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with Ray Voigt

The All-Purpose Retriever Blueprint: Building a True Canine Decathlete

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Every handler dreams of a dog that can do it all — a loyal hunting companion, a confident hunt test competitor, and a polished field trial performer. But is it really possible to develop a retriever with the versatility, balance, and skills to succeed across these arenas?

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That’s exactly what we’ll explore in this Purina Masterclass. You’ll walk away with a blueprint for building your own “canine decathlete” — a retriever that’s as steady in the duck blind as it is sharp on a National stage.

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What You’ll Learn

Join me, Pat Burns, and my friend and colleague Ray Voigt for a night of insight, stories, and practical guidance on:

• Foundations that last a lifetime — early development choices that set the stage for versatility.

• Balancing goals — how to navigate the overlap (and differences) between hunting, hunt tests, field trials, and SRS.

• Key questions answered:

Should you hunt a field trial dog?

Is it harmful to teach hunt test dogs field trial-style setups?

Which comes first — Hunt Tests or Field Trials?

Is the SRS dog the ultimate balanced athlete?

• Real-world case study: Ray’s personal dog Rumor — competitive in field trials, a Master National qualifier, and the face of the Purina Pro Plan bag.

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This Masterclass will challenge how you think about training priorities, help you avoid common pitfalls, and give you a clearer path toward developing a well-rounded retriever.

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📅 Date: October 22 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM ET
🌐 Location: Online

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The link to join Masterclass will be emailed to you 1 hour before the event if you have registered prior to 7:00 PM EASTERN. This link will take you directly to the Masterclass. If you are unable to join us for the live event, all of Purina Masterclass replays will be posted in the Purina Masterclass Library. 

 

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