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Oak Lane Retrievers, Highway 3 west, Tisdale, SK (2026)

10/30/2026

We still have a few openings available in our 8-WEEK BOARD & TRAIN OBEDIENCE PROGRAM!

January to mid-April 2027
September to December 2027

Have you been putting off getting your dog trained? Are you tired of being dragged around on walks, dealing with jumping, struggling with recall, or having a dog that just doesn’t listen?

Now is the perfect time to change that!

Imagine heading to the lake, going camping, enjoying your summer vacation, or simply taking your dog along for the day without constantly worrying about their behaviour!

That’s what we want to help you achieve!

At Oak Lane Retrievers, our eight-week Board & Train Obedience Program focuses on building a solid foundation of obedience that you and your dog can enjoy for years to come.

-Loose-leash walking and proper heel work
Sit, down, stay and reliable recall
-Off-leash obedience
-Better manners at home and in public
-Working around distractions
-Building confidence and improving communication
-Real-life obedience skills you can use every day
-Behaviour modification when needed

ALL BREEDS WELCOME!

Every dog is different, and we tailor our training to each dog’s individual needs, personality and progress.

We also believe that training doesn’t end when your dog goes home. We work with owners to help them understand their dog’s training and give them the tools to continue building on what their dog has learned.

Think about this…

Your dog could be part of your family for 10–16 years.

EIGHT WEEKS!

That’s all our program takes out of your dog’s life, but those eight weeks can make an incredible difference in the years you spend together!

More freedom. More adventures. Less frustration. A stronger bond.

A well-trained dog isn’t just easier to live with — they’re more enjoyable to take everywhere!

Let’s make 2027 the year you and your dog start enjoying life together even more!

LIMITED OPENINGS REMAIN FOR 2027!

For questions, availability or more information, call us at 306-873-9552.

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www.oaklaneretrievers.com

OAK LANE RETRIEVERS
Real Training. Real Life Results.

10/28/2026

Ghillie IS ROCKING IT!

Our boy Ghillie is officially down to his final 12 days with us in our two-month Board & Train Obedience
Program, and WOW, is this dog ever putting it all together!

So far this week,Ghillie has been absolutely crushing it! During today’s training session, I honestly don’t think I touched his leash once! He needed a few tiny corrections here and there, but otherwise, he was simply AMAZING!

There is something so rewarding about working with a dog who genuinely LOVES to work. Ghillie is one of those dogs who just soaks everything up like a sponge. He’s eager, enthusiastic, and always ready to give it his all!

At just over seven months old, he’s at such a fantastic age for learning. He’s taking everything we’re teaching him and putting it all together beautifully!

But we’re not finished yet!

Over these final 12 days, we’re going to keep raising the bar. That means introducing more distractions, having other people moving around while he’s working, and putting his obedience to the test in more real-life situations.

Our goal is to make sure Ghillie isn’t just listening when everything is quiet and predictable. We want that same focus and obedience when life is happening all around him!

The next 12 days with this boy are going to be an absolute BLAST!

We couldn’t be happier with how far he’s come, and I can’t wait to see what he shows us next!

Oak Lane Retrievers
Building better dogs, one training session at a time!

10/28/2026

BELLA’S BOARD & TRAIN UPDATE – WEEK 4!

Miss Bella is heading into her fourth week with us here at Oak Lane Retrievers, and she continues to impress us!

We’re only two days into the week, but she’s already off to a fantastic start!

This week, we’ve decided to raise the bar a little and start introducing more real-life distractions into her training sessions.

With winter preparations underway around the kennel, there’s a lot more activity happening in the yard. People are coming and going, things are being moved around, and we also have some of our younger puppies that we’ve held back for training starting to make appearances during Bella’s sessions.

All of this gives us a great opportunity to see just how well Bella can maintain her focus when there’s more going on around her.

And so far, so good!

Distractions don’t seem to be much of a concern for Bella just yet! She’s been doing a great job staying focused and working through everything happening around her. Of course, we’re only getting started with this phase, so we’ll see how she handles things as we continue to increase the challenges.

Heeling: Her heeling continues to come along beautifully! We’ve started dropping the leash and allowing her to work through some off-leash heeling exercises. She’s responding really well to this next step. Over the next few days, we’ll begin transitioning her off the 30-foot training line and onto a shorter leash as we continue building toward more off-leash work.

Recall: This is one area where Bella has really made some great strides! She’s becoming increasingly enthusiastic about coming when called, even with distractions happening around her. She might be watching something going on across the yard, but when we call her, she’s turning around and heading straight back to us! That’s exactly what we want to see!

Overall Obedience: Like any dog learning new skills, Bella still has the occasional blooper! Sometimes we have to ask her twice to do something she’s normally very good at, and that’s okay. Training isn’t always perfect, and those little moments are all part of the learning process.

What matters most is that Bella continues to show us she’s willing to learn, she’s enjoying her training sessions, and she’s making steady progress.

A SPECIAL VISIT COMING UP!

Bella’s owners are coming out on Friday for a visit to see how their girl is doing and just how far she’s come since arriving here!

And I’ll tell you what… if Bella works on Friday the way she’s been working today, I think she’s going to impress them!

It’s always exciting when owners get to see firsthand the progress their dogs are making. We’re looking forward to showing them what Bella has learned so far!

We still have four more weeks together, and we’re certainly not slowing down!

Every few days, we continue raising the bar, asking a little more of her, introducing new challenges, and building on everything she’s already learned.

And so far, Bella is taking it all in stride!

We’re really happy with how this girl is progressing and can’t wait to see just how far she comes over the next month!

OAK LANE RETRIEVERS
Board & Train Obedience | Behaviour Modification | Gundog Training

Interested in our Board & Train Obedience Program?

We still have a few openings available between January and mid-April 2027!

Whether you’re looking for better manners, improved recall, loose-leash walking, reliable obedience, or help with behavioural challenges, we’d love to help you and your dog!

Send us a message to learn more about our training programs and availability.

10/23/2026

Last, but certainly not least… we can’t forget about Mr. Ghillie!

Ghillie is a pretty special boy around here! He’s one of our very own Oak Lane pups, born right here in March from our Red × Mabel litter!

At just seven months old, Gilly has been back with us for our two-month Board and Train Obedience Program, and he’s now heading into the final stretch! He’ll be heading home the first week of November, and we couldn’t be happier with the progress he’s made!

You’ve probably seen Ghillie featured in some of our previous posts, but he’s come a LONG way since then!

Ghillie is a little farther along in his training than Bella, and we’re now working through the off-leash portion of our obedience program.

You’ll notice in his videos that he’s still dragging a short leash. This is simply so I can quickly step in and make a correction if needed. But for the most part, I’m no longer hands-on with him!

His heel work is coming along beautifully! He’s walking right at my side without me touching the leash, and he’s responding wonderfully to everything we’re asking of him.

HEEL – Walking beautifully at my side with very little guidance.

SIT & STAY – Doing fantastic!

RECALL – Absolutely unbelievable! This boy LOVES coming when he’s called!

DOWN – Still a work in progress! Ghillie can be a little exuberant when asked to lie down, but we’ll get there. After all, he’s still a very young dog!

One thing Ghillie really enjoys is the finer details of obedience. He absolutely LOVES those quick transitions, especially being called into a heel position from a sit. He’s enthusiastic, responsive, and genuinely enjoys working!

At his owner’s request, we also incorporated e-collar conditioning into his training, and he took to that very well.

Ghillie is exactly the kind of dog we love seeing as we approach the end of our two month obedience program. He’s happy, confident, willing to work, and developing into a dog who understands what’s being asked of him without needing constant hands on guidance.

And the best part? He genuinely LOVES to work!

We’ve also been doing a few things a little differently with Gilly because we’ll be welcoming him back next spring for our Board & Train Gundog Program!

For now, we’re keeping that side of things fun and simple. We’re throwing a few bumpers, encouraging him to retrieve, and most importantly, building his drive and enthusiasm!

At this young age, I’m not worried about perfection when it comes to retrieving. I want him excited when he sees a bumper, eager to chase it, and happy to bring it back!

Right now, it’s all about building drive, confidence, and a love for the game. The more technical training can come later!

Ghillie has been an absolute joy to have back here at Oak Lane. It’s always rewarding to watch one of our own puppies grow up, but getting the opportunity to work with them and help develop their potential makes it even better!

We’re sure going to miss this boy when he heads home, but we’re already looking forward to having him back in the spring!

Great job, Mr. Gihillie! You’ve made us proud!

OAK LANE KENNELS – BOARD & TRAIN OBEDIENCE

Are you looking for a dog who listens, walks nicely on a leash, comes when called, and can be trusted to follow commands even with distractions?

Our two-month Board & Train Obedience Program focuses on building a solid foundation in obedience, confidence, manners, and communication between you and your dog.

We also offer behaviour modification training, helping address unwanted behaviours and develop better habits.

We have a few spots remaining for our January through mid-April training intake!

Whether you have a young dog who needs a solid foundation or an older dog who could use some help with obedience and behaviour, we’d love to chat about your training goals!

Send us a message at Oak Lane Kennels for more information or to reserve a spot!

Oak Lane Kennels Building better dogs, one training session at a time!

10/22/2026

Bella’s Board & Train Update!

What a difference a week can make!

Over the last week or so, Bella has really turned it on! Things are starting to click, and she’s putting all the pieces together beautifully!

Bella has proven herself to be a real team player. She wants to learn, she’s eager to work, and she’s genuinely excited to come out for each training session. She’s been an absolute pleasure to work with, and the progress she’s made in just over three weeks with us has been fantastic!

Here’s where Bella is at so far!

Sit, Down & Wait: Bella has these commands down beautifully!

Long Sit Stays & Down Stays: She’s doing fantastic with both, showing great patience, focus, and self-control.

Loose Leash Walking: Coming along beautifully! Bella is now automatically sitting when I come to a stop. We just need to fine-tune squaring up that sit, but she’s catching on quickly!

Recall: This is one area where Bella has made tremendous progress since arriving. She’s come a long way, and we’re continuing to build on that foundation by gradually introducing more distractions.

Focus & Engagement: One of the things I’m most pleased with is Bella’s ability to sit quietly beside me, watch everything happening around the yard, and remain composed. When I say her name, she’s learning to turn her attention right back to me, even with distractions around her. That’s a huge step in the right direction!

So, what’s next for Bella?

Over the next few weeks, we’re going to continue putting a lot of emphasis on her recall, as this is one of the main reasons Bella is here for training. We’ll continue increasing distractions and building reliability so that she learns to respond regardless of what’s happening around her.

We’ll also keep polishing up her loose leash walking, and in the next few days, we’ll begin transitioning into off leash obedience!

We’ll gradually start removing the leash and working toward reliable off-leash heeling, sits, downs, stays, and recalls.

Bella has already accomplished so much in just over three weeks, and I’m excited to see how much further she progresses throughout the remainder of her program!

Keep up the great work, Bella! You’re making us proud!

WANT TO SEE RESULTS LIKE BELLA’S WITH YOUR OWN DOG?

Oak Lane Kennels has a few spots remaining in our Board & Train Obedience Program, with openings starting in January and running through mid-April 2027!

Our Board & Train program is designed to give dogs a solid foundation in obedience while building confidence, focus, and reliability in everyday situations.

Whether you’re struggling with a dog that pulls on the leash, doesn’t come when called, has trouble listening around distractions, or simply needs a stronger obedience foundation, our program can help!

Our 2-month Board & Train Obedience Program focuses on:

-Sit, Down & Stay
-Reliable Recall
-Loose Leash Walking & Heeling
-Off-Leash Obedience
-Place Training
-Doorway Manners & Impulse Control
Focus Around Distractions
-Confidence Building & Socialization
Behaviour Modification & Addressing Unwanted Behaviours

Does your dog have some bad habits you’d love to change?

Along with obedience training, we also offer behaviour modification to help address unwanted behaviours such as excessive jumping, poor manners, overexcitement, lack of impulse control, and other behavioural challenges.

We understand that every dog is different, which is why we tailor our training to the individual dog’s personality, needs, and the goals of its owner.

Our goal isn’t just to teach your dog commands. It’s to develop a dog that understands what’s being asked, enjoys working with its handler, and can apply those skills in real-life situations.

We also believe that training doesn’t end when your dog goes home. Helping owners understand how to maintain and build on their dog’s training is an important part of our program!

Limited openings available January through mid-April 2027!

If you’ve been thinking about investing in your dog’s obedience training or need help addressing some unwanted behaviours, now is a great time to reserve a spot!

Send us a message at Oak Lane Kennels to learn more about our program, pricing, and availability.

A well-trained dog is a pleasure to live with, and a solid foundation in obedience is an investment that lasts a lifetime!

10/07/2026

Ghillie One Month Board & Train Update!

Mr. Ghillie is officially one month into his two-month Board & Train Obedience Program with us, and this sweet little guy continues to impress us!

For being just about seven months old, Ghillie is doing absolutely amazing. He is such a sweet, willing young dog and has been a pleasure to work with.

So far, Ghillie has developed a very good understanding of PLACE, and his SIT and DOWN are nearly perfect. His long sit stays and down stays are coming along beautifully as well. He is consistently holding them for well over two minutes, and we’re quickly closing in on the three-minute mark! His recall continues to improve every day.

One area where Ghillie has really excelled is his leash work. His loose leash walking and ability to walk nicely at HEEL are exactly what most people strive for when walking their dog. He is calm, attentive and understands exactly where he needs to be.

Over the next month, we’ll continue building on everything Ghillie has learned while finishing up his e-collar conditioning, as requested by his owners. From there, we’ll begin transitioning his obedience to off leash work.

Our goal is for Gilly to confidently perform everything he has learned without relying on a leash — walking at heel, going to place, holding his sit and down stays, and most importantly, developing an extremely reliable off-leash recall.

We’ll also begin increasing the level of distraction around him. That means working around other dogs, people, animals, vehicles coming and going, and all the everyday activity that can challenge a young dog’s focus.

The first month has been all about building the foundation. Now we get to take that foundation and really put it to work!

We are incredibly happy with where Gilly is at halfway through his program and can’t wait to see how much more this sweet boy accomplishes over the next month.

10/07/2026

Meet Bella!

Bella has officially joined us here at Oak Lane for our two month Board & Train Obedience Program!

She arrived this past Thursday, October 1st, and will be spending the next two months with us before heading home at the beginning of December.

Bella is a sweet Border Collie cross who has come to work on her overall manners and obedience, with some of our main focuses being loose leash walking, heeling, and recall.

So far, Bella has been an absolute sweetheart and is settling into life here with us wonderfully. We’re excited to see how much progress she makes over the next couple of months!

We can’t wait to watch her confidence and skills grow and eventually send her home to her owners at the beginning of December with a whole new set of skills under her belt.

Welcome to Oak Lane, Bella!

10/06/2026

Fall is definitely upon us here at Oak Lane!

With the evenings getting cooler and that unmistakable fall chill starting to settle in, we’ve spent the past few days around the kennel getting things ready for…..dare I say it ??? winter!

There are always those last-minute jobs to finish up before the snow flies, and one of the big ones on our list is making sure we have plenty of winter bedding stocked up for our crew.

We use oat straw for bedding in our kennels, so the girls (Dakota, Lindsay, Paisley, Frankie , and I) have been busy picking up bales straight out of the field, hauling them home and stacking them away in our bale shed. Keeping it stored clean and dry means we’ll have lots on hand to keep the doghouses filled with warm, cozy bedding throughout those cold Saskatchewan winter months.

Of course, kennel life doesn’t stop while the winter prep is happening! In between hauling and stacking bales, we’ve still been busy working with the few board-and-train obedience dogs we currently have on site.

And unfortunately, as much as we’d probably rather be out taking advantage of bird season, this is one of those jobs that trumps being able to go hunting! Especially when the weather is nice and dry. There will be time for birds later!! getting everyone ready and comfortable for winter has to come first.

Training dogs, hauling bales, finishing projects and getting everything tucked away before Mother Nature decides winter is officially here.

Just another few busy fall days at Oak Lane Kennels!

10/05/2026

With the last couple of weeks being absolutely beautiful, and farmers finally getting the crops off, the geese and ducks have been pouring into Saskatchewan in masses and hunting season is in full swing!

For us, one of the best parts of this time of year is getting to see all that summer training finally come together.

Over the past few weeks, many of the dogs that spent their summer with us in our Board & Train Gundog Program have finally had the chance to hit the field with their owners and put everything they learned to work. After months of obedience, retrieving drills, land and water work, steadiness, handling, and learning the ropes of becoming a great gun dog, they’re finally getting to pick up those first warm birds.

And the pictures have been rolling in!

There is something pretty special about seeing a young dog go from learning the basics here at Oak Lane to sitting in a blind or working a field beside their owner and doing exactly what they spent the summer preparing for.

We couldn’t be happier with the reports we’re getting back or more proud of these dogs and the work they put in this summer.

This is what all those long summer training days are for. Now it’s their time to hunt!

Keep those hunting pictures coming — we absolutely love seeing our Oak Lane trained dogs out there doing what they were trained to do!

Thinking about having your pup trained for the 2027 waterfowl season?

If you’re wanting your dog trained with us here at Oak Lane, we encourage you to reach out sooner rather than later. We only take a limited number of gundogs into our Board & Train program each year so that we can give every dog the time and individual attention they deserve.

Our 2027 training season is already filling up, and we’re down to our last few available spots.

If you’d like your pup spending next fall in the blind with you, picking up birds and putting all that training to work, now is the time to get them on our 2027 training list

09/23/2026

Mr. Gilly is certainly making the most of his time with us!

Gilly has been here for just over two weeks now as part of our two-month Board & Train Obedience Program, and he is doing fantastic!

He is completely settled into the routine and absolutely loves coming out to work with us every day. Gilly already has a great grasp on SIT, DOWN and PLACE, and he is really starting to put everything together.

Our loose-leash HEEL is coming along very nicely, and his recall and returning into heel position are getting stronger every day. He’s becoming much more focused and responsive to his handler, and you can really see his confidence growing as he figures out exactly what we’re asking of him.

At just over two weeks into an eight-week program, we still have lots of time ahead of us. As Gilly’s foundation becomes more solid, we’ll continue increasing distractions, duration and distance and begin asking him to perform these same skills in more challenging situations.

The goal isn’t simply to teach a dog a list of commands. It’s to build reliable obedience that carries over into everyday life walking nicely on leash, coming when called, settling on place, waiting patiently, listening around distractions and ultimately becoming a dog that is enjoyable to take anywhere.

Mr. Gilly is off to a great start, and we’re excited to see just how far this handsome young guy comes over the next six weeks! Peter MacInnis