some guys take pups out when they are 6 months old. All i can stay is its a big step backwards if the pup isn't ready. remember its still growing so big jumps down banks, rock hoping can be hard on its joints. Nothing wrong with taking it for a walk through bit bush and couple creeks for a bit of experience . Make sure it is %110 under control, soild stop,sit and not dragging you around on its lead.
Some dogs don't lock up and point but you will learn how to read it when its onto a deer
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