Buddy Smith's Bird Dog Boot Camp
The training methods demonstrated in this video are the same foundational techniques used to develop some of the world’s greatest bird dogs. Designed for all pointing breeds, this instructional film provides proven, time-tested guidance for handlers at every level.
Championship Footage Included
- 2013 National Championship
- 2014 National Championship
About Buddy Smith
- Began professional dog training in 1960
- Inducted into the Field Trial Hall of Fame (2000)
- Inducted into the National Bird Hunters Hall of Fame (2014)
Renowned Trainer of Multiple Champions, Including:
- 2x National Champion Shadow Oak Bo — 2013 & 2014
- National Champion Cedar Oak Kate — 1998
- National Champion Warhoot Rogue — 1996
- National Champion Cypress Gunpowder — 2005
- CH Lehar's Main Tech — Field Trial Hall of Fame 2001
- CH Admiral's War Bond — NBHA Hall of Fame 2014
Runtime: 64 minutes
Viewers can translate on-screen demonstrations into field-ready drills that fit into a multi-session training plan. The program emphasizes cue sequencing, pace management through varied terrain, and consistent retrieval work in both water and upland settings. Practitioners can tailor the pacing for hunting conditioning, field trials, and kennel-to-field transitions. Safety considerations support responsible handling during close-quarters obedience and extended retrieves, while the included context provides practical understanding for maintaining line control under pressure. With practice notes, handlers can map a progression aligned with breed-specific working needs and realistic hunting scenarios. Use this material to structure dry-land sessions before testing performance in tougher cover or water setups.
Buddy Smith's Bird Dog Boot Camp Q&A
What breeds is the training approach designed for?
Designed for all pointing breeds.
How long is the runtime?
Runtime is 64 minutes.
When did Buddy Smith begin professional dog training?
He began professional dog training in 1960.
Into which halls of fame was Buddy Smith inducted?
Inducted into the Field Trial Hall of Fame in 2000 and the National Bird Hunters Hall of Fame in 2014.
Which champions are listed among Buddy Smith's trainees?
Notable trainees include Shadow Oak Bo (2x National Champion), Cedar Oak Kate, Warhoot Rogue, Cypress Gunpowder, Lehar's Main Tech, and Admiral's War Bond.
What is the best way to use this video in field training?
Use it to structure progressive training sessions across hunting scenarios, focusing on cue timing, line control, and retrieves.
What safety considerations are emphasized?
The program highlights safe handling during close-quarters work and long retrieves.