Wyo,

A dog that is not passionate and entusiastic about running, sniffing, and hunting birds is not going to be a good hunter. Bottom Line.

In the training world, this sort of quality is often referred to as "Bottom and Drive" Meaning, the dog "can and will" hunt all day. An unconditioned dog that doesnt get much field time often runs himself out in 15 minutes... Then you find the dog laying in the shade panting to death instead of hunting. I dont know how your wires are, dont really care. But the majority of pointer breeds (GSP, EP, Brits, Setters) will run themselves out if they are too excited about finally getting to hunt. 2 days a year is hardly enough hunting in my opinion to have 7 dogs.

We will see what Dale has to say, he breeds boykins I think. And he is a firm believer in Bottom and Drive, and making sure the dog isnt kept in a kennel for 363 days a year.