Training Options
Your Success is Our Passion
Training a dog can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know where to begin. My goal as a trainer is not just to get your dog into a monthly program, but to help you build a relationship between you and your dog that lasts throughout the years.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of training options tailored to fit the needs of you and your pup. From first time owners who need help with basic obedience to the seasoned hunter looking to train his next partner, we work together to form a goal oriented plan. Each program is catered to you and your dog’s individual needs, and training goals will be discussed before dropping off in one of our programs.
Waterfowl Program
$1500 per month
The Fundamentals
Bird exposure
Gunshot introduction
Place and kennel commands
Recall off leash
Remote sit
Heel work
Steadiness in blind
Unfortunately due to our location we lack access to water, which limits water training and swimming practice.
Birddog Board and Train
Upland program
$1500 per month
Open to dogs of all levels of experience, this month-by-month program focuses on shaping your dog to their fullest potential for field work. Our goal is to build strong fundamentals, taking in account your dog’s experience and natural ability.
The Fundamentals (month one)
Bird work
Field confidence
Gunshot introduction
E collar introduction to kennel and place command
Recall and quartering in the field
Strengthening natural point and retrieve
Next Level (month two)
Strengthening control work
Remote whoa and sit (pointers and flushers respectively)
Beginning heel fundamentals
Building steadiness
Intro to Honoring/backing
Experienced (month three)
Steady to wing/Sit to flush (pointers/flushers respectively)
Strengthening areas in need of improvement
Hunting experience
Heel breaking
These programs are all inclusive. Boarding, birds, food, and trainer time are included in the price. Owners are contacted once a week for updates.
We break the upland agenda down into three months, however not every dog’s journey through the program looks the same. This is taken into account and training is based on a day by day basis of what each dog needs.
Force Retrieve Program
$1500 per month
This program builds a stronger and more reliable retrieve via the process of a hold and fetch command. Dogs must meet with a trainer for and evaluation and be deemed eligible. Call or email Jen to discuss if this training could be right for your dog. When a dog is accepted into this program, it is highly recommended they stay in the program until the training is finished.
Obedience Board and Train
$1500 a month
This program focuses on basic commands to help you and your dog live your best lives. Strengthening your own handling skills is an important part of maintaining commands and manners learned in this program. You will have opportunity to come learn with your pup to practice your own handling skills.
Fundamentals
Off leash recall
Sit
Down
Kennel and place commands
Heel work and leash manners
We will discuss particular issues you and your pup are struggling with
One on One Sessions
$100 Per session
Includes one bird
Extra birds can be added at cost
Learn alongside your dog every step of the way! Private appointments are a fantastic way to build confidence in your handling skills and see every part of your dog’s training. Sessions typically last an hour, depending on your dog’s age and ability. You will be given homework, which is great opportunity to practice your own handling skills while building your relationship with your pup.
Group Classes
Group classes are offered throughout the year. Some classes focus on starting bird dogs, whoa breaking, or basic obedience and handling. Class schedules will be posted as they are scheduled.
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