Social media has become the most common place to buy and sell a puppy, choose a stud dog, breeder, and trainer. Are the marketing skills of breeders and owners taking precedence over pedigree, achievements, temperament, and health screenings? Kelly Schur, a second-generation breeder of merit and bird dog enthusiast, provides insight on this topic and shares tips and recommendations to help make decisions beyond what’s on the ‘gram. The Bird Dog Babe Podcast is Presented By: Purina Pro Plan Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt 8:50 Meet Kelly Schur 13:30 Getting started in shooting and hunting 19:15 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 30:00 Manipulating photos 32:15 Filters 34:20 Breeders becoming marketers 38:15 See dogs in person 40:05 If there isn’t a picture, did it really happen 41:50 Do titles make a difference 47:30 Do your research 50:55 Popular sire syndrome as a result of media 55:00 Availability and appearance allure 56:15 Fad and odd color markings 1:02:00 Creative advertising 1:02:45 Negative outcomes 1:06:20 Tips for researching credible sources 1:10:30 Importance of health tests 1:14:00 Genetic testing vs health testing 1:16:00 Breed Club Resources 1:17:15 Advantages of social media 1:21:55 Realistic expectations 1:25:15 Appreciation for a functional bird dog 1:29:30 Tips for your first dog show 1:33:30 Favorite game bird recipe 1:34:50 Favorite hunting gear 1:36:00 Shotgun 1:38:30 Connect with Kelly foxpointgundogs@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Ringleader Roo Show Leads --------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount) Syren: Shotguns for Women Support this podcast on Patreon Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube -------------------------------------------------