I'm a biased Lab guy who owns three and 90% of the time they are flushing upland birds. They are easy to train for both upland and waterfowl. They also rank as one of the best family dog breeds. I love GSP's as well and don't think you would make a mistake by buying a GSP either. I honestly don't know how to get a GSP to sit tight in a duck blind when it's nature and primary training is to quarter a field with grace?

Best of luck and keep us posted on what you decide.

-Mathewsconquest2