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We breed and train family dogs that hunt. Our dogs have the temperment to become great family dogs, amazing hunters or taken in any direction you choose. Farm

We enjoy working with dogs and families to help them reach their goals and potential.

10/30/2026

As the season winds down... we're already dreaming about spring. 🐾💛

One of our little yellow puppies nestled between our grandbaby's feet — this is everything. New beginnings. New love.

We are so grateful for every family that has trusted us with one of our puppies this year. Watching these dogs grow into exactly who they were meant to be — hunting partners, family companions, best friends — there is no greater joy.

Spring litters are in the works and the waitlist is OPEN. Is your family next?

$200 deposit holds your spot. 🐾

10/28/2026

Offseason doesn't mean off the clock. 🐾

Look at this face. Those big golden eyes, that soft warm fur in the afternoon light — this is a puppy who has NO idea yet that their whole life is going to be an adventure.

But conditioning starts HERE. Young. Early. With the basics.

The dogs that show up sharp every season are the ones whose owners never really stop. A short daily walk. A quick obedience session. A few minutes of focus work. Year-round care keeps that edge sharper than any weekend training blitz ever will.

What are YOU doing to keep your dog ready year-round? We'd love to know! 👇

10/26/2026

HAPPY HALLOWEEN from the Hillcrest Farm Kennel crew! 🎃🐾

These two boarding guests are absolutely LIVING their best lives while their family is out trick-or-treating tonight. Pretty sure they got the better deal, honestly. 😂

Did you know we board ALL breeds and ALL sizes — from Great Danes to the tiniest little ones? Our boarding starts at $35/day and we treat every single dog like family.

Planning a Halloween night out? Holiday weekend coming up? We've got room! DM us or check our website for availability.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! 🎃

10/23/2026

"Family dog that hunts" isn't just a tagline. THIS is what it means. 💛🐾

While hunting season calls, some jobs are just too important to leave the whelping box. This mom is giving her all—and loving every minute.

Motherhood looks good on our girls. 🐾

Want to see more behind-the-scenes moments? Drop a ❤️ if you’d like more puppy updates!

Family dogs that HUNT. ❤️🐾

10/21/2026

Mid-season sharpness isn't magic. It starts here. 💛

This little yellow girl — she's got no idea yet what she's going to become. But the work starts NOW.

The habits you build as a puppy carry ALL the way through the season. Patience. Self-control. Attention. Trust. These aren't skills you develop in October — they're skills you build from the very beginning.

Want to keep your dog sharp mid-season? It takes only a few minutes of daily drills — recall, steadiness, focus work. Keep that edge. Don't let the season train bad habits into them.

Consistent. Every day. That's the Hillcrest way. 🐾

10/19/2026

The in-between moments. 🌾

After the retrieve. Before the next send.Sitting steady in the reeds with two ducks on the platform beside her, fall Minnesota surrounding everything.

These quiet moments in the field are some of my favorites. The work is done. The dog is content. The world is absolutely gorgeous.

This is fall at Hillcrest Farm — and we are SO grateful to live this life. 🐾

10/14/2026

Hard-working dogs need REST too. 💤🐾

After a big day in the field — all the running, retrieving, swimming, hunting — recovery is PART of the program. Just like any athlete, your dog needs time to rest and rebuild.

These two cuddled up together on their bed after a long day out... I mean, how cute is this? Yellow and black, completely wiped out and completely content.

Some things to think about during season:

🐾 Check paws for cuts, burrs, and soreness
💧 Keep water available at all times
🛏 Give them a cozy, warm place to rest
🐶 Watch for limping or unusual soreness after hard days

Your hunting dog works HARD for you. Take care of them. They're family. ❤️

10/12/2026

THE OPENER DID NOT DISAPPOINT. 🌾

Four dogs. One incredible day. And a workbench that tells the WHOLE story.

Y'all. LOOK at that. We couldn't be more proud of these dogs and the work they put in. Every single one of them showed up and showed OUT for opener weekend.

This is what happens when you train all year long. When you build the foundation. When you trust the process.

Pheasant opener 2026 — CRUSHED IT. 🐾

How did YOUR opener weekend go?! We want to hear ALL about it! 👇

10/10/2026

IT'S PHEASANT OPENER AND I AM LOSING MY MIND 🌾🎉

The most exciting morning of the year in Minnesota — PHEASANT OPENER — is HERE.

Look at this photo. We don't discriminate- bird dogs don't HAVE to be Labs. Great hunting days bring out the whole crew. Several beautiful pheasants on the ground, open sky, golden morning light. THAT is an opener.

The dogs are ready. The fields are loaded. Let's GO.

To everyone out in the fields today — safe hunting, good dogs, and full vests! 🐾

Are you hunting today?! Share your opener stories below! 🌾

10/09/2026

DUCK SEASON RECAP 🦆💦

Wet dog. Bird in mouth. Pure, unfiltered joy.

This is what all the training leads to. Every steadiness drill, every water retrieve, every early morning session — it all comes together in THIS moment.

This soaking wet girl at the water's edge holding that duck... I could look at this photo all day. 😍

Our dogs are made for this. Bred for it. Trained for it. And they LOVE it.

How has duck season been for you? Drop your best moment in the comments! 🐾

Address

4101 157th Avenue NE
New London, MN
56273

Telephone

+13208945169

Website

https://www.hillcrestfarmlabs.com/

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