I miss ringnecks! I had to put my shorthair down 2 years ago and haven't gone out since then. The last hunt Sam and I were on togather was late season. She locked up on a bird next to a snow fence. I didn't get the chance to shoulder the gun, the bird attempted to flush and Sam snatched it out of the air, gave it a shake and dropped it at my feet. I guess she tried to show me the old dog still had a little left in her.
You have a beautiful dog there Longspurs. Enjoy your time togather.