I might be lucky or something. As I shoot the real thing when on a bird.
However I like to get the dogs excited about hunting birds first without no noise. Then when I figure it is time to add the gun they are on the birds.
That is why I like the bird farms to be able to get a good clear shot so the
bird will get hit. And to watch the excitement when the dog sees that bird
falling is great to see. Then I can get them to set up a harder coarse for
them to hunt in so I can get them on the real thing easier. This year I
have put up my own pheasant pen to use doubles with as that is where
my problem is currently. When more than one bird flys they seem more
interested in finding the one that flew away. Having my own will allow me
to put them out in a big field so I can keep the focus on the dogs better.
Any way good luck in what you try.