Originally Posted by
mastercaster
Now this is just my opinion, but I think with all the information (CDs, books,and you tubes) available out there on how to train a versatile breed dog you'd be wise to train your pup yourself. It will be far more rewarding and the dog will likely work for you a whole lot better,,,,,plus, there's a few people on site who have trained very polished hunting dogs that I'm sure will be more than willing to give you advise. i.e.. Jim Foxton, Rainer (jagen mit DDrs), etc.
If you can't work all the kinks out with your pup/young adult dog then maybe pay to get the help of a trainer to assist you,,,,but I think you should be there.
Get ready for an adventure!