Yes, I did take Raymond up on his offer to help me out. For my cousin and I, he has been a very BIG help in getting our dogs to the level they're at today. I'm certainly no a professional but I will tell you this if you don't have the time to mess with them everyday I would just send him to a professional. The DVDs are a very big help but unless you really know what you are doing you will still have as Raymond says "Holes" in your program. Every dog is different so this is when experience comes in to play when you come across problems. Best of Luck to ya!!

Yeah I have been working with him as much as I can he's a year old black lab. He's a fast learner and very smart.

If you are thinking about sending him to someone I would recommend raymond. I'm not just saying that because he's on this board but he has help me out a lot and he knows his stuff!

Preciate the vote of confidence buddy, right now I am ful and will b until mid 2012. Can refer to competent guys I know or walk anyone through the basics.

Are you still looking for a trainer? I've got a great suggestion for a local guy in the Leesville area. He and his wife have trained a bunch of folks dogs, got them to the HRCH Grand level. I'll be glad to pass along his contact information if you're interested.

Good luck!

Yes I sure am that would be great help thanks.

If you don't mind me asking, who did you get the dog from?

Kayak, If you are looking for a trainer I would suggest Joe Perron in Pineville. Not to far from you. I breed labs and he is training one of my pups and taking him to the Grand in October. PM me for other trainers, but Joe is the best closest to you in my opionion.

I also trained my female on Waterdog book and DVD and I now have a phenominal hunting dog. Waterdog is old school but still is a great tool.

This is the book I got to train my Chocolate Lab. She is amazing!
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Here at 10 Weeks
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Her now. 1Year 6 months. And she is looking forward to duck and Dove season!

My ex wife picked him up from a gal in TX.

I have read this book twice lol and it has helped out a lot.

A guy named Otis Gordy and his wife trained my Lab. They are in Olla. They did a great job with him. If you want his number, let me know.