Joseph Carter - Pest Control in the Wild: Lessons from Training Mink and Dogs
From Gundog Nation by Kenneth Witt
March 11, 2026 · 1h 32m · Episode 78
About this episode
Joseph Carter discusses his unique approach to training mink and dogs for pest control and hunting.
#78 In this episode of the Gundog Nation Podcast, Joseph Carter, known as the 'Mink Man', shares his unique approach to training mink for pest control and hunting. He discusses the challenges of working with wild animals, the integration of dogs in his pest control efforts, and the fascinating stories from his most infested jobs. Joseph's extensive background in animal training, including horses and falconry, informs his methods and insights. He emphasizes the importance of understanding animal behavior and the impact of social media on his business. The conversation highlights the dedication and passion behind Joseph's work, as well as the challenges and rewards of training both mink and dogs in the field. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/GunDogNation Gundog Nation is proudly sponsored by: Purina Pro Plan https://www.purina.com/pro-plan Migra Ammunition https://migraammunitions.com Waterstone Labradors https://www.waterstonelabradors.com PhoLicious Foods https://www.pholicious.net Ducks Unlimited https://www.ducks.org Dog and Hunt Supply https://www.dogandhunt.com Cable Gangz https://cablegangz.com National Shoot to Retrieve Association https://www.nstra.org
People in this episode
Host: Kenneth Witt
Guest: Joseph Carter
Topics covered
- pest control
- animal training
- mink
- dogs
- hunting
- animal behavior
- social media
Keywords
- mink training
- pest control
- animal behavior
- hunting dogs
- falconry
- social media impact
- animal training
Sponsors
Purina Pro Plan, Migra Ammunition, Waterstone Labradors, PhoLicious Foods, Ducks Unlimited, Dog and Hunt Supply, Cable Gangz, National Shoot to Retrieve Association
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Gundog Nation
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