• Gun dog training for pointing and retrieving breeds $500.00 / mo (plus killed birds)
  • Training programs includes, but is not limited to pointing, retrieving, and obedience
  • A great program to introduce your young dog to birds and the gun, or for advanced work on experienced dogs
  • We will also work with problem dogs
  • All training is done on the preserve's outstanding upland and waterfowl habitat
  • Upon picking up your dog, you will have the opportunity to watch your dog work in the field and receive coaching on how to handle your dog
  • Dogs should be 6 months or older to start the program
  • These shots are required and booster shots must be current:
    • Bordatella (Kennel Cough)
    • Distemper/Hepatitis/Lepto/Parvo virus
    • Rabies
  • 1 month minumum (30 days), but the average is 60 days
  • Training period from April 1 through October 1
 
Training Packages:
Puppy Package: This concise package is a 10 day course aimed at giving your 4 to 5 month old gun dog a head start. Your puppy will be introduced to: being handled on a check cord, different types of hunting cover, live birds, and gunfire.

Puppy Package: $200.00
 
Intermediate Training Package: This package is a 3 month training course that includes introduction to birds and gunfire.

Pointers - include pointing, steady to flush, obedience, and retrieving to hand.

Retrievers - emphasis on upland and / or waterfowl game, focusing on obedience and retrieving to hand.

Program concludes with 1/2 day upland hunt (10 birds) for you and a guest (if you desire) hunting behind your dog.

Intermediate Training Package: $1,650.00
 
For information call (515) 834-9390