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303. Training & Hunting with a DEAF Dog?!

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Can you imagine training and hunting with a deaf dog? In this incredible episode, Ashley Easterday shares the powerful story of Winston, her rescued deaf English Setter who defied all odds. From surviving extreme abuse and near-death experiences, Winston went on to become an exceptional hunting companion and loving family pet. Discover how Ashley adapted her training, overcame unique challenges, and learned profound lessons in trust, patience, and silent communication along the way.

00:00:00 Meet Ashley & Winston, the Deaf English Setter

00:00:18 Winston’s Unbelievable Rescue Story

00:04:11 How Winston Found His Forever Home

00:11:27 Bringing a Deaf Dog Into the Home & Pack

00:16:03 Training Challenges: Overcoming Sensory Overload

00:20:06 Heightened Senses & Unique Behaviors in Deaf Dogs

00:24:22 Silent Training: Communication Without Words

00:28:58 E-Collar vs Vibrate Collar for Deaf Dogs

00:34:32 Hand Signals & Creating a Silent Language

00:41:20 Why the Silent "Smith Method" Works

00:47:09 Trusting Winston Off-Leash for the First Time

00:54:41 Winston's First Hunts & Natural Ability

01:04:14 Memorable Hunting Stories & Adventures

01:10:15 Hunt Tests, Trials, and AKC Limitations

01:14:15 Breaking Breed Stereotypes: More Than a Bird Dog

01:18:16 Why Talking Less Creates a Better Hunting Dog

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Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15%

onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20%

Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today!

Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more)

Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10%

Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]

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Manage episode 472393901 series 2640768
Content provided by Nick Adair. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Nick Adair or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Can you imagine training and hunting with a deaf dog? In this incredible episode, Ashley Easterday shares the powerful story of Winston, her rescued deaf English Setter who defied all odds. From surviving extreme abuse and near-death experiences, Winston went on to become an exceptional hunting companion and loving family pet. Discover how Ashley adapted her training, overcame unique challenges, and learned profound lessons in trust, patience, and silent communication along the way.

00:00:00 Meet Ashley & Winston, the Deaf English Setter

00:00:18 Winston’s Unbelievable Rescue Story

00:04:11 How Winston Found His Forever Home

00:11:27 Bringing a Deaf Dog Into the Home & Pack

00:16:03 Training Challenges: Overcoming Sensory Overload

00:20:06 Heightened Senses & Unique Behaviors in Deaf Dogs

00:24:22 Silent Training: Communication Without Words

00:28:58 E-Collar vs Vibrate Collar for Deaf Dogs

00:34:32 Hand Signals & Creating a Silent Language

00:41:20 Why the Silent "Smith Method" Works

00:47:09 Trusting Winston Off-Leash for the First Time

00:54:41 Winston's First Hunts & Natural Ability

01:04:14 Memorable Hunting Stories & Adventures

01:10:15 Hunt Tests, Trials, and AKC Limitations

01:14:15 Breaking Breed Stereotypes: More Than a Bird Dog

01:18:16 Why Talking Less Creates a Better Hunting Dog

--------------------

Presented By:

Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15%

onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20%

Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today!

Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more)

Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10%

Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]

--------------------

GDIY Links:

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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