 in all other bobwhite said Mark Freese, Habitat Biologist to best incorporate them will be zones. Cottontails were signifi- for NDOW. “But this project is fairly based on the property’s purpose, its cantly higher statewide and in the significant in its scope relative to physical and biological conditions Central, Sandhills, Southeast, and prior projects.” and capabilities, the best roles of Southwest regions, but compa- the property in its local, regional rable to April 2014 elsewhere. Wild Projects like this and others helped and state-wide context, and on the turkey, although higher, were not convince the U.S. Fish & Wildlife professional expertise of MDC staff. significantly higher than in April Service (USFS) that the Bi-State sage 2014, regionally or statewide. grouse is not in need of extended The survey was conducted April protections under the Endangered 6-9 by 442 rural carriers, who made Species Act. Secretary of the Interior observations of species while trav- Sally Jewell made this announce- eling 193,688 miles of rural roads in ment on April 21 at the NDOW 88 of Nebraska’s 93 counties. Headquarters in Reno. The survey was conducted before “What this has shown is that the recent heavy rain, unseasonable despite the stresses we feel on the Ducks at Four Rivers CA snow and cool temperatures across landscape here, particularly around Courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation” much of the state. It is possible some drought and wildfire and other of the breeding population was lost stresses that impact this part of the

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We are concerned The East Walker project is just one Remain Low Waterfowl Deaths Caused by when more than a few deaths are in a long list of successful projects Avian Cholera observed in one area within a short Results from North Dakota‚ period of time‚ he said. being developed and implemented spring sage grouse survey indicate More than 600 waterfowl car- in a partnership with other state the number of strutting males ob- casses discovered at Nelson Lake and federal agencies in the ongoing served remains well below manage- in Oliver County in March are a effort to improve or expand habitat ment objectives. Therefore, the sage result of avian cholera, a bacteria OKLAHOMA for the bi state sage grouse. Another grouse hunting season will remain that is readily spread in areas where Bobwhite Chicks such project is the Sweetwater Flat closed in 2015. waterfowl congregate in large Reported Before Pinyon and Juniper Reduction Proj- numbers. ect that took place on the north end Aaron Robinson, North Dakota Flooding, Hail of Sweetwater Flat in Lyon County. Game and Fish Department upland Dr. Dan Grove, wildlife veteri- game bird biologist, said biologists narian for the North Dakota Game Landowners reported seeing NDOW worked with the USFS and some early broods of bobwhite provided funding for the project that counted a record low 30 males on and Fish Department, said the ini- six active strutting grounds. Last tial inspection on March 10 revealed quail chicks in western Oklahoma removed pinyon trees from around during the first week of May, ac- crucial sage-grouse lek locations and year, 31 males were counted on the the presence of primarily mallards same leks in the southwest. and Canada geese, already in vary- cording to biologists with the nesting habitat. Also, working close- Oklahoma Department of Wildlife ly with USFS in the China Camp Sage grouse are a long-lived spe- ing states of decay. Based on carcass decomposition, it looked like the Conservation. But recent consecu- area near Aurora, NDOW provided cies with low reproductive output, tive days of stormy weather, hail funding to remove pinyon and juni- which makes population recovery onset was likely weeks earlier, Grove said. and flash flooding across parts of per trees within historic sagebrush slow. Currently, Robinson said, southern Oklahoma could prove to dominated habitats. NDOW has also natural reproduction cannot keep Whole carcasses were shipped be a setback for early-season quail been involved with several projects up with natural mortality, and March 11 to the National Wildlife reproduction. in the Pine Nut Mountains includ- the densities of active leks may be Health Center in Madison, WI, for ing fire rehabilitation and habitat limiting hens from finding males necropsy and disease testing. The “The flooding and hail might enhancement projects. to breed. lake was surveyed a second and have been harmful in isolated ar- eas,” said Scott Cox, “The list goes on,” said Shawn It might be that our last chance third time on March 11-12, when Espinosa, upland game biologist to increase the genetic diversity of carcasses were again collected and senior upland game biologist for for NDOW and one of the center our population is if another state shipped. the Wildlife Department. Bobwhite figures in the fight to save the sage is willing to provide some birds Birds were tested for multiple chicks are most vulnerable to envi- grouse. “It’s a testament to what for a translocation, but the success diseases, including avian influenza, ronmental factors during the first people can accomplish when they of such a project is not guaranteed which came back negative‚ Grove seven to 10 days after they hatch. are all working towards the same either, Robinson said. said. Typically we do not see die- This year’s earliest brood re- goal. We would not be where we However, Robinson said the offs in wild birds from AC. ports came from the Erick and Sayre are today without all of the coop- potential for a successful nest- A midwinter survey in early areas. So it’s a good bet that bob- eration and help from our partners ing season is good this year due January had indicated 23,000 mal- white hens are sitting on their nests like US Fish and Wildlife, Bureau to abundant residual grass cover lards and 30,675 geese on Nelson across most of southern Oklahoma. of Land Management, Natural Re- brought about by last summer‚ Lake, which serves as the outflow Cox said researchers investigat- sources Conservation Service, Local rainfall. The outlook for a favorable for the Minnkota Power Plant and ing quail at the Beaver River Wild- Area Working Group, Sagebrush hatch this year looks optimistic for has open water year-around. life Management Area had yet to Ecosystem Technical Team and the Northern Bobwhite. the limited number of birds we observe any bobwhite hens on nests Hawthorne Army Depot.” Dead birds on the lake have been (Photo by cuatrok77/CC-BY2.0) have in the state, he added. reported at some degree over the as of Monday, but they had seen a While Espinosa was pleased with Sage grouse management in last several years, Grove said, with few blue quail already nesting. He the decision not to list the sage is early in the nesting season, and number of birds dwindled during North Dakota follows a specific several local anglers indicating it is said blue quail tend to nest earlier grouse, he is also quick to point out they have plenty of time to re-nest the previous decade. plan developed by a diverse group a frequent occurrence. than bobwhites. the fight is far from over. “It is im- and produce broods later in the of participants. With the threats The recent storms, flooding “We’re keeping our fingers portant for everyone to understand This is one of two areas in the spring or summer,” Cox said. He facing the species and the decline and the cooler air that followed crossed that the weather will hold this decision can be revisited at any state with open water in winter, so said if a brood is lost early in the in population, Game and Fish De- might have posed some survival out, and we’ll have a good repro- time. Challenges will arise and it’s waterfowl will congregate in this season, bobwhites are very likely to partment biologists do not foresee problems for early broods of bob- duction year again,” Cox said. “If up to us to continue to implement area, Grove added. Whenever large try nesting a second and perhaps a a hunting season in the near future. whites. Newly hatched chicks can we get another nesting year com- conservation actions and projects numbers are in a confined area, third time during the season. be stricken with pneumonia when pared to last year and the second that demonstrate a positive effect Sage grouse are North Dakota‚ the chances of a disease outbreak faced with cold, wet conditions. Quail populations have shown half of 2013, then numbers should on the Bi-State sage grouse popula- largest native upland game bird. increase. gains in the past two nesting sea- be up again, barring any cata- tion.” Grove encourages anyone seeing “The good thing is that this sons in much of the state, after the strophic events.”

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To is ripe for good nesting,” he said. be part of the official public record, July 19 Gun Show VFW “It’s a good sign seeing birds on the 4. Allocate 1,750 10-day licenses comments must be received by 12 Alabama June 13-14 Gun Show Florida 75 North Ave Antioch nest this time of year.” for the unit comprised of that part p.m. on June 4. Please include your July 11-12 Gun Show Fairgrounds 900 North June 13-14 Gun Show of the state not included in the NE full name along with the city and Jefferson Civic Center Broadway Turlock Auditorium 625 E Hibis- Indiana SD and SE SD license units. state of residence. If you would like North Expo Hall Bir- June 20-21 Gun Show cus Blvd Melbourne June 6-7 Gun Show SOUTH DAKOTA 5. Remove Potter County from to comment in person, the public Tippecanoe County Fair- mingham Convention Center Visa- June 13-14 Gun Show the central SD three-day license hearing will be held June 4, at 2 p.m. grounds 1010 Teal Rd. Several Small Game lia Armory 700 NW 28th St unit. CDT at the Ramkota RiverCenter Arkansas Lafayette Seasons Set in Pierre. June 27-28 Gun Show Miami 6. Create a new nonresident li- June 27-28 Gun Show The South Dakota Game, Fish June 13-14 Gun Show cense unit in northcentral SD to in- - See more at: http://gfp.sd.gov/ State Fairgrounds Hall Fairgrounds 1142 S P St June 13-14 Gun Show and Parks (GFP) Commission re- Ivy Tech Kokomo Event clude Campbell, Walworth, Potter, news/news/may/11.aspx#sthash. Of Industry 2600 How- Bakersfield Civic Center 481 W Hick- viewed several small game seasons Center 1500 N Reed Rd Faulk, Edmunds and McPherson dYNOOt5c.dpuf ard St Little Rock pochee Ave Labelle with no changes made from 2014 at June 27-28 Gun Show Kokomo Counties. July 25-26 Gun Show Fairgrounds Ventura June 20-21 Gun Show their April meeting. Season dates June 20-21 Gun Show 7. Allocate 250 three-day licenses Civic Center Hot Springs Armory 400 SW 24th St for upland game hunting in 2015 June 27-28 Gun Show Fairgrounds 680 W are as follows: to this new unit in north central SD Fairgrounds 344 Tully Rd Ft Lauderdale that would be transferred from the Arizona Squawbuck Rd Colum- Pheasant: Oct. 17, 2015 - Jan. San Jose central SD hunting unit. June 6-7 Gun Show Fair- June 27-28 Gun Show bia City 3, 2016 Grouse (prairie chicken, July 11-12 Gun Show Fairgrounds 3150 E New 8. Reduce the license allocation grounds Kingman June 27-28 Gun Show sharp-tailed and ruffed): Sept. 19, Fairgrounds 1121 S York Ave Deland 2015 - Jan. 3, 2016‚ Mourning dove: for the central SD hunting unit to June 13-14 Gun Show Fairgrounds 1210 N Chance Ave Fresno Sept. 1 - Nov. 9‚ Partridge: Sept. 19, 1200 licenses. El Zaribah Shrine Au- July 25-26 Gun Show Wheeling Ave Muncie Civic Center 641 South 2015 - Jan. 3, 2016 9. Transfer 50 three-day licenses ditorium 552 N 40th St July 11-12 Gun Show July 11-12 Gun Show Maitland Ave Port St For more information and ad- from the central SD unit to the ex- Phoenix Del Mar Fairgrounds Lake County Fair- Cow Palace 2600 Jimmy Lucie ditional details on the above listed isting 5-county unit in southeastern June 27-28 Gun Show grounds 889 S Court St Durante Blvd I5 Via De hunting seasons, visit gfp.sd.gov/ SD along the Missouri River. Centennial Hall 1826 W Iowa Crown Point hunting/ LaValle Exit Del Mar 10. Absorb the current Bennett McDowell Ave I17 Exit June 12-14 Gun Show July 18-19 Gun Show County 10-day license into the unit McDowell Mesa July 18-19 Gun Show Earl Fair Grounds 4-H Build- Fairgrounds 620 N Apple comprised of that part of the state Warren Showgrounds GFP Commission July 11-12 Gun Show El ing 3000 E Grand Ave St Greenfield not included in the NE and SE units. Las Positas & Hiway 101 Zaribah Shrine Auditori- Des Moines Proposes Several 11. Remove the restriction in SE Santa Barbara Jul 24-25 Gun Show Mi- um 552 N 40th St Phoenix June 26-28 Gun Show chiana Event Center 7605 Changes to the SD on nonresidents hunting dur- July 25-26 Gun Show ing the September Canada goose July 18-19 Gun Show Fairgrounds 22984 U.S. N SR 9 Howe Nonresident Waterfowl Fairgrounds 937 S Thorn- hunting season. AZ State Fairgrounds 6 Council Bluffs burg St Santa Maria Kansas Hunting Season and Ice House Arena 1826 W July 17-19 Gun Show 12. Create 100 nonresident youth July 18-19 Gun Show McDowell Ave I17 Exit Fairgrounds 1211 4th Special Canada Goose waterfowl licenses (25 season-long Colorado Century II Exhibition McDowell Phoenix Street SW Waverly Season licenses in the SE SD unit and 75 June 6-7 Gun Show Mer- Hall Wichita 10-day licenses valid in the rest of chandise Mart I25 & 58th The South Dakota Game, Fish and California Idaho the state). Ave Denver July 18-19 Gun Show Parks (GFP) Commission proposed June 6-7 Gun Show Cal June 19-21 Gun Show Coliseum I-135 & East several changes to the 2015 nonresi- The Commission also proposed Expo 1600 Exposition Rd July 11-12 Gun Show Sacajewea Center 200 to create 100 nonresident youth 85th St N Witchita dent waterfowl hunting season at Sacramento Event Center 3960 Palm- Main St Hwy 28 Salmon their May meeting. waterfowl licenses, valid for the er Park Blvd Colorado Kentucky youth waterfowl hunting season June 6-7 Gun Show Fair- The Commission discussed the Springs Illinois June 13-14 Gun Show and to establish a fee for these li- grounds 1401 North Ver- June 6-7 Gun Show Fair- Kentucky Fair 937 Phil- 12 recommendations from the non- censes at $10. July 18-19 Gun Show resident waterfowl work group and dugo Rd Victorville grounds US 20 Peca- Merchandise Mart I25 & lips Lane Louisville adopted them as a proposal. Those In addition, the Commission pro- June 13-14 Gun Show tonica 58th Ave Denver June 20-21 Gun Show recommendations include: posed to repeal the special Canada The Cow Palace High- Heritage Hall 430 Vine goose hunting season for Bennett way 92 North 101 Exit 1. Add Spink County to current County and place into Unit 2 of the St Lexington 101N Of Airport Daly nine-county northeast SD license regular goose hunting season. unit. City

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He was a progressive liberal Math Problem Commentary from Paul and guess what? A registered R. Beane on KFYO radio on Democrat. The Newtown, 1/24/2013: Conn shooter hated Chris- Teacher: I shoot 5 birds Good afternoon, I’m Paul tians and was a registered and 2 of them are dead, so R. Beane and I’m your right Democrat. The Columbine how many are left? high school shooters were wing gun nut. You know, Student: None. The oth- me and fellow gun owners too young to vote, but both of ers fly away because of the are responsible for all the their families were progres- carnage in our streets and sive liberals and registered sound of the gun. our schools. Never mind that Democrats. Teacher: No! It’s a math Ted Kennedy’s car has killed problem, but I like your more people than my entire style! collection of firearms-- Most And one more thing, not of which I have owned since a single one of these killers Student: So, I have a childhood when I saved my were members of the Na- question for you teacher: tional Rifle Association. pennies and nickels in order Three women are eating to purchase them and each ice cream. and everyone is in perfect working order. So I have got it figured One of them is licking out how to make this country it, a second is sucking on It is the responsible gun much safer; leave the guns owners of today that are be- alone and lock up all the it and the third one is bit- ing blamed for all the shoot- Democrats. ing it. ings. Which one is married? Obama calls us the right Teacher embarrassed wing gun nuts, clinging to I’m Paul R. Beane and answers: Sucking one? our guns and to our religion. that’s the way I see it. But lets take a little closer Student: No! The wom- look. The Fort Hood shooter, Rebuttals Welcome! an who has a ring on her a Muslim, and a registered finger: but I like your style! Democrat. The Virginia Tech shooter, he wrote hate mail to George Bush and his staff and That’s it for this was a registered Democrat. Aurora Colorado shooter, issue, more fun in a he was a staff worker on the few weeks in Next Obama campaign and took Issue part in Occupy Wall Street.

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