# The Making of a Gun Dog: Rody Best of Best Retrievers Breaks It Down | Big Hunt Guys, Ep. 215

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Published: 2026-02-20T16:56:14+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/gohunt/2563719
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## Resource

This week on the Big Hunt Guys Podcast, Brady, Lorenzo, and Trail sit down with Rody Best of Best Retrievers for a full deep dive into what it really takes to build a high-level retriever. Rody Best is a premier Texas-based dog trainer and founder of Best Retrievers, located in Paige (near Austin), specializing in elite gundog and retriever training. Best Retrievers has a 120-acre facility and offers comprehensive 4–5 month programs, focusing on obedience, bird introduction, gun steadiness, and technical water retrieves for hunting and competition. From picking the right breed for your hunting style to choosing the best pup from a litter, Rody shares the traits and temperament markers that serious hunters should be paying attention to. Whether you're chasing waterfowl in flooded timber or upland birds in open country, not all retrievers — or training approaches — are created equal. Tune in the hear how Rody develops some of the best retrievers in the world. Learn more about GOHUNT . Follow GOHUNT on Social Media: Instagram YouTube - Podcast Channel YouTube - Main Channel Facebook

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