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Function Follows Form
Though not unique to the DKV (Deutsch Kurzhaar Verbands), one of the things that make it special is the duality of any and all “breeding dogs.” The DKV requires that all dogs are not only up to the standard in hunting conformation, but also health, bite, shoulders, hips, etc. If they don’t check every box,…
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GEAR REVIEW: Pointer Traditions
GEAR REVIEW: Pointer Traditions A few months ago, Skeena broke out of her kennel and it just so happened to be during a time we had lost the tag on her collar that listed our contact info. Luckily our neighbors found a way to get ahold of us, but it was after then we decided…
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Time to shop!
As many people know, Madison had a very successful sticker business on Etsy for the last couple years! After some thought, we have now transferred that onto VomTetontal.com! Some of Madison’s most popular sticker designs are now available to order, as well as some beautiful prints that she has put together. Take peak out our…
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Intro to Blood Tracking
This weekend we laid Cody’s first official blood tracks! It’s so amazing to watch a dog figure out something new. Cody has been an amazing tracking dog since his first dragged duck but the game is different with a blood track. Consistency is key in a formal “big game” blood track, whatever your pre-track ritual…
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The Sagebrush Seas
One of my favorite things about sage grouse hunting is the fact that you are in an area that which to the untrained eye, can appear dull and lifeless. When you really take the chance to look it is truly beautiful country, with so many hidden treasures. While walking through rolling hills of sage brush…
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In a dog’s eyes…
There is something about the look in a dog’s eyes after they complete the retrieve. A look of pride, because they know that they worked hard for this. A look of joy because they know that they pleased you. A look that shows the drive that these dogs naturally have. And I’m sure as they…
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Hunting vs Testing Dogs
It’s a common argument in the hunting dog world and and a common misconception that these two are mutually exclusive. We all got into this game trying to find the perfect hunting and family dog to fit into our lives. For me, putting Cody through the testing system makes me train harder, and train him…
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Welcome!
Hi! We are Alec and Madison Losee, the founders of Vom Tetontal. We are a couple dedicated to preserving the historic breed, while training, hunting, and testing our versatile hunting dogs. Both of us developed a love for upland hunting at an early age that formed into a passion as we were both in college.…
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