Problems With Getting Lab Gun Ready
 

I have a black lab. When she was 5 months old there were a bunch of fireworks set off close by her without us knowing. Now whenever she sees a gun or hears a gun she gets really nervous. Is there any way that I can train her to get used to gun fire? I really want to train her to pheasant hunt. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

RE: Problems With Getting Lab Gun Ready
 

i've heard that if you continue to shoot the gun while they're eating they'll eventually get used to it...just a thought...Mark

Happy Hunting =)

RE: Problems With Getting Lab Gun Ready
 

I had a GSP that was pretty bad and the way I broke him was taking him hunting ,but kept on a leash . I carried a gun but my partner did all the shooting .It a seemed to give him reassurance and he did get better . I have a lab now that if I miss he will bring the wad back about half the time . He sees a gun and he is ready to go . good luck with your dog .

RE: Problems With Getting Lab Gun Ready
 

Try making loud noises while your dog is eating. Start by clapping your hands loud, gradually increase the noise by pots and pans or a cap gun works really well. Eventually your dog should get the idea to associate the loud noise with something good like food or a dead pheasant for her to retrieve. This is just one of many ideas but, it seemed to work well with my lab.