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Garmin Alpha 300i

STRONG CONNECTION. STRONG BOND.

Sagebrush plateaus, rolling prairies, dense hardwoods, rocky ridges — no matter where you hunt, you and your dogs need reliable gear. Track and train your dogs in the field with the Alpha 300i handheld, featuring a new vivid 3.5” touchscreen, inReach® satellite communication and user-friendly 6-button design.

  • INTERACT WITH A RESPONSIVE TOUCHSCREEN AND BUTTONS.
  • TRACK AND TRAIN YOUR PACK IN THE FIELD.
  • COMMUNICATE VIA INREACH SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY.
  • GET UP TO 50 HOURS OF BATTERY LIFE WITH INREACH TECHNOLOGY ENABLED.
  • NAVIGATE WITH TOPOACTIVE MAPS AND DOWNLOADABLE SATELLITE IMAGERY.

Garmin PRO 550 Plus Train and Track

Best-in-class Dog Training System with Simple GPS Tracking
  • One-handed, no-look dog training for up to 3 dogs¹ and at-a-glance tracking with a range of up to 9 miles
  • 2.5-second update rate provides faster location tracking when your dogs are on the run
  • Customize training for each dog with 18 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation, tone and vibration settings
  • At-a-glance directional tracking on the built-in display with GPS and GLONASS satellite reception shows which direction and how far away your dogs are
  • Easy pairing and setup with compatible Garmin dog collars for training and tracking or tracking only (sold separately)

Garmin Alpha TT25 Dog Collar

TRACK AND TRAIN YOUR PACK

No matter what kind of dogs you run or how you hunt, Alpha TT 25 is the slim, rugged and universally sized collar designed to help you build a better dog — no matter the breed.

  • TRACK YOUR DOG UP TO 9 MILES WITH A COMPATIBLE HANDHELD (SOLD SEPARATELY)
  • OPTIMIZE YOUR BATTERY LIFE WITH DYNAMIC TRACKING
  • COLLAR IS UNIVERSALLY SIZED TO FIT LARGE AND SMALL BREEDS
  • EASILY CHANGE THE USER-REPLACEABLE FLEX BAND
  • TRAIN WITH STIM, TONE OR VIBE WITH A COMPATIBLE HANDHELD (SOLD SEPARATELY)
  • GET AUTOMATIC SOFTWARE UPDATES WHEN CHARGING AND CONNECTED TO YOUR NETWORK

Canine Contagious Respiratory Infection

Announcements

As many of you are already aware, there is an unusual respiratory infection in dogs here in our area of Colorado and several other states as well. Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDCP) outbreaks are commonly called Kennel Cough and occur in dog populations regularly. These outbreaks are typically caused by known pathogens such as Bordetella, Influenza, Parainfluenza, Mycoplasma, Coronavirus, and others, as well as a combination of these pathogens.

The Infectious agent of this most recent outbreak has not been definitively identified. Veterinary labs are currently testing samples to identify the cause, but it is yet to be determined. It could be a new virus, bacteria, or a mix of more than one.

What we can tell you:
– It is likely contagious between dogs via airborne respiratory droplets.
-No link has been made between sick dogs and respiratory illness in humans.
-Symptoms can include coughing, sneezing, nasal and/or eye discharge, low appetite, and lethargy. Seek veterinary care if your dog exhibits these symptoms.
-Cases tend to fall into three categories: 1.) Chronic to mild kennel cough for 6 to 8 weeks (most cases) 2.) Chronic pneumonia (occasional cases) 3.) Acute pneumonia that becomes severe and potentially life-threatening (rare).

We recommend caution, rather than being overly worried. As with all contagious illnesses, the risk is higher in boarding facilities, grooming facilities, training centers, dog shows, shelters, doggie daycare centers, dog parks, and high-traffic pet stores. Even well-vaccinated dogs can contract this infection.

At Valhalla Kennels we strive to limit exposure by:
-Not co-mingling dogs from different households in the exercise area.
-Not accepting sick dogs into the facility and immediately sending sick dogs home
-Daily disinfecting of all runs and communal spaces
-Sanitizing all drinking and food bowls daily.
– In addition to vaccinating for common respiratory infections that are included in the Bordetella & DHPP vaccine, we now recommend dogs receive the Canine Influenza vaccine before boarding.

**Realize that even vaccinated dogs can get CIRDC and strict cleaning and disinfecting protocols can not eliminate the risk of exposure**

Dogs Unlimited and the Field King Products

Announcements

Valhalla is proud to carry a select inventory from Dogs Unlimited and the Field King line of products.  Over the years Dogs Unlimited has maintained the highest standards in training gear that meets the rigorous demands of Gun Doggin’.  Check our Pro-Shop and stock up on the basics such as whistles and checkcords or visit http://www.dogsunlimited.com/ for the full catalog of Gun Doggin’ gear.

The Pro Shop at Valhalla Kennels

A Day in the Life of a Bird Dog in Training

Training

Now this is my favorite part of the morning, even better than seeing the morning crew and getting to play.  I watch eagerly as the trainer walks back and forth, loading up all the Bird Dogs that are staying at the kennel for school.

I can barely hold in my excitement.  Actually, I can’t hold in my excitement, which is why I’m jumping up and down, barking as loudly as I can, hoping I can catch his attention.  My training time might be the best part of the day but waiting for my turn is the worst.

I know I could find every bird in the field, maybe even every bird in the whole world, if only he would hurry up and get to me.

Finally, he comes to my kennel and it’s off to the training grounds.  Accessorized with a Dogtra E-Collar that beeps so the trainer can’t lose me, I am at last let off leash to do what I do best.

I find every single bird and I know the trainer is proud of how far I’ve come with my Bird Dog Training.

I have done my best and back up the kennel we go.  I can tell the staff have already finished feeding and medicating for the morning and now they are focusing on the daily sanitation of our kennel runs.

I like all the ladies who work here.  They may not let me out to run in the field and hunt birds but they are kind and patient and let me play in the yards all day long.

Thank goodness, its dinner time.  I definitely earned my meal tonight.  I lick the bowl clean, then wait for another turn in the exercise yard.  It’s the perfect way to end the day!

Being at Valhalla is my happy place!

Dog First Aid Kit

Blog, Dogs

Ready Dog First Aid KitNo matter what injury has occurred, you’ll be better prepared to handle it if you have a Ready Dog First Aid Kit with you. The Gun Dog Kit is the one that has been proven in the field and recommended by Veterinarians who understand the risks of the field.

It has the tools to remedy a face full of porcupine quills, the jagged gash from a barbed wire fence, a skunk encounter, and just about any other mishap that could befall your dog. In fact, from reams of gauze to paramedic shears, Kelly forceps, cold compresses, skin stapler, antihistamine tablets and even honey packets (good for getting down other pills and giving a blood sugar boost), you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better or more properly equipped dog first aid kit. Best of all, part of the kit detaches from the main unit so you can stuff it in your bird vest or shell bag and take it afield, where you’re likely to need it most.

Contact: Valhalla Kennels to pick up your custom first aid kit.