Looking for a little help

[jippij 0]

Hi Guys,

 

I've been reading through various posts and trying to search for more basic information on Lurchers, Coursing and Lamping in general but I must say its a bit of a huge ocean of information.

 

The gist of this is that I'm looking for pointers from the very beginning. I breed big dogs so I'm used to dogs and working with training, exercise etc. But I have no experience of running dogs.

 

So basically if anyone can point me in the right direction for a good first Lurcher type. Any training tips and whether it would be better for me to look to rehome one or bring one up from pup I would be very greatful.

 

I have a large field for practice and the farmers permission from nearby to go for rabbit. In the past I've owned collies but never really got any further than sit, stay, heel, leave, fetch. With this game I understand that stealth is usefull so I'm curious how you train your dogs to follow commands without making a racket?

 

Again any tips, pointers or anyone willing to guide me through would be much appreciated. Anyone here to mock, fair play but bear in mind if I don't ask how can I ever learn.

 

Cheers

 

Jip

[ruby jet 184]

for your first lurcher id say something along the collie greyhound would be a good place to start maby a 5/8 greyhound 3/8 collie would be ideal as with the training with it being your first lurcher you will make mistakes and the dog (if its bred right) will teach u as much as u will ever teach him so all the best

[clabby 14]

its a tuff call as to what breed/type lurcher you want and its size. generaly for general mooching lamping etc its collies grey hounds whippets and stuff for couring then you talking saluki, borzoi,greyhound crosses ect for a all round rabbiting dog somthing that will be around 23-25inches is ideal but its all personal choice and what you want to do with it. a more exsperienced dog worker/breeder or what ever will be able to give you better info

[Casso 1,261]

Hi Guys,

 

I've been reading through various posts and trying to search for more basic information on Lurchers, Coursing and Lamping in general but I must say its a bit of a huge ocean of information.

 

The gist of this is that I'm looking for pointers from the very beginning. I breed big dogs so I'm used to dogs and working with training, exercise etc. But I have no experience of running dogs.

 

So basically if anyone can point me in the right direction for a good first Lurcher type. Any training tips and whether it would be better for me to look to rehome one or bring one up from pup I would be very greatful.

 

I have a large field for practice and the farmers permission from nearby to go for rabbit. In the past I've owned collies but never really got any further than sit, stay, heel, leave, fetch. With this game I understand that stealth is usefull so I'm curious how you train your dogs to follow commands without making a racket?

 

Again any tips, pointers or anyone willing to guide me through would be much appreciated. Anyone here to mock, fair play but bear in mind if I don't ask how can I ever learn.

 

Cheers

 

Jip

 

Lurchers in general dont need to follow that many commands, the basic stuff is fine, if it runs, the dog will chase it ,so breaking to stock of all kinds is a must,, , good recall, good retrieve, and given enough work the dog should come good , not sure where making a racket comes into it, ? if its your first lurcher i would get a pup, i never trust a dog unless i know its history, as far as breeding goes, lurcher x lurcher works better than anything,,

[wirral countryman 2,110]

where abouts you from?I'm sure there will be some-one in your area that can show you the ropes locally,if you've had collie's then a collie/grey of some percentage would be the obvious cross for you,good basic obedience and manner's is a must,stock breaking needs to be done early,followed by a good re-call at all times,these are no different than your collie training,retrieving can be tricky for the novice but not all lurcher's do well at this,jumping is a must for me as it makes a walk so much easier,if you can't find anyone in your area pm me for advice anytime,good luck with your first lurcher and welcome to the site,atb,wirralman

[jippij 0]

Hey All,

 

Thanks for the input. To be honest born hunter I think my lack of experience shows through in the things I have asked. I really am starting at the back of the class here so I'm not sure how the whole process works. I think Mega Hunter has hit the nail on the head that it would be a good idea for me to go out and learn with someone but its a bit of a touchy subject to broach 9 times out of 10. I'm not surprised that folk don't tend to talk to strangers about it but I'm unfortunately not very well connected.

 

I do like the look of the Collie x Greys so I think I might focus my attention in that area and take on board what your saying about adult vs. pup and knowing everything about your dog if you raise it. I was sort of thinking that it might have been a good idea to get an experienced dog to show me the way so to speak though this might not be a great plan.

 

I live over the West Coast of Cumbria. Bit remote but then by the nature of this game it helps to be I think. I'd be glad for someone near by to point me in the right direction. To be honest I think it would be better to get some experience before diving in head first with the dog.

 

I think there is a Lurcher show not too far from me at the weekend so with a bit of luck I'll mossey on down there and get talking to people and see what I can see.

 

Cheers again for all the advice, tis greatfully received.

 

Jip

[samstorm 34]

broughton show be the show ya meen mate??

[jippij 0]

Thats the one! Though now arguing with the mrs who wants to go upto scotland on sunday! Never rains but it pours....

[beddylurcher 70]

hey iv just got my first lurcher its a 1st cross bedlington whippet, he is coming along grate he is retreving sit and stay, im just having problems with re-call.. he dose come when he feels like it but not every time, can any one give me some help?? thanks..... sorry about the spelling.

[Daveo 61]

Your asking alot of odd questions and seemingly planting the seeds about meeting up with people off here.

If your genuine welcome aboard, perhaps if you filled anything in on your profile you would get a better response.

[jippij 0]

Hey Daveo

 

I fully get what your saying. The odd question are coming from a pretty poor lack of experience so im not surprised if they raise suspision.

 

I use my fone to come on here most of the time so my profile has been a little hard to complete but with a bit a luck ill sit down tomorrow and get some details fired on.

 

To be honest ive learned from experience when i first got into the big dogs we breed that you can get ruined on boards like this if you dont know anything so ive been trying to make it clear that im looking for help in what ever and who ever ways possible.

 

To clear it up though, im looking for a lurcher that i can take out probably night times lamping for bunnies. i havent had a chance to go lamping before which is why i thought i might be better with a trained dog rather than pup though im willing to read up and put the work in.

 

As far as "planting the seed" goes of course id be glad for someone to show me how rather than read about it. I also found out the broughton show isnt having lurchers this year which hasnt helped me. If there is anything specific youd like to know that would help to show im genuine fire away mate. If im not comfortable putting it in open forum ill pm u.

 

Again thanks for all the advice guys.

 

Jip

[CorkyJohn 808]

its a tuff call as to what breed/type lurcher you want and its size. generaly for general mooching lamping etc its collies grey hounds whippets and stuff for couring then you talking saluki, borzoi,greyhound crosses ect for a all round rabbiting dog somthing that will be around 23-25inches is ideal but its all personal choice and what you want to do with it. a more exsperienced dog worker/breeder or what ever will be able to give you better info

Borzoi crosses?

[Alaunt 4]

Hi Guys,

 

I've been reading through various posts and trying to search for more basic information on Lurchers, Coursing and Lamping in general but I must say its a bit of a huge ocean of information.

 

The gist of this is that I'm looking for pointers from the very beginning. I breed big dogs so I'm used to dogs and working with training, exercise etc. But I have no experience of running dogs.

 

So basically if anyone can point me in the right direction for a good first Lurcher type. Any training tips and whether it would be better for me to look to rehome one or bring one up from pup I would be very greatful.

 

I have a large field for practice and the farmers permission from nearby to go for rabbit. In the past I've owned collies but never really got any further than sit, stay, heel, leave, fetch. With this game I understand that stealth is usefull so I'm curious how you train your dogs to follow commands without making a racket?

 

Again any tips, pointers or anyone willing to guide me through would be much appreciated. Anyone here to mock, fair play but bear in mind if I don't ask how can I ever learn.

 

Cheers

What big dogs do you breed?

Jip

[jippij 0]

Alaunt

 

South african mastiff aka Boerboel.

 

Cheers

 

Jip