Marking: Tido demonstrates exceptional marking abilities to mark up to 5-6 birds. He can mark from distances long and short, in cover or out. This translates into a dog that will pick up any bird in any hunting environment. He drives hard for every bird. His memory is superior and he won’t quit until he knows he’s picked up every bird. Handling: Tido has the unique capability to run blinds as well as he can run marks. Some dogs have a preference with marks or blinds, Tido runs either one. He snaps to attention when a whistle is blown, and takes commands without question. He will run blinds all day long, at any distance needed. Water: Since a puppy, Tido loves the water. He’s not afraid to get muddy or go into thick cover to get a downed bird. This is evidenced by his straight lines to a bird.The water’s never too cold for him to retrieve birds. Home Life: Versatility Tido transforms from a great family dog to a strong willed hunting retriever in the field. He possesses the traits many hunters are looking for: he’s gentle and low maintenance in the house, but a hard charger in the field. He’s a combination indoor/outdoor dog. Hunting: Here at Ultimate Gun Dog, we believe a retriever’s hunting skills is the most important trait a retriever can have. It’s too often we see a talented dog in the hunting with our dogs is where all the pieces come together. Tido as impressive in the field as he is in a test or in training. He doesn’t bat an eye when you ask him to smash through ice for a late season goose, and he goes after the last duck as hard as he does for the first one. Tido hunts Pheasant, Sharp tail, ducks, and geese from the beginning of September all the way through the snow goose season in April. His enthusiasm never wanes. His body type and strength makes him a versatile dog his owner relies on to pick up any bird. It’s for these reasons Tido makes a great stud dog for someone looking for a true hunting companion.