Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Larsen's Senior Hunter at the Cocker Test

Larsen earned his Senior Hunter designation on Saturday at the Cocker Spaniel Specialty Club of Georgia.

Larsen hunted with intelligence and drive. Larsen covered the ground thoroughly and quickly. He made a long and stylish retrieve. His deliveries need to be worked on, but they were to hand, which is all that is really required. On the hunt-dead, Larsen sauntered out to the bird, picked it up, and trotted right back without fuss. At the water, Larsen went straight in and back, with the bird in his mouth.

Before any test, I tell myself to let the little dog hunt. Don't get in his way or cause unnecessary commotion. On Saturday, I let Larsen hunt. I basically used the whistle as a pacifier. This was Larsen's show.

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Frank and Larsen wait their turn.

Frank covers Larsen's eyes to prevent Larsen from watching where the planters put the birds.

Frank and Larsen step to the line.

Larsen is ready.

After two nice flushes and retrieves, Frank and Larsen step off the field.

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