DUK Dogs

Josh Miller has been training gundogs for over 16 years. As the owner of River Stone Kennels, Josh has competed in both field trials and hunt tests, but at the end of the day he’s a duck hunter. Josh has a passion for British Labs and wants to share his knowledge to help you progress with training your gundog.

DUK Dogs #135: Introducing Zac Stinnett 05/09/2024

DUK Dogs #135: Introducing Zac Stinnett Episode #135 is a fun one! has some exciting news to share from the kennel as he introduces the addtion of to the team. has a had some interesting life experiences which include serving our country in Military (Special Operations), bull riding and more. This was a great conversation as shares his journey through life and how he ended up at . /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/31223377

DUK Dogs #134: Control What You Can Control 05/01/2024

DUK Dogs #134: Control What You Can Control Going off the our series, "A Handlers Mindset", there was one nugget that was consistent with all three guest, "Control What You Can Control". Pro Trainer sits down with his wife to get put this into perspective from a dog trainer, welping litter and life in general. Sometimes, we can get stressed out over things that are out of our control. Great conversation! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/31076343

DUK Dogs #133: A Handlers Mindset as a Multi Dog Owner 04/26/2024

DUK Dogs #133: A Handlers Mindset as a Multi Dog Owner In this episode, sits down with good friend to continue the Handlers Mindset series. shares his perspective being a owner and trainer of multiple dogs. With his dogs being in different stages of training, discusses his mindset on how he approaches his training sessions along with other topics. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/31006058

DUK Dogs #132: A Handlers Mindset as a Pro 04/12/2024

DUK Dogs #132: A Handlers Mindset as a Pro As we continues our series on the "Mental approach that we take into the training season," connects with fellow Pro Trainer to get his thoughts on this very topic. provides some excellent insight from his perspective from being around dogs and dog handlers on a daily basis. Such a great conversation and take aways as you head into the training season! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/30803473

DUK Dogs #131: A Handlers Mindset as an Outfitter 04/05/2024

DUK Dogs #131: A Handlers Mindset as an Outfitter In this episode, chats with owner to get his perspective of being a guide and handling your dog. breaks down he's thoughts as he focuses on off season training and how he handles his down with clients in the field. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/30699623

DUK Dogs #130: From a Handlers Perspective 03/28/2024

DUK Dogs #130: From a Handlers Perspective In this episode, is back from the pheasant ranch and decompressing from the grind of hunting season. He is joined by of to reflect on the season and share some insight of watching other handlers in recent hunting and training scerionos. They wrap things up by digging into the dog bowl and answering a couple questions. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/30585303

DUK Dogs #129: Spring Training and Erin's Time at River Stone 03/06/2024

DUK Dogs #129: Spring Training and Erin's Time at River Stone This week, sits down with to discuss the importance of obedience before spring training, time at and what working in this industry entails. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/30263063

DUK Dogs #128: Safety First with Dr. Joe Spoo 02/15/2024

DUK Dogs #128: Safety First with Dr. Joe Spoo sits down with good friend and veterinarian, who has a special passion in caring for sporting dog breeds- specifically gundog breeds. In this episode. and discuss the importance of finding a sporting dog vet, safety when hunting and training in hot and cold temperatures and first aid in the field. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29975943

DUK Dogs #127: Ranch Life and Behind the Scenes of Breeding 02/12/2024

DUK Dogs #127: Ranch Life and Behind the Scenes of Breeding This week, is joined by his wife and who is shadowing Whitney to kick off the 2024 puppy season with three litters due. During this episode they discuss Kristen's background in animals, growing up on a ranch and what happens behind the scenes when puppies are born. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29912403

DUK Dogs #126: Pheasant Ranch Recap 02/09/2024

DUK Dogs #126: Pheasant Ranch Recap In this episode, Professional Dog trainer recaps his first weekend guiding in Missouri his friends and his dogs. Josh answers questions from listeners and discusses his most memorial hunts and retrieves from this year and what duck calls he likes to use. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29874463

DUK Dogs #125: New Year, New Ideas and New Imports 01/26/2024

DUK Dogs #125: New Year, New Ideas and New Imports A new year is here and new ideas are being tossed about. wrapped up his waterfowl season a little early as mother nature froze things up in Arkansas but that doesn't mean the hunting is over. He is joined by his wife and office manager to chat about new podcast ideas, the new pheasant ranch and a recap of the waterfowl season. This year will be full of adventure, fun and putting duck dogs in the upland field. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29657288

DUK Dogs #124: Thinking OUTSIDE the Hunt While ON the Hunt 12/14/2023

DUK Dogs #124: Thinking OUTSIDE the Hunt While ON the Hunt In this episode, Professional dog trainer opens up the mail bag and discusses traveling to new places with your dog and how he handles his dogs while out hunting. He also gives some insight on getting your dog accilmated to new situations such as boat rides, side by sides to setting decoys. Some good food for thought for your next trip to the field with your pup! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29088193

DUK Dogs #123: The Power of Value 12/12/2023

DUK Dogs #123: The Power of Value In this latest episode of DUK Dogs, Professional Dog Trainer reviews an experience that he recently encountered. He explains his thoughts and how it relates to the relationship with your dog. Sometimes we just need to talk out loud to express our views. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/29045433

DUK Dogs #122: Upland & Waterfowl Dog 12/08/2023

DUK Dogs #122: Upland & Waterfowl Dog Every wonder if your dog can be accomplished in both waterfowl and upland hunting? Professional dog trainer sits down with his wife to discuss this very topic. Speaking of upland hunting, Josh has a big announcement he is excited to share. You won't want to miss that! Arkansas duck season also recently opened up. expericned an incredible day in the duck woods and talks about his boy "Tuckers" first hunt. If you have every heard him talk about Red Shirting a dog, Tucker did so last year. Lots of great things happening on their hunts. Listen in as they go live with the Retriever Roadmap community and have several other hot topics of conversation. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/28996383

DUK Dogs #121: Upland, Ducks and Bucks 11/16/2023

DUK Dogs #121: Upland, Ducks and Bucks Professional dog trainer sits down with his wife to reflect on a couple hunting adventures they both recently experienced. While headed west for an upland hunt, Josh ventured north to try and stalk a big mule deer. Whitney breaks down her hunt with her black lab Sally. They discuss the importance of introducing a dog into a new environment and how she helped Sally be successful. experienced a new style of hunting in stalking a giant mule deer in the Alberta terrain. He was met with a lot of challenges but came out on top as he connected on his first mule deer. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/28663913

DUK Dogs #120: Season is in Full Swing 11/03/2023

DUK Dogs #120: Season is in Full Swing Professional Dog trainer and his wife sit down to recap a very besy start to their hunting season. With their overlapping schedules, they head in different directions chasing bucks and ducks. Tune in as they share some stories they've had along the way. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/28508987

DUK Dogs #119: Overseas and Season's First Take 10/05/2023

DUK Dogs #119: Overseas and Season's First Take Being a breeder and trainer of British Labradors, understands the importance of spending quality time overseas with his friends. From training to assisting with field trails and spending time in the field chasing game, shares his experiences from his recent trip. As season is getting kicked off here in the states, provides some thoughts on taking your dog into the field. Let's make sure your dog is prepared to help make them successful and not set them up to fail and cause issues for the future. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/28238444

DUK Dogs #118: Facebook Live Q&A 09/21/2023

DUK Dogs #118: Facebook Live Q&A Before he leaves for his trip to Scotland, Professional Dog Trainer decides to try something a little different with this episode of DUK Dogs. is joined by his wife to recap their dove opener in Kansas among other topics. They try something a little different by going "live" on Facebook with the Community. This is a unquie and very educational episode as Josh and Whitney yield dog specific and training questions from the community. We think you'll enjoy this one! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/28099415

DUK Dogs #117: Be PROactive 09/07/2023

DUK Dogs #117: Be PROactive In this episode, Professional Dog trainer breaks down the start to his hunting season. He recently returned home from a Kansas Dove hunt and offers a mental approach for the upcoming season. This break down will set you and your dog up for more success this season! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27965415

DUK Dogs #116: Coaching 08/28/2023

DUK Dogs #116: Coaching In this episode of DUK Dogs, Professional dog trainer talks about how to find a coach to bring your training skills to the next level. In turn, you can elevate not only your dog but your goals. He also discusses a hot topic he has been hearing lately. "Hunting season is here, I don't need to train anymore". That couldn't be any further from the truth and Josh explains why. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27871761

DUK Dogs #115: Performances 08/24/2023

DUK Dogs #115: Performances In this episode of DUK Dogs, Professional dog trainer is joined by good friend and Community Relations Manager as they discuss many topics. Bret is visiting the this week to prep the newly wrapped trailer and man the booth at Game Fair. The Strike Teams is another hot topic of discussion as this has become a very popular perk of the program. Hear about a recent training day. Josh wraps the podcast up by providing a perspective on a dog he recently had at the kennel. This particular dog was cruising along with her training but ran into a road block days before her "go home" date. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27843372

DUK Dogs #114: Awareness and Approach 07/27/2023

DUK Dogs #114: Awareness and Approach Professional dog trainer breaks down awareness to have while heading into the season with your dog. He gives his thought about how your approach in these situations can make or break the success your dog can have. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27582867

DUK Dogs #113: Hunt Test and Weekend Recap 07/20/2023

DUK Dogs #113: Hunt Test and Weekend Recap In this episode, Professional Dog Trainer sits down with from and good friend to review a hunt test they all attended together over the weekend. Each of these guys ran different levels at the hunt test with their dogs. They all have a different perspective and break down the test they ran. Listen as they share their thoughts and the pros and cons of the tests. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27518901

DUK Dogs #112: From Across the Pond 07/05/2023

DUK Dogs #112: From Across the Pond Pro Dog Trainer , host of and Podcast sits down for a collaboration episode with an exciting announcement. is happy to announce the addition of his good friend Lewis as the newest member of . Lewis, who is from Scotland, will be adding his style, experience and expertise of training to the program. Tune in as Josh and Lewis sit down and talk about the different training styles and the STRIKE Force event Lewis flew in for. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27381813

DUK Dogs #111: A Challenging Thought 06/16/2023

DUK Dogs #111: A Challenging Thought Professional dog trainer sits down and discusses some topics that have been brought to his attention recently. He also presents a challenging thought as you push through these mid summer months training your dog. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27168420

DUK Dogs #110: Summer Mailbag 06/09/2023

DUK Dogs #110: Summer Mailbag In this episode of DUK Dogs, Professional Dog Trainer sits down with his wife , who runs the breeding side of their business, . They have a great discussion over many topics that were sent in from listeners and clients. Some of those topics include summer training, puppies and their own personal dogs. We appreciate everyone who took the time to send in questions. This was a fun episode! /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/27095880

DUK Dogs #109: Identify the Right Dog for You 05/25/2023

DUK Dogs #109: Identify the Right Dog for You In this episode, Professional Dog Trainer announces some exiting additions to his online training program . He also has a big event planned the last weekend of June for the community. It's sure to be a fun couple of days of dog training and fellowship! Josh then digs into "Idenitying the right dog for you". He breaks down his thoughts on what you're expectations are for your dog and if that dog is the right fit for you. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/26952690

DUK Dogs #108: Perspective 05/03/2023

DUK Dogs #108: Perspective Josh breaks down some perspective and some training senarios that he has recently encountered. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/26737086

DUK Dogs #107: Find Your Dog's Game 04/21/2023

DUK Dogs #107: Find Your Dog's Game Josh tells an eye opening story about a recent situation he encountered while on the road as well as speaks on finding what game is right for your dog. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/26616723

DUK Dogs #106: Dogchotomy Dive In 04/07/2023

DUK Dogs #106: Dogchotomy Dive In Josh dives into a few dichotomies that you should be thinking about with your dog as you head into training season. /episode/index/show/dukdogspodcast/id/26476998

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