Sera_J
Posted : 11/23/2008 12:50:00 AM
What other qualities are you looking for (as far as fitting in with your family)? And are you looking for a pointer/retriever? Just retreiver? With pheasant would you want a dog to flush, as well? As you know goldens, poodles and GWP's are bred for going to perform different functions in the field, did you have a preference?
I second those who say go with folks who breed and use their dogs in the field. Most have inherent ability to hunt, but those from a field breeder are socialized to birds from a young age and usually to gun shot.
How exciting! I'm getting into hunting/field work with my weim and have been learning a ton... what a whole new world it is! :)