Can you imagine training and hunting with a deaf dog? In this incredible episode, Ashley Easterday shares the powerful story of Winston, her rescued deaf English Setter who defied all odds. From surviving extreme abuse and near-death experiences, Winston went on to become an exceptional hunting companion and loving family pet. Discover how Ashley adapted her training, overcame unique challenges, and learned profound lessons in trust, patience, and silent communication along the way. 00:00:00 Meet Ashley & Winston, the Deaf English Setter 00:00:18 Winston’s Unbelievable Rescue Story 00:04:11 How Winston Found His Forever Home 00:11:27 Bringing a Deaf Dog Into the Home & Pack 00:16:03 Training Challenges: Overcoming Sensory Overload 00:20:06 Heightened Senses & Unique Behaviors in Deaf Dogs 00:24:22 Silent Training: Communication Without Words 00:28:58 E-Collar vs Vibrate Collar for Deaf Dogs 00:34:32 Hand Signals & Creating a Silent Language 00:41:20 Why the Silent "Smith Method" Works 00:47:09 Trusting Winston Off-Leash for the First Time 00:54:41 Winston's First Hunts & Natural Ability 01:04:14 Memorable Hunting Stories & Adventures 01:10:15 Hunt Tests, Trials, and AKC Limitations 01:14:15 Breaking Breed Stereotypes: More Than a Bird Dog 01:18:16 Why Talking Less Creates a Better Hunting Dog -------------------- Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'MWGD15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] -------------------- GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices