Training All Breeds of Sporting Dogs!!
The Training Program
35+ years of bird hunting and dog training
experience utilized in our training methods.
Each dog's training program is
individually
designed for him.
We do not use heavy-handed methods to train. Nor do we use
e-collars for training purposes though we do use e-collars for
safety purposes. We utilize our gun dog method of consistency,
patience and repetition which produces dogs with a passion to find
birds.
The various program levels are guidelines
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each dog's needs are different and maturity levels vary, which is
the reason we believe in the need for adapting the program to the
individual dog.
Please feel free to call and we'll
discuss your dog's needs and his individual program.
How Long Does it Take?
Generally, 4 to 8 weeks will handle most training programs, depending on the program level and the training required. Your dog will be worked every day of it's stay at our school, and we won't stretch out the training process over months and months just to pad the training time. Very rarely does it take more than 2 months for a gun dog to achieve the desired goals.
You will receive an evaluation of your dog's aptitude, abilities and any recommendations applicable
Puppy Program
Designed for puppies under 8 months of age.- Introduction to birds and cover,
- firearms,
- and the hunting environment.
Beginner's Program
Designed for dogs approximately 8 months old
and older.
Pointers: Concentration on obedience, field and water work, pointing
and retrieving skills, introduction to gun and the e-collar.
Flushers/Retrievers: Concentration on
obedience, retrieving skills, field and water work. Introduction to
gun and the e-collar.
Intermediate Program
Emphasis is on steadiness, delivery of game, exposure to birds and water work.
Advanced Program
Emphasis on field work, honoring, retrieving to hand, water work and exposure to birds.
PRE-SEASON TUNE UPS
Intensive field work will get your dog in shape and ready for those important days in the field.
