Thoughts of A Dog Man
Thoughts of A Dog Man is the ultimate podcast for new hunters who want to unlock the full potential of their four-legged partners. If you are starting your journey with hunting dogs, on the fence about getting started, or even a seasoned vet, this show dives deep into training techniques, proven strategies, and real-world experiences to help you and your dog succeed in the field. The podcast focuses on Hunting Beagles, Treeing Dogs, and Pointing Dogs. Join me as I share useful, practical, and knowledgeable advice, personal stories, and hard-earned lessons to guide new hunters in the right direction. You're in the right place if you’re passionate about hunting and the incredible bond between man and dog!
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 23
- Years Active
- 2025
Mistakes Rabbit Hunters Make...
Here is a short episode where I share some thoughts on the mistakes I made when I first started rabbit hunting! With a focus on new and beginning handlers, I want to share these mistakes to help you …
Recovering Big Deer with Dogs
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Johnson, a member of the Iowa Blood Tracker Association, and we talk about tracking wounded deer with dogs. At Bawlin Out Kennels, we strive to share informatio…
Stay Put on That Tree Dangit
In this episode, we discuss having a young dog that might not stay on the tree when it gets treed. I have a question sent to me on Facebook about how a dog sometimes can mill around the tree and not …
Incurable Disease: Healthy Dose of Hunting Dog
On this episode, we discuss how most hunting dog people relate their love for hunting dogs to an incurable disease of the healthiest kind. The love we share for hunting dogs goes so much further than…
Should I Cull? Thoughts on Culling Dogs, Necessary or Not
In this episode, we discuss culling dogs as a new and beginning handler. We define culling and outline some key considerations before deciding whether to cull. Culling a dog is something you, as the …
Learned Lessons for Success
In this episode, I discuss some lessons I have learned along the way on my dog man journey. I believe in staying open-minded and willing to evaluate and adjust through life. Dealing with dogs is no d…
Bird Dogs, Mentorship and More With Steph Lane
On this episode, I sit down with a huge advocate for youth and women hunting here in Iowa! Who also covers Missouri. Steph Lane is a connector who strives to help youth and women expand their experie…
Ep. 16 Are You Preparing Your Pup for Success This Upcoming Season?
In this episode, we discuss some ways to set your pup up for success this coming season. With a lot of pups and people getting prepared for the upcoming rabbit season, squirrel season, pheasant seaso…
Ep. 15 10 Approaches for Champion Caliber Mindset
In this episode, I discuss what I believe to be one of the most important aspects of working with dogs at a high level. For beginners, starting how you want to finish is crucial, and it all begins wi…
Hot & Cold Nose, Is it Bred or Learned Behavior for a Dog?
On this episode, we discuss the topic of Hot Nose and Cold Nose, and whether this trait is bred into a dog or if it is a learned behavior acquired by the dog from its owner or trainer. I was taught, …
Ep. 13 Public Land Etiquette: How to Make the Most of Hunting Public Land with Dogs
On this episode, we discuss for those of us who only have access to hunting public lands, how to make the most of it when hunting with your dogs. Everything Bawlin Out Kennels does starts with respec…
Ep. 12 It's Bigger Than the Dogs with Jason Keen
On this episode, I sit down with a best friend, Jason Keen. Our paths crossed a few years ago, and a friendship like no other was created. His love for The Lord, Coon Hunting and Brotherhood just scr…
Ep. 11 How to Hunt a Good Dog for Little to NO MONEY$$
On this episode, we discuss a couple of options for beginners getting started who may not have a ton of money but want to hunt a good dog or prospect. We discuss how to approach the concepts of hunti…
Ep. 10 Miscommunication is Effecting Your Dog Training
On this week's episode, we discuss the importance of communication when training a hunting dog. The foundation of communication, coupled with the bond made between the handler and dog, is a crucial p…
Ultimate Rabbit Hunting Advice for Beginners with Beagles: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
On this episode, we talk rabbit hunting with beagles. I have been rabbit hunting with beagles for close to 10 years and am still constantly learning each time I take my dogs hunting or training. I wa…
Ep. 8 A Mentorship of Memories: When its in Your Blood, It Will Forever Be There
On this episode, I sit down with a mentor who has made a lasting impression on my life and who is why I started hunting with dogs. Mr. Mike Lensing has genuinely changed the trajectory of my life and…
Ep. 7 FINAL Phase IV: Pup to Partner
On this episode, we finish up the Puppy-to-Partner training series for getting a puppy started. In Phase IV, I speak about setting your pup/young dog up for hunting scenarios. If the other phases are…
Episode 6: Phase III Prepping for Hunting Scenarios: Pup to Partner
In this episode, I continue the discussion of training puppies and getting them ready to start hunting. In phase III, I discuss sight release of game and how to create hunting-like scenarios for your…
Ep. 5 Pup to Partner: Phase II Starting Puppies
On this episode, we continue the discussion on starting puppies. This phase is based on introducing the pups to live game for training using live traps. I want to discuss options for allowing you and…
From Pup to Partner: Phase 1: Pup Starting Tips for New and First Time Handlers
In this episode, I discuss the first phase of starting your hunting dog. The foundation is essential to set yourself up for long-term success. I walk through the first steps and some tips to get your…