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Copyright 2010, 92 pages, softcover, b/w photos
Training With Mo focuses on how to best train pointing dogs and how to do it with compassion. Author Martha Greenlee has used Maurice Lindley's methods while training her own pointing dogs, and she describes these methods in a clear and concise manner.
Lindley ("Mo" as he is called by friends and family) jointly owns and operates the family business, Lindley's Kennel. He is a professional dog trainer, and his brother Bobby takes care of the boarding facility. Mo's wife Kaye is the glue that holds it all together by taking part in both kennel and training efforts.
Born and raised in Greenville County, South Carolina, Maurice still lives in the same area. Even as a youngster, he worked with dogs. At the age of 10, he and his brother went hunting with a neighbor who raised English setters. With that very first point and covey rise, Lindley says he "was hooked for life" on pointing dogs. He trained his first pointing dog, a German shorthaired, for a client when he was just 16 years old.
Lindley has been training pointing dogs for almost 30 years, having trained pointing dogs for hunting, field trials, and hunt tests, as well as amateurs who compete in field events, such as American Field, AKC, and NSTRA. A gifted teacher, he is able to communicate the reasoning behind his training methods to both the handler and the dog. Often Kaye will be there, helping with communication using sign language.
This is because Lindley cannot hear the spoken word. A little over a decade ago, he contracted Meniere's disease, an inner-ear disorder that resulted in the loss of his hearing. When you watch Mo work dogs, you quickly come to believe that his communication skills have been enhanced with an extraordinary ability that replaces audible sound. He makes an obvious but valid point when he says: "Dogs don't speak English."
Years ago Lindley began searching for training methods that relied less on voice and more on other types of communication with the dog. Often loud voice commands will unintentionally frighten a dog. He worked with several well-known trainers, including Bill Gibbons, Dave Walker, and Bill West. Combining their knowledge and experience with his own, he determined that dogs prefer communication through visual and physical contact, not verbal. Body language is a key part of Mo's training method. This, of course, applies to all parties involved in a training session, both dog and trainer.
Using the Pinch-Collar to Teach "Here" and to Introduce the E-collar
Going Bird Hunting
Notes from Mo
Part II -- Formal Training
Chapter 3 -- Techniques for Teaching Manners
Gaining Control
Teaching the "Here" Command
Teaching the "Stand" Command
The Set Back
The Spin and Set Back
Working the Head
Training Young or Soft Dogs
Introducing the E-Collar
Teaching "Whoa"
Notes from Mo
Chapter 4 -- Training Steps in Launcher Work
Preparing for Launcher Work
Developing the Pointing Instinct
Pointing Birds in Launchers
Shooting Birds
Using the E-Collar in Launcher Work
Launchers with the "Stand" Command
Launchers with Stop-to-Flush Training
Pointing Launchers
Gunfire with Launchers
Backing with Launchers
Looking for the Weak Link
Putting it Together
Phase I
Phase II
Phase III
Phase IV
Notes from Mo
Chapter 5 -- Training Steps in Loose Bird Work
Finishing on Pen-Raised Quail
Planting Pen-Raised Quail
Using the E-collar around Loose Birds
Getting Started
Catching Birds
Trying Options
Advanced Training
Polishing
Running Naked
Using the E-collar for Advanced Training
Teaching Steady-to-Kill
Firing the Shotgun
Shooting Birds
Notes from Mo
Part III -- Training Advice
Chapter 6 -- Talking to Mo
Problem Solving
Blinking Birds
Bumping Birds
Chasing Dickey Birds
Circling
Deer Chasing
Delayed Chase
Dropping on Point
Flagging
Gun-Shyness
Pointing Bugs
Retraining an Older Dog
Retrieving Naturally
Notes from Mo
Chapter 7 -- Three Tales
Major, the Pointer
Dot, the English Setter
Bud, the Brittany
Appendix A: Resources
Appendix B: Picking a Pup
Choosing a Pointing Breed
Finding a Breeder / Reading a Pedigree
Appendix C: Interview with Mo -- "Calm Dogs, Calm Trainer"
Glossary of Terms
Index
About the Author:
Martha Greenlee established Piney Run Kennel in 1991. She currently lives in south-central Virginia, where she breeds and trains Brittanys, although she enjoys working all pointing breeds. She has trained and handled her dogs to wins in all-age and shooting dog championships, and many of her dogs have earned AKC Field Champion Titles. Her dog NAC/FC/AFC Piney Run Sam won the Brittany National Amateur Championship in 2000, and her dog NFC/FC/AFC Pine Run Art won the Brittany National Championship in 201. Besides breeding and training, Martha also enjoys writing about dogs. She wrote Training Tips Your Bird Dog Will Love, co-authored The Brittany: Amateurs Training with Professionals, and co-edited Hunting Dogs, Field Trial Dogs, Brittanys. She has contributed stories to another anthology and written for several publications, including Field Trial Magazine and American Brittany. In 2011, she authored What's the Point, an eBook that is also available in Kindle format.
This was one of the best training books I've read yet. The methods are straightforward and simple to understand. I really like how the book addresses a lot of common issues that may come up in training and how to address them with your dog. I highly recommend for anyone who trains their own bird dogs.
By Luke
Wisconsin
Great service
September 8, 2023
I heard about this book on a lot of podcasts. This is one of the only places you can purchase it online. So far, the book is well organized and the method is easy to follow. I'm happy I bought it. The service from Gun Dog Supply was great. The book came fast and was well packaged.
By Doc C.
South Alabama
Best Book I Have Around Pointing
November 9, 2022
I have a shelf full of dog training books but this one has proven the most useful as far as pointing training goes. My dogs have to do other things (tracking game, waterfowl retrieving) but for the pointing work, I found this book excellent.
Pros
Straightforward; easy read with rationale behind the recommendations
Cons
None
By Andrew
North Carolina
Pointer training book
March 15, 2022
Love the book! Came quickly! Hassle free experience. I won't hesitate to order any other dog/hunting related stuff from Gun Dog Supply!
By Travis
Kansas
Good book
February 8, 2021
I like this method and philosophy. What I like the best is the simplicity and lack of gear required. No post, barrels or tables. I am planning on getting Martha's other book.
By Nick R.
OH
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
October 22, 2018
Straight forward approach. Very good read for one who tends to talk too much.
By Marshall C.
MN
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
October 19, 2018
Well written and love the approach. I have been using the techniques to train my Brittany pup.
By Richard A.
TX
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
October 18, 2018
He has a very different way of doing things, some of which I will incorporate into my training. To much reliance on the e collar but maybe that is a better way...just not mine.
By Jay L.
NY
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
October 11, 2018
By Ron S.
AL
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
July 25, 2016
Solid training information. Less formal and more straightforward.
By Chris H.
NC
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
June 18, 2016
Great training book. He even gives you all the steps to train your dog.
By ERIC A.
NY
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
June 7, 2016
Great read. I like the physical aspect of teaching the dog with limited or no voice commands. A more natural feel.
By Christopher P.
WI
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
May 15, 2016
One of the best training books I have read yet!
By Beth L.
NY
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
January 15, 2016
Loved it!
By Barbara C.
VA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
January 8, 2016
Excellent read with lots of valuable info for training your dog.
By Jamie B.
PA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
September 25, 2015
Great read!!!
By TW
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
June 11, 2015
He does a nice job developing a dog in an appropriate fashion. There is not an Easy Button with his technique, just honest, thoughtful, application of proven methodology. It takes work, but the results are worth the effort! Thank you Mo!
By Scott M.
PA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
April 10, 2015
This book was recommended to me by my breeder who also trains Brittany's to hunt and field trial. The book is an excellent read. Mo's methods are simple and direct so they made sense, even for an amateur like me.
By Ryan S.
CA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
January 28, 2015
Great book! For the price I had hoped it would be hard back, but the information contained within is fantastic.
By MItch W.
GA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
October 20, 2014
The book is excellent. I received it a couple of days after placing my order. I will be using Gun Dog Supply again.
By Bennie A.
AL
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
May 9, 2014
I currently have 7 German Shorthair Pointers that I have trained using a different method, and they are spot on in the field. With that said, this book contains great alternative ideas to training hunting dogs that seem to be very effective. I am going to incorporate in to my training on a new 10 week old that I have just gotten to start working with.
By James Y.
PA
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
February 28, 2014
I'm going to give this method a try this summer on some new pups. We have recently breed a Grid Iron bitch to Chip's Little Sparky male.
By Shad S.
MO
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
January 29, 2014
Easy to read and understand.
By Roger F.
TN
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
January 5, 2014
The training with Mo is a very good training book .
By Steven E.
NE
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
December 6, 2013
This book broke down the steps needed to start and train an upland bird dog. It's helped me a lot.
By Razvan D.
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
November 20, 2013
Very pragmatic with lots of advanced advice. Mo is a real dog psychologist.
By JOSEPH D.
Review for Training with Mo by Martha H. Greenlee
November 5, 2013
A great read. Wish I read this book years ago. Not a book for a quick fix or hurry up, but a very clear training book. Something to keep in your training bag,not on the coffee table.
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