I remember Sharkey. Sorry to hear that. Same age as Goose. I know his time is getting short too and it's going to suck.

Opinions about why there are so few Chesapeake retrievers seen at tests compared to Labs? I've made a lot of friends on this forum and only one is non Labrador...

After you select the litter you are going to buy from, the hard part is over. Find one with the right plumbing and take it home.

Very good!

How old was the dog when you started training?

Well said....well said!

Do you owm an 1187????

That's fine with me. You shoot em I'll pick em up! The gun WILL shoot though if needed!

Thanks for the kind words! The time spent training with this dog, running tests, and HUNTING has made him a member of our family, and I would really like a puppy from him. Laid back in the house...one of the things I (and my small children) love about him. At the line or with a big group landing in ...

I replace the o ring at the beginning of each season and get reliable use.

...a Goose puppy. If anyone is interested, pm me for more info.

I know both of these dogs, and this should be some good pups for anyone wanting a test dog.

What are the dates?

Goose is doing great. We've been taking it pretty easy lately because of other commitments, but we are managing to maintain what we already have. I just saw your post from the other day about the new pup and found out about Raider. I've sent you and Chip PMs to find out what happened and have not se...