Canuck223 Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 When i first began shooting IPSC, my buddy used to bring his Aussie Shepherd to every outdoor match. Tucker was actually given his own Black Badge by IPSC Ontario. I can't recall anyone getting bent out of shape by Tucker being there. This weekend, I'm hitting two matches in one day, and my kids are spending the day with granny while MrsC works. With nobody home for the day, I'm tempted to bring Muttzilla with me. He's a 3 year old Lab/GSD mix. He's been to two small matches before, and loves getting out. He's well behaved. I can't imagine he's likely to be a buzzkill for anyone, but I'll pose the question here. Does having a dog on the range bother you? (He gives the place a quick sniff then tends to hang out well back of the line.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 Doesn't bother me. Steve Anderson used to bring his dog to the range. She just kind of sat there watching all the excitement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 As long as the dog stays out of the way and does not bark etc, I would have no problem with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putty Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 I can haz going? thet is gud i m citeds about it and ......SQUIRREL!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 I like when I meet dogs at the range, but I do worry about the possible damage to their hearing. R, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobMoore Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XD Niner Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 Great improvisation! Given how sensitive a dog's hearing is, I can't believe that our four legged friends wouldn't have the same hearing damage potential that we face. Most likely, it is more severe for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Hayden Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 I feel sorry for the dogs that people bring down for 3 gun matches.. Some AR comps are pretty loud, not sure if they're worse than 9MM Open guns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 Hearing loss issues aside. I love dogs and have no problem with them anywhere as long as they are well behaved and don't become a distraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck223 Posted April 19, 2010 Author Share Posted April 19, 2010 I was worried about the noise issue myself. His first match was an NRA Action pistol match, and he wanted to stand right beside me on the line for the first string. MrClean looked at me and asked what Muttzilla would do when the gun went off. I said we'd find out in a few seconds. Muttzilla just stood thier, looked up and then walked over and sat under the picnic table where I'd placed his water dish. Both the ranges I'm going to are 80+ meters deep, so he has room to roam outside of the heavy decibel zone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcarter Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. He'll be here all week folks. Please tip your waitresses!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr2e Posted April 19, 2010 Share Posted April 19, 2010 bring 'em. they are a nice distraction for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Gaines Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. He'll be here all week folks. Please tip your waitresses!!!! roflmao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdpaz Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Initially I'd go overboard to to avoid even the perception that he'd be a problem. You may know he won't wander down range but others, particularly the shooter, might be concerned - and distracted. Keep a close watch on him when you're not shooting and tie him up or have someone else actively in charge while you are shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Warrior Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Gosh, if someone brought their dog to the range, I'd have more of my attention on it than the match Like a few people here mentioned, I'd be a little worried about the noise of gunfire to the dog's hearing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Boudrie Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 Does having a dog on the range bother you? (He gives the place a quick sniff then tends to hang out well back of the line.) The only time I've ever seen it cause a problem is when one got loose and the match had to shutdown shooting to chase a dog around the stages. There is a very nice Australian cattle dog that frequently comes to matches, and his person always has a bowl of water out for him. I usually have dog treats or granola bars in my bag since my dogs have taught me it is impolite to eat without offering some to any canines that happen to be watching. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Warrior Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I can haz going? thet is gud i m citeds about it and ......SQUIRREL!!!! Hillarious. If those collars existed I would try one out. Emphasis on the word try! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyinBlue Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. He'll be here all week folks. Please tip your waitresses!!!! LOL That's just funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhett45acp Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 100% depends on the dog. My dog of 18 years (left range) was more than happy to sit in the shade under the tail gait of my pickup and spend the day watching the action. NO - I made damn sure he was not close to the noise. He loved the movement of people and the excitement in the air. I am very sure he could pickup on the different "scenes" in the air. My dog could go just about anywhere and was the perfect guest. Seen but not heard. Jokes aside, he was my EWS (Early Warning System) as I often noted to the cold callers from alarm companies. If your dog has manners and no potential too effecting fellow competitors, then in my opinion bring away. Now, I am just trying to figure out how to bring the cat to the range. It's de-clawed and it just cant' get that 40 brass up out of the grass and into the bag. Best Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. ...dude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Mainus Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 (edited) You might want to check with the range holding the match to see if they allow dogs on the range. We do not allow dogs. Club members bring their dogs down to the range early, before shooting time starts to scrounge for brass etc.. They do not clean up after their dogs so we had to ban them outright. Tom Edited April 20, 2010 by Tom Mainus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lugnut Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 As long as they are leashed I'm fine with it... I hate dogs coming up and licking me... they all seem to be attracted to me for some reason. I'd hope they weren't kept close to the shooting for hearing issues as mentioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokshwn Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I leave my wife at home. She doesn't like the noise. He'll be here all week folks. Please tip your waitresses!!!! LOL That's just funny! It'll get even funnier when she reads it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briansea2 Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I believe I saw a sign at my last match that said NO DOGS ALLOWED. Kinda puts a different light on the problem I guess. Too bad really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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