{"product_id":"dokken-dead-fowl-gambrels-quail-training-trainer-q200-for-retrievers","title":"Dokken Dead Fowl Gambrel's Quail Training Trainer | Q200 for Retrievers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dokken Dead Fowl Gambrel's Quail Trainer is sized to deliver a realistic, non-live bird feel while remaining easy to handle. While not an exact replica in weight and size, it sits about 2 1\/2 to 3 times larger than a real Gambel's Quail, offering a tangible substitute for teaching proper retrieve techniques. Designed for retriever puppies and spaniels, as well as flushing and pointing breeds, this trainer helps ringside practice translate to field success without the risks of handling live game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDead Fowl Gambrel's Quail design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDokken Q200 model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScent Injectable option to add cues during drills\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFloats in water for buoyant water retrieves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasures about 12 inches long and 3 1\/2 inches in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-Life Use and Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trainer offers a natural game-bird feel, including a textured neck segment that mimics a real quail without the live-bird dynamics. Its 8-ounce weight provides a balanced throw and a stable flight path when tossed across fields, ponds, or training pits. The floating design adds a practical element for water work, allowing handlers to observe how a dog tracks, marks, and retrieves from shallow to moderate depths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Benefits and Training Scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilds steadiness and controlled retrieves for puppies and young dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports holding and release cues for spaniels and flushing breeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllows scent-based cueing through the scent-injectable option, enriching scent-based drills\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuoyancy facilitates water retrieves in ponds or flooded fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction notes highlight USA-made quality and a design that is easy to throw, with a durable feel that holds up to repeated practice sessions. The combination of size, buoyancy, and substitute realism aims to support progressive training without overwhelming newer dogs with a live-bird scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for trainers working with retriever puppies, spaniels, flushing dogs, and pointing breeds who need a reliable, repeatable training prop for early retrieves and hold techniques. While results vary by dog and trainer commitment, this trainer provides a consistent practice partner that can support gradual skill-building over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is the recommended use for the Dokken Dead Fowl Gambrel's Quail Trainer?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal for teaching retrieving techniques to retriever puppies and spaniels, with a realistic dead-fowl feel for practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the trainer float and include scent-injectable options?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it floats in water and is scent-injectable for cue-based training sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Dokken","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41899064393808,"sku":"B005FYMH52","price":79.24,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9645\/8576\/files\/dokken-dead-fowl-gambrels-quail-trainer-12in.jpg?v=1765628392","url":"https:\/\/canadawildco.com\/products\/dokken-dead-fowl-gambrels-quail-training-trainer-q200-for-retrievers","provider":"Canada WildCo. | Hunting Gear, Fishing Equipment \u0026 Outdoor Essentials for the Canadian Wild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}