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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #15 on: February 23, 2025, 10:57:59 PM »
Well I have spent several hours researching dogs. And right now today I am kinda leaning now towards a Field Bred English Cocker. Other than grooming needs they seem like a good fit.

It’s been 13 years since I bought the lab. Anyone got a ballpark idea about the cost of a field bred English cocker from hunting lines . Not doing trial and all that jazz. Just a healthy , hunter as a last dog for an old guy. Pup because I prefer to train my own.

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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #16 on: February 24, 2025, 05:15:12 AM »
I have had 2 field bred Springers...Not the same but kissin' cousins to the cocker.  My current one was $900

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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #17 on: February 24, 2025, 07:06:58 AM »
Our Ireland farms lab is small (50 pounds or so) and sounds exactly like what you’re describing you want. Since you already have one of theirs it takes some of the guess work out of it for you.

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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #18 on: February 24, 2025, 08:55:31 AM »
Our Ireland farms lab is small (50 pounds or so) and sounds exactly like what you’re describing you want. Since you already have one of theirs it takes some of the guess work out of it for you.

Thanks, I am a huge fan of Ireland Farms , I have this wonderful gal . She is 60 lbs and a retrieving machine. Not a lick of fat on her. At 13 this years she looks strong ,but slowing a little. But still stronger than most.
She’s too big for the pontoons boats or the yak. She came from Ireland.

I have had two labs both good dogs. But we are at the point in our lives that a smaller package suits our life better after this gal is gone. The English cocker females would be half her size and weight.

All this could be a while off as this gal is still a goer for her age. And I am committed to her.

And now it time for her and I to take a hike and throw some retrieves.


Ps , but if the time comes I hope I can find a breeder like Warren. Easy to work with and wonderful dogs.

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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #19 on: February 24, 2025, 09:01:18 AM »
I have had 2 field bred Springers...Not the same but kissin' cousins to the cocker.  My current one was $900

I paid around that for my lab , years ago.
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #20 on: February 24, 2025, 09:18:36 AM »
First photo is full grown 52lbs.  2nd photo is older puppy in training about 40lbs

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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #21 on: February 24, 2025, 11:34:24 AM »
First photo is full grown 52lbs.  2nd photo is older puppy in training about 40lbs


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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #22 on: February 24, 2025, 01:03:48 PM »
Might want to check out Brittanie’s .  They average about 40-45 pounds, tireless energy very devoted and wants to please.  I have had 2 Brit’s since 2006 lost one got another.
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #23 on: March 08, 2025, 05:29:14 AM »
my daughter has a little French Brittany… she is a great home companion and she does good hunting but needs more experience in the field! Sadly my daughter has has a bad knee that stops her from getting out hunting a lot!
 If you want a smaller pointing dog then I think a French Britt is a great choice!
They can meet your hunting needs and your wife’s home companionship!
  If a flushing breed of s what you want then an English Cocker would definitely be a great option!
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #24 on: March 08, 2025, 11:20:36 AM »
Another vote for French Brittany great dogs will go for hrs and has a off switch when in the house most times lol
Nugent is right at 33#
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #25 on: March 08, 2025, 11:25:26 AM »
Here this might work
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #26 on: March 08, 2025, 12:03:31 PM »
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Re: Small Hunting dog, which one?
« Reply #27 on: March 25, 2025, 10:26:25 AM »
I've trained a few boykins, and you really want to be sure you know what you're buying. With any of the specialized breeds there are a lot more pitfalls to be aware of.

Of the breeds mentioned I'd favor a boykin for retrieving ability coupled with upland flushing. Not my cup of tea but be sure to get one from a top tier breeder (Brandywine Creek BS) or you're likely to get a couch potato rather than a hunting dog.

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