Download or read book Training a Young Pointer written by Joseph Healy and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2005-07-25 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of a bird dog's early years, showing how an owner selects a pup and finds a trainer. Tips on housebreaking, socialization, basic commands, field training, whistle training and ranging methods, types of training collars, using a check cord, release and fetch commands. Interviews and insights with longtime pointing-dog owners, trainers, and other experts.