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PODCAST

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast

Terry Ann Fernando

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast focuses on hunting dog events and competitions for pointing breeds and is intended to inspire and encourage other dog owners to do more with their dogs.

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All Episodes

01:05:24

Tales of Accidental Bird Dogs: Sara Kline

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2025/01/08

This episode kicks off a new series for the podcast! Every few episodes, I will be featuring interviews with other people who got bird dogs as pets and then got into hunting later because of their dogs. The first tale of a fellow accidental bird dog owner is Sara Kline. Sara lives in Alaska with her three dogs: a vizsla named Jack, and two Deutsch Drahthaars named Dicky and Rufus. Sara originally got Jack as a running buddy when she lived in England, but it wasn't long before Jack decided he liked

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38:20

End of the Year Episode 2024: Listener Questions!

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/12/25

This is the last episode of 2024! Thanks to everyone who has listened this year. In this episode, I answer questions about Zara and Lanka, the priority I place on wild bird hunting, and what I'm looking forward to in 2025. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

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57:04

Competing with an Older Bird Dog

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/12/11

In this episode, I interviewed Carl Correra, who is an AKC field trial judge and competitor. Last year, I had the honor of watching Carl and his 12 year old GSP, Fancy, participate in the inaugural AKC Master Hunter Excellent test. Fancy tore up the course, was steady as a rock, and had all the participants cheering for her. As someone who has unintentionally been competing with an older dog due to our late start, I've found myself being worried about her age. I think there's a lot of misconception

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36:08

NAVHDA Natural Ability Test Preparation & Recap

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/11/27

In this episode, I discuss how I went about preparing for the NAVHDA Natural Ability test with my puppy, Lanka. I also give a recap of the highs and lows on test day—including when 4-month-old Lanka went a little rogue! Listen for a behind-the-scenes look at how Lanka's first bird dog event went. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

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45:15

Training Mistakes and Lessons Learned

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/11/13

In this episode, I discuss my training journey with Zara, sharing the real, sometimes unfortunate mistakes I made along the way—and the valuable lessons I learned from them. From challenges with steadiness and retrieving to issues with honoring, duck searches, and the blind retrieve, I dive into the struggles that come with training your first dog. The good news is, I learned a lot and managed to recover from most of these setbacks—though it certainly took time! Now, as I start training my new

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51:30

Preventing Injuries in Canine Athletes

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/10/30

For this episode, I am joined by Dr. Carol Gillis, a rehab veterinarian and ultrasound specialist based in Aiken, South Carolina. Dr. Gillis has many years of experience helping horses and dogs recover from injuries, including my vizsla, Zara! She shares invaluable insights and unique strategies to keep canine athletes in peak condition. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just starting out, this conversation is full of tips to prevent injuries in hunt test, field trial, and hunting dogs. You

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47:02

Zara's Iliopsoas Injury and Recovery

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/10/16

Zara was diagnosed with a major injury early this year – bilateral iliopsoas strains/tears. In this episode, I talk about how she went from being an extremely active 10 year old dog to a rehab patient having to endure months of restricted exercise and rehab. It was a tough process for both of us but thankfully she is doing much better now. I discuss how I think the injury originated and everything I did to help her recover. This episode sets the stage for the next one which will cover prevention of

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49:22

Scouting in Field Trials

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/10/02

Experienced horse trainer and field trialer Meredith Mays joins me to discuss the art of scouting in American Field/UKC and AKC field trials. Meredith provides insight on a scout's responsibilities, the characteristics that make a good scout, and what makes a dog challenging to scout for. Meredith is passionate about encouraging people new to field trials and making the sport enjoyable for everyone. If you'd like to reach out to Meredith, find her on Facebook. The Accidental Bird Dog

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23:56

Dealing with Success

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/09/18

This is the companion to the previous episode, Dealing with Failure. It might seem weird to talk about "dealing" with success, because, after all, isn't success a good thing in the context of dog sports? But success is not always as straightforward as you might think. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.

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34:26

Dealing with Failure

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/08/28

If you're participate in hunting events long enough with your bird dog, "failure" is inevitable – meaning, not passing a test, earning a placement, or failing to meet your expectations. In this episode, I talk about some failures I've experienced and how I dealt with them. Realizing how to learn from failure and using it to make you and your dog better is important. Hopefully this episode will provide some useful tips for the next time you're dealing with some disappointment after competing with

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01:10:55

The Versatile Hunting Dog Federation: Test Details

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/08/14

This episode is part 2 going into detail about the Versatile Hunting Dog Federation (VHDF). Kyle Hough chats with me about the three levels of testing and what is required at each level. While the tests have similarities to the NAVHDA and JGHV systems, there are distinct differences. You can contact Kyle through the Northeast chapter of the VHDF. Visit https://northeastvhdf.wildapricot.org/ The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of

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01:03:20

The Versatile Hunting Dog Federation Overview

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Jeff Funke joins me to discuss the VHDF, an organization that was founded in 2007 with the intention to take the best parts of existing testing systems and make a series of tests that really reflected the versatile hunting dog in North America. The VHDF's scoring system allows for a lot of nuance and is able to highlight exceptional dogs, which is a plus for breeders who are trying to breed better hunting dogs. You can contact Jeff via email jfunke3dk@gmail.com. For more information about

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37:16

Weimaraner Club of America Shooting Ratings Tests

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/07/17

Gretchen Stephenson joins me again to talk about the Shooting Ratings tests for Weimaraners. These field events were developed in the 1950s as a way to objectively evaluate the hunting skills of Weimaraners and are put on by the Weimaraner Club of America. AKC's hunting tests for all pointing breeds were actually based on these tests! There are distinct differences, however, which we discuss. You can get in touch with Gretchen on Facebook, via email

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45:44

Weimaraner Club of America Retrieving Ratings

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/07/03

Gretchen Stephenson, Weimaraner owner, breeder, and trainer, joins me to talk about Retrieving Ratings tests for Weimaraners. These events were developed in the 1950s as a way to objectively evaluate the hunting skills of Weimaraners and are put on by the Weimaraner Club of America. You can get in touch with Gretchen on Facebook, via email at gretchen.stephenson@gmail.com or view her website at caninemannersandmore.com. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss

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26:57

Testing/Trialing vs Hunting

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/06/19

Some consider wild bird hunting to be superior to tests and trials involving pen-raised birds. But for many people, hunting events have their place as well. In this episode, I discuss the value of tests and trials as well as transitioning between these events and hunting. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can find me on the following platforms: Instagram | Facebook | Website

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28:25

Ideas for Summer Training

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/06/05

Summer is often a lull period between testing and trialing seasons. When it's hot and humid and there isn't always access to birds, you may be wondering what to work on with your bird dog. This episode covers some ideas of things to do during the summer months. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can find me on the following platforms: Instagram | Facebook | Website

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59:49

Becoming a NAVHDA Judge

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/05/22

Mike Neiduski, owner of Ugly Dog Hunting company and Senior NAVHDA judge, joins me to talk about becoming a NAVHDA judge. We discuss his experiences going through the Apprentice Program, including why he decided to become a judge, what it was like to apprentice for the first time, and what he enjoyed the most about being an apprentice. We also get into his journey becoming a Senior judge and what the future may hold. Mike also hosts the Ugly Dog Podcast. You can find him on Instagram, Facebook,

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32:56

Walking in AKC Horseback Field Trials

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/05/08

Did you know that you can always handle your dog from foot in an AKC horseback field trial? In this episode I discuss some considerations and ways to prepare yourself to be a walking handler in a horseback stake. Even if you might be at a slight disadvantage, your dog can still be successful. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can find me on the following platforms:

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47:43

UFTA Field Trials

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/04/24

I interviewed UFTA judge Brian Cooney about United Field Trialers Association field trials. We discussed the different divisions, the rules, and why he likes this field trial game over others. You can find Brian on Instagram @wingshotandfall. For more information about UFTA, check out their website at ufta-online.com. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can find me on the following

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30:28

Transitioning Between Events

The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ·

2024/04/10

In this episode, I talk about running multiple kinds of events with your pointing dog. Some people say you can't run a field trial dog in hunt tests or NAVHDA and vice versa, but that's not always true. If you're going to transition between different types of events, what are some considerations to think about in training? How do you keep the rules straight? The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt, Boss Shotshells, and Toyota. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network. You can

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