On this episode, we discuss a few ways to get your young dog started. There are tons of ways to start a tree dog pup! Over the last 10 years, I have used these techniques to start all of my tree dog pups!

On this episode, I share a story I hope new and beginners can learn from, and that is about being safe while hunting in these winter conditions. On a freezing February night, I decided to go coon hunting in single-digit temperatures, putting myself and my Leopard Dog Bama to the test. Little did I know things would take a turn, and I would leave the woods with a whole new outlook on the importance of:

1. Letting someone know where you might be hunting
2. Having additional clothing items with you in case of an emergency, and other helpful equipment
3. Pay close attention to the weather and signs while out hunting, especially around water
4. Electronic considerations that can play a part in an emergency
5. The importance of having a good handle on your dog

I hope this story can help someone get home safe from a coon hunt, and if nothing else, give some ideas on things to consider when coon hunting or any hunting for that matter in these winter conditions.

If you would like to check out other Bawlin Out Kennels things, here are a few links to check out!

Merch:

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Book: Producing A Future Rabbit Dog

https://bawlinoutkennels.com/products/rabbit-dog-starter-bundle-book-3-bonus-audios

Private Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1562828264897293

Group Membership Registration

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Most of us have been driving for quite a bit of time and have experienced that tailgater at some point or another. The frustration, the worry, danger and all of the above that comes when someone is just riding your bumper trying to get you to speed up and do what they want you to do! Think about how this makes you feel and maybe even angry! Now with that in mind. Are you tailgating your pup to get them to start at a faster pace than they are ready for? At your Pace? WE discuss this in this episode, along with a few Q&A from viewers on:

1. Things to look for when making a cross to have a better litter of pups
2. If then Stud dog really plays that bog of a deal in reproduction or is it the female
3. How much sight for when starting a pup is too much

Love the great questions from the viewers! If you enjoy the episode, check out the BOK Private Facebook Group- The Dog Man Insider: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1562828264897293

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On today’s episode of Thoughts of a Dog Man, I break down a mindset shift that every new and beginner hunting dog handler needs to understand:

Winners quit.

Quitters don’t always win.

It sounds backwards, but when you’re working dogs, building good habits, and trying to grow as a handler, quitting is part of the process — as long as you’re quitting the right things.

In this episode, we get into:

• Why quitting isn’t failure — it’s strategy

• The things you must quit if you want to grow as a dog man

• Why new handlers get stuck by quitting the stuff that actually works

• How your pup benefits when you quit frustration, comparison, and rushed expectations

• What it really means to commit to the right work and walk away from the wrong voices

• How this mindset shapes the entire community we’re building at Bawlin Out Kennels

Whether you’re training a 4-month-old pup or trying to elevate your whole approach in the woods, this mindset will change the way you show up.

Quit the wrong things.

Commit to the right things.

That’s how winners win — in dog training and in life.

If you enjoy the show, share it with another dog man or woman who needs to hear it.

For more tips, community updates, and beginner-friendly support, follow Bawlin Out Kennels on Facebook and TikTok, and stay tuned for the launch of Dog Man Insider — the official community for new & beginner hunting dog handlers.

Website: https://bawlinoutkennels.com/

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The Dog Man Insider Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16RirsgxPN/

On this episode, we talk about situations that bring out the fire and passion to pass along what it means to be a dog man or woman. There will be situations in life that require a fork in the road, and the decision will either further motivate or stop it in its tracks. Here are a few things that have motivated me to bring forth the Dog Man Inside- Official Bawlin Out Kennel Community. We can all work together to improve the dog world. We have to remember we all started from somewhere, so share your knowledge and pass it on; it is not your knowledge to keep!

Bawlin Out Kennels Website

https://bawlinoutkennels.com/

The Dog Man Insider- Official Bawlin Out Kennels Community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1562828264897293

The Dog Man Insider- Group Payment Link (Must be subscribed before allowed into group)

https://buy.stripe.com/14A4gseCqeCLbgO3fZ7bW01

Producing A Future Rabbit Dog Starter Bundle

https://bawlinoutkennels.com/products/rabbit-dog-starter-bundle-book-3-bonus-audios

Merch

Buy 1 Get 2: BOK Signature Tee Bundle

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In this episode, I get real about something most dog men never talk about — the mindset behind handling frustration, learning from your dogs, and becoming the kind of handler they can trust. This isn’t a training tips episode… this is about the man behind the dog.

We break down eight hard-hitting truths that every hunter, handler, and dog man eventually learns the real way — through experience, through mistakes, and through those dogs that challenge us, humble us, and make us better.

Inside this episode, I talk about:

🐾 Why the dogs that frustrate you the most teach you the most

🐾 How your growth as a man shows up in the dog you produce

🐾 Why some dogs expose the real you — not the version you try to be

🐾 Why your dog needs presence, not perfection

🐾 How the woods expose the corners you try to cut

🐾 Why consistency > intensity in every part of training

🐾 What you allow… you teach

🐾 And why some dogs break your ego just to rebuild your character

If you’ve ever been discouraged, overwhelmed, or felt like you weren’t “good enough” as a handler — this episode is for you. This is the mindset side of hunting with dogs… the part that turns frustration into growth, and lessons into leadership.

🎧 Tap in — and let’s talk about the part of this journey that actually builds the dog man.

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So you think you want to get into coon hunting, huh? Before you grab a light and a dog box, let’s talk about what you’re really signing up for.

In this episode, I break down what it takes to get started the right way — from picking the right dog and gear, to understanding how a night in the woods actually goes. This one’s for the folks who are new, curious, or just trying to figure out where to start without wasting time or money.

We’ll cover:

🐾 What kind of dog to start with

🎒 Gear that’s worth buying (and what can wait)

🌙 How to read your dog and enjoy the process

💭 The mindset that’ll keep you in the game long-term

Coon hunting isn’t just a hobby — it’s a lifestyle built on patience, learning, and a deep bond between you and your dog. If you’ve ever thought about stepping into this world, this episode will help you do it the right way.

🎧 Listen now — and see if you’ve really got what it takes to be a Dog Man.

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In this episode of Thoughts of a Dog Man, I sit down with my good friend Ryan Elson to talk all things beagles — from starting young pups to the lessons we’ve learned along the way. We get into what makes a good rabbit dog, the challenges that come with training, and the mindset it takes to bring out a pup’s full potential.

Whether you’re just getting started or have been running dogs for years, this is a real, unfiltered conversation packed with practical insight, laughs, and that old-school dog man wisdom.

🐶 Topics we cover:

• How to start beagle pups the right way
• Common mistakes new handlers make
• The importance of patience and consistency
• Real field experiences and lessons learned

🎧 Tune in, learn something new, and enjoy some honest talk between two dog men who live and breathe the sport.