Episode 038: Falconry, Bird Dogs and a Baby with Laura of Arabia

Laura was was determined, persistent and passionate to learn and navigate the ancient art of falconry in Qatar where it was known as a man's sport. Years later, she now shares her passion of hunting, dogs and falconry with her husband and their 11 month old son. 5:50 What is falconry 6:35 Laura's start in falconry 8:20 The art of falconry 9:20 Dogs in Qatar 13:25 Relationship between dog and falcon 16:05 Laura's falcons 16:45 Chukar hunting 19:20 Relationship with a falcon 23:30 Establishing trust 27:05 Getting game off the falcon 31:00 Why Laura started 31:45 Acquiring a falcon 36:45 Releasing back to the wild 41:10 Hunting with dogs and falcons 45:20 Adding a baby to the falconry team 49:00 Living life with your passion 52:15 Caring for a falcon 53:15 Change of pace with a baby 57:15 Best falconry experience 58:00 Differences of falconry in the US 1:01:00 Falcon living conditions 1:04:48 Common falconry species 1:06:40 Falconry misconceptions 1:10:00 Getting started with/dedication to falconry 1:14:40 The Raven 1:23:25 Favorite bird recipes Laura of Arabia on Instagram ------------------------------------------- Support this podcast on Patreon Donate to AKC Canine Health Foundation and receive a calendar Thank you to our Partners: Dakota283 Kennels (use promo code birddogbabe for 10% discount)  Xcel Shooting Sports – free gun slip ($90 value) with purchase of select shotguns Connect with Courtney Follow Bird Dog Babe: Instagram Facebook YouTube