Jason Carter

Jason Carter is a NAVHDA judge, NADKC member, director of youth development, secretary of NAVHDA’s youth committee, clinic leader and trainer at Merrymeeting Kennels. He has been around versatile hunting dogs his entire life, literally! Born into the Carter family and Merrymeeting Kennels, he attended his first NAVHDA test in Bowdoinham, Maine, when he was just a year of age. Jason successfully trains, tests and breeds Deutsch Kurzhaars in both the NAVHDA and NADKC testing systems. Through his work at the kennel, Jason has had the opportunity to develop pointers, flushers and retrievers over the years. When October arrives he can be found with family and friends hunting throughout New England.

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A bid dog flags while being trained in the woods.
Understanding Flagging in a Bird Dog

Flagging in a bird dog can be prevented and fixed with proper training So what…

A dog trainer reads a dogs body language for better training results
Learning to Read a Dog’s Body Language for Training

Being able to read a bird dog’s body language can increase effective training and communication.…

a bird hunter in Maine shows a ruffed grouse fan
Ruffed Grouse Hunting in Maine: The Season is Here

The author, a Maine native, explores ruffed grouse hunting tactics and scouting in the North…

A dog training works with a dog personality while training
Training to the Character of Your Dog

Not all dogs are created equal, each possessing distinct personalities and characteristics that matter significantly…

A bird dog trainer uses correct timing to correct a gun dog in the field.
Understanding Timing in Dog Training

Timing is a critical foundation to good dog training and here we explore how to…

A dog trainer uses a dog treat to reward proper behavior
How to Use Dog Treats in Training

Exploring whether you should use dog treats in training: effective methods and applications in real…

A dog trainer works to refocus a dog for successful training.
How to Reset Your Dog in Training

Maintaining a dog’s focus and keeping them grounded are important for successful training sessions and…

A dog in an excited mental state durning dog training
The Five Mental States of Dogs in Training

The mental state of you and your dog can make the difference between success and…