Show Notes
In this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian welcomes Gideon and Danielle from Kansas Shed Dogs to explore the exciting world of shed hunting with trained dogs. They share their extensive experience using Labrador retrievers to find sheds, offering listeners practical tips on dog training, shed hunting strategies, and navigating challenges like rattlesnakes. Gideon and Danielle reveal their methods for scouting prime shed hunting locations, explain the critical role of fresh deer sign, and discuss how terrain and timing affect shed hunting success.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
- 🔸 Dog Selection & Training: How to choose a high-drive, shed-focused dog and effective training techniques.
- 🔸 Terrain & Scouting Tips: Why certain locations consistently produce sheds and how to scout effectively.
- 🔸 Managing Multiple Dogs: Strategies for successfully hunting sheds with more than one dog.
- 🔸 Rattlesnake Encounters: Real-world advice for handling dangerous wildlife encounters safely.
- 🔸 Dog Health & Nutrition: Recommendations for maintaining optimal health and recovery for high-performance hunting dogs.
👉 Follow Gideon and Danielle on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook @KansasShedDogs, and listen to their podcast, The Kansas Shed Dogs Podcast, for more expert tips and shed hunting adventures.
