2 Ways 2 Retrieve Podcast
Colton Thompson, owner of Grayquill Kennel, and Will Dunn, owner of Dunn Right Retrievers, unite on the retrieving homefront to discuss contrasting methods on getting your dog to a high standard.
Episodes
8 episodes
Episode 8: Connor McNamara with Coastline Kennels
Will and Colton sit down with their very first guest Connor McNamara. He is owner and head trainer at Coastline Kennels in Lancaster, Virginia. Connor walks through his program and chimes in as referee for Will and Colton's latest discord that ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:24:30
Episode 7: Heated and De-Cheated
Will and Colton have a "polite" exchange on de-cheating your dog. Will tackles it at an early age, while Colton addresses it as he goes. Let us know what your preferred method is on this part of retriever training.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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41:16
Episode 6: It Is All Mental
Will and Colton have a quick chat about getting your mind right before stepping into the field with your retriever.
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42:29
Episode 5: Under Pressure
Will and Colton are on the mics discussing their takes on pressure in retriever training. There is some talk on using no collar vs. e-collar training methods. Either way you choose, remember to get out and spend some time with your dog and have...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:08:15
Episode 4: Your Goals for the Day Determine Your Approach for the Day
Will and Colton touch on some non-negotiable drills for young dogs in their respective programs and amateurs bringing up their own dogs. There is some heated discussion during the breakdown of their group training for the day that leaves the do...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:00:19
Episode 3: Hit The Brakes or Step On The Gas
Willy D and Colton catch up after the Artic Blast. With the dogs having a good break, we thought it'd be a great time to chat about the benefits of breaks in your training. We also discuss when to push on through. It is not always cut and dry, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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48:33
Episode 2: Build the Standard Before You Hold The Standard
Will & Colton discuss the day in day out for January as they get in a new crew of dogs. There is some chat on how they handle the first 30 days at the kennel for new dogs. They also touch on getting your young dog ready to go to the field a...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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48:42
Episode 1: Big Marks, Little Dogs
The maiden voyage of the 2W2R Podcast has set sail. Colton and Will give a soft background to each of their kennels. We touch on the idea behind the podcast, some goals, and general direction we want to drive this thing. To not waste any time, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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46:37