Standing Stone Podcast

Ethan & Kat Pippitt
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Hi, we're Ethan and Kat Pippitt! We are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. We have a love for hunting, and the outdoors, and we have a real passion for training dogs. In this podcast, we will share hunting stories, interview exciting guests, cover training topics, and keep you up to date on all things Standing Stone.

  1. 5D AGO

    221. Stop Making These Puppy Crate Training Mistakes!

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! Struggling with puppy crate training, potty training accidents, or nighttime wakeups? In this Q&A episode, Kat answers real questions from puppy owners about crate training, retrieve drive, clicker training, breeding decisions, and whelping management.You’ll learn:- How often an 8-week-old puppy should go out at night- Why crate size matters for potty training- Whether using an older dog increases retrieve drive- How to build food motivation for clicker training- Best bottle feeding practices for newborn puppies- Whether mom dogs should eat placentas- Ideal check cord length for recall training- Where to place your puppy’s crate (quiet room vs. living area)If you’re raising a German Shorthaired Pointer, Labrador, versatile hunting dog, or any high-drive working breed, this episode will help you avoid common puppy training mistakes and build strong foundations early.Have a question? Drop it in the comments for a future Q&A episode.For more structured guidance, check out our online puppy training courses designed for hunting dogs and family companions. https://www.standingstonekennels.com/coursesSend Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    40 min

  2. FEB 6

    220. Standing Stone 2026 Upcoming Puppy Litters

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! In this video, Ethan and Kat talk through upcoming breedings and potential litters. They break down advanced breeding philosophy and long-term breeding strategy for German Shorthaired Pointers, focusing on how to stack genetics intentionally rather than chasing trends or titles.They explain why breeding decisions must be made years in advance, how temperament, natural ability, and trainability matter more than paper credentials alone, and why certain dogs are kept in the program while others are not — even if they are talented.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    1h 32m

  3. JAN 30

    219. Linebreeding vs Outcrossing: Our 2026 Breeding Strategy Explained

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! Every year, we sit down and plan our upcoming dog breedings—but this time, we’re bringing you inside the process.In this episode of the Standing Stone Podcast, we break down how we plan our litters, evaluate pedigrees, calculate inbreeding coefficients (COI), and balance genetics with real-world hunting performance. We discuss linebreeding vs outcrossing, fertility considerations, color genetics, temperament, and long-term breeding strategy.You’ll hear detailed discussions on planned breedings for dogs like Cassie, Rye, Trix, Hazel, and Shock, along with honest explanations of why some breedings are repeated, others are avoided, and how future flexibility plays a major role in every decision.This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in:- Breeding hunting dogs responsibly- Understanding pedigrees and COI- Building a sustainable breeding program- Producing versatile, family-friendly bird dogs👉 This is Part 1 of our annual breeding plan—Part 2 will cover additional dogs and future prospects.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    1h 19m

  4. JAN 23

    218. Answering Your Toughest Puppy Training Questions!

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! Got questions about puppy training, leash manners, clicker training, rewards, water intake, or e-collar recall? In this episode, we answer real YouTube comment questions covering everything from newborn puppy weight tracking and weaning puppy mush to leash training timelines, reward frequency, and building reliable recall.Sign up for a consultation: https://calendly.com/standingstonekennels/training-video-consult-youtubeWe break down:- When to switch puppy weights from grams to pounds- How early is too early for leash training- Whether rewarding every rep is a mistake- How to stop puppies from chugging water- Clicker training vs verbal markers- Free-running puppies for confidence- E-collar vibrate vs stimulation for recall- Sending puppies home at 7 vs 8 weeks- Best dog beds for place training- Bird training setups and beeper collar featuresIf you’re raising a puppy, hunting dog, or family companion, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and build a confident, well-trained dog from the start.👉 Drop your questions in the comments for a chance to be featured in the next Q&A episode.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    49 min

  5. JAN 16

    217. Don't Make These Breeding Mistakes - Dog Breeder Nerd Talk

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! Pedigrees aren’t just paperwork—they’re the blueprint for future generations.In this episode, we break down how elite breeding programs use genetics, DNA data, and multi-generation pedigrees to consistently produce high-level hunting dogs and trophy whitetail deer. From inbreeding coefficients to genetic diversity, we compare dog breeding, deer breeding, and even pigeon racing to uncover what truly drives performance, temperament, and long-term success.We also discuss why modern dog training can hide genetic weaknesses, how linebreeding actually works, and why consistency—not perfection—is the real goal.If you’re serious about breeding better hunting dogs, understanding pedigrees, or improving long-term results, this conversation will change how you think about genetics.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    1h 2m

  6. JAN 9

    216. One Dog. One Shot. Zero Mistakes.

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! Frida’s Invitational run is finally broken down—step by step.In this episode, Kat sits down with Angelo Giacomini to recap Frida’s Invitational performance, from early morning field work to high-pressure water retrieves. We cover honoring, steadiness, whistle handling, multiple bird contacts, blind retrieves, and how preparation paid off when it mattered most.We also dive into Frida’s breeding to Chief, why live cover mattered, what was discovered during the process, and what to expect from her upcoming litter. If you’re running NAVHDA or AKC tests, planning a breeding, or training a truly versatile gun dog, this episode is packed with real-world insight.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    1h 1m

  7. JAN 2

    215. Answering YOUR Questions on Puppies, E-Collars, and Recall | Standing Stone Q&A

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! In this episode, we break down real YouTube comments covering dog treadmills vs roading, mental vs physical conditioning, e-collar timing, recall reliability, puppy potty training, parvo risk, place training, and raising puppies with kids in the house. We also dig into the overlap between upland and waterfowl training and explain how versatile dogs like German Shorthaired Pointers can point, flush, and retrieve when trained correctly.If you’re training a hunting dog, raising a puppy, or struggling with recall, e-collar use, or consistency, this episode clears up common mistakes and explains why dogs respond the way they do.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    50 min

  8. 12/26/2025

    214. Why Most Bird Dogs FAIL Under Real Hunting Pressure

    Welcome to Standing Stone Kennels! What does it really take to prepare bird dogs for wild quail hunting in South Texas?In this episode, we break down the El Tesoro quail program—covering everything from advanced steadiness and mental maturity to wild bird scouting, habitat management, and real-world dog injuries. You’ll hear how training systems have evolved to handle long stand-times, heavy pressure, multiple covey flushes, and unpredictable hunting conditions.We also discuss:Why rushing dogs into advanced testing backfiresHow trainer feeding builds better handlers and better dogsRelease-field vs. wild-bird expectationsE-collar use as communication, not punishmentManaging injuries in brutal South Texas terrainWhat separates good dogs from truly reliable hunting partnersIf you’re serious about bird dogs, wild quail, and building dogs that hold up under pressure, this episode is packed with real experience and practical insight.Send Us Mail5919 W Pleasant Valley RdPretty Prairie, KS 67570LinksStep-By-Step Dog Training Course: https://www.standingstonesupply.com/coursesJoin our Patreon Community - https://bit.ly/SSK-PatreonOur Store - https://bit.ly/SSK-StoreSocial MediaFacebook: www.facebook.com/StandingStoneKennelsInstagram: www.instagram.com/standingstonekennels/Website: www.standingstonekennels.comEthan and Kat Pippitt are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. They breed German Shorthaired pointers and train all types of dogs for the hunt and the home. Their training strategies are easy to follow and are flexible to meet the needs of individual dogs. They are avid outdoorsmen and when they aren't training dogs they spend their free time hunting all kinds of game across the United States.We use affiliate links to help support the channel. If you would like to support Standing Stone content we appreciate you using the links in the description of this video.Subscribe to our channel here: http://bit.ly/2Dyy9DW

    1h 12m
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Hi, we're Ethan and Kat Pippitt! We are the proud owners of Standing Stone Kennels. We have a love for hunting, and the outdoors, and we have a real passion for training dogs. In this podcast, we will share hunting stories, interview exciting guests, cover training topics, and keep you up to date on all things Standing Stone.

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  • Creator
    Ethan & Kat Pippitt
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ethan & Kat Pippitt
  • Show Website
    Standing Stone Podcast

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