We take pride in advancing your dog from the early puppy stages into the hunting companion of a lifetime. We not only take pride in developing your dog into the retriever you desire, but we also teach you how to apply the concepts he has learned. Therefore, you can get the most from your new hunting partner. We like to emphasize a one on one relationship with you and your dog which will last beyon
d his stay with us. We are conveniently located on 120 acres of rolling pasture land south of Demopolis, AL. We have one of the finest facilities, which was designed specifically for the comfort of your dog. In addition to our grounds we have access to thousands of nearby acres which makes our training set ups unlimited. BOARDING:
Reservations are held in the order in which they are received. Please call early to inquire about our boarding business. 334-654-4750
Pick Up / Delivery: call for details
Boarding: $25/day
FACILITIES:
We are very proud of our new kennels which were completed in Aug 2019. We have fourteen indoor/outdoor runs for your dog's comfort. And 26 indoor kennels that are heated and cooled. Each kennel is 4' X 5' inside and 4' X 6' outside. On cold winter nights, we turn the heat on for the dogs. During the HOT summer months, we run the air conditioner to make sure the dogs stay calm and comfortable during their stay away from home. Kennels are washed down twice a day. While washing down the kennels, the dogs are given a chance to air and play with other dogs in our 5000 square foot play yard twice a day. TRAINING SERVICES:
Our training program is based on one of the greatest training methods available in addition to over 45 years of combined training experience. We take these proven methods and apply them in our training program. Remember, all dogs are different and learn at a different pace. At the end of the day, they are still just dogs. The time lines listed below are averages based off of our experience over the years. PUPPY HEAD START PROGRAM: Is a great way to introduce your new puppy (2-5 months old) to the life of the hunting retriever. We only take a limited number of puppies at a time in this program due to the time in takes to properly socialize the pup. Whether we do it or you do it, socializing your new pup needs to be done and done right. Once completed, your dog will be ready to start formal obedience at five months of age. Cost $600/month
PRE SEASON TUNE UPS: Is a 1-2 month program designed to get your retriever back into shape and familiar with all the known commands before opening day. These slots fill up fast, so call early. Cost $700/month
ALL BREED OBEDIENCE PROGRAM: Is a 6 week program teaching your pup how to be the good all around citizen you hoped for. Our obedience training program is split into two stages.
1) On Lead Training: is a 3 week obedience training program allowing your dog to learn the desired commands under control while on lead. These commands include come (whistle & voice), sit (whistle & voice), down, heel, kennel & NO. Cost $750
2) Off Lead Training: is a 3 week program that enforces the known commands above with the aid of an electronic collar. Participants can only enter this training program once they have successfully completed our On Lead Training Program. You will likely want to purchase an electronic collar after your dog finishes. Not only will we sell one to you, we will show you how to correctly use it. Cost $750
Total OB (6 weeks) $1500
BASIC RETRIEVER TRAINING PROGRAM: Is a 3-4 month program teaching your pup the basics of retriever training. The program includes all obedience training mentioned above as well as force fetching (forcing hold command & fetch command). The basics of hand signals will also be laid during this time. Your dog will be introduced to guns, decoys, calls, boats, blinds and 4-wheelers during this stage of training. You can expect your dog to be obedient and able to perform simple doubles on both land and water. At the end of this program, your dog should be able to compete at the Started Level in UKC or the Junior Hunter Level in AKC hunt test. Cost $700/month
TRANSITION RETRIEVER TRAINING PROGRAM: Is a 3 month program advancing your retriever's skills. A lot of different drills will be used during this time to teach your dog the skills of running blind retrieves on both land and water. Your dog will be introduced to difficult marking scenarios during this time frame. You can expect your dog to quietly honor other dogs as they perform their retrieves. At the end of this program, your dog should be able to compete at the Seasoned Level in UKC or the Seasoned Hunter Level in AKC hunt test. Cost $700/month
FINISHED RETRIEVER TRAINING PROGRAM: A 3-4 month program that further advances your retriever's skills. At the end of this program, your dog will have the skills needed to be the retrieving machine you have always desired. You can expect the dog to do complex blind retrieves as well as multiple marks at extreme distances. At the end of this program, your dog should be able to compete at the Finished Level in UKC or the Master Hunter Level in AKC hunt test. Cost $700/month
We also offer hunt test handling for our clients. If you would like to see your dog perform competively against some of the best dogs out there, talk to us about our upcoming test schedule. In our opinion, this is a must if you ever intend on breeding your dog. It creates a paper trail for perspective buyers to compare to other breedings around. If two equal breedings are out there and one has titles on the parents and the other breeding does not, which one sells their pups the fastest? FAQ
Can I come see Fido while he is in training? Unexpected drop ins are not welcome due to the strict schedule we must keep. We encourage you to come see your dog work, especially towards the end of your dogs stay. We will take all the time needed to make sure you are comfortable working with your dog before we send them home with you. Remember, if you get home and can not remember what to do and when to do it, call us. Our promise to you is that we will always answer your questions regarding your dogs training with us. We will do this for the life of your friend. How far in advance do we need to schedule a visit? A simple phone call might solve the question. Some days we have more time available than others. Appointments will need to be mutually agreed upon. Please have respect for our families and do not call on Sundays or after 9:00 p.m. Is there a waiting list for your training programs? Most of the time, yes. We can hold your spot with a small non-refundable deposit and apply it to the first month of training. What is the best age to start them in training? In our opinion, 5 months of age is the optimum time to start formal obedience. How old is to old? We never say never. However, It generally takes longer with the older dogs. What do I need to provide during my dogs stay? Heart worm & Flea / Tick Preventative. Everything else is included in our price. If you would like, we can buy and administer all necessary medicines. My dog already knows how to ____________, can he skip some of the steps and start your finished training program? The training programs listed are generally followed in sequence. If you think your dog is ahead of the game and could skip one of the programs mentioned, all prior required tasks must be demonstrated to us and mutually agreed upon. Think of it this way, you can never fill up a glass of water if there are holes in the glass. The same goes for retriever training. You can't expect them to do hand signals if they will not sit and look at you. this is only one scenario, I can think of many more.
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