ORIGINAL: gitrbayed
if you are statring new you want to get something from proven stock! then you pick a pup that is not shy, is friendly with you and other pups, yet who won't take any crap or back down. i know myself if i have a litter of pups i will mark the ones i don't like the actions of and not sale them to someone wanting a hunting dog i'll give them away to someone wanting a pet. when buying you should talk to people who have hunted with the parents or see them in action for yourself.
Very good advice!