DUNFUR'S TRAINING

Dan encourages owner involvement in the training process whenever possible. This helps the owner recognize and evaluate his or her dog's behavior. Working one-on-one with Dan also ensures that the owner and dog are able to reach their maximum potential and develop a working companionship together.

Dan travels to Arizona in January for 4-5 weeks to work dogs on wild quail. This is an excellent opportunity for your dog to be worked on large coveys of quail away from the harsh weather conditions that hamper training in much of the country during winter.

Before training begins, dogs need a check-up by the owner's veterinarian. A health certificate is necessary to indicate that each dog is current on Rabies, Parvo-Distemper, Brucellosis and Kennel Cough vaccines. A worm check also is needed.
 

 Typical Puppy Program

1.     12-16 weeks old
         -Introduction to birds, guns, water, pointing and retrieving (one week)

2.     6-8 month old
        -Start obedience, continue handling, patience around birds and shooting birds (2-4 weeks)

3.     12-14 months old
        -Steady to wing, lots of obedience work, continue handling and retrieving work (2 month min) 

**The above time frame depends on natural ability and maturity of the dog.  This time frame may vary, not all dogs mature and develop at the same age.  Yearly tune-ups also are offered.

Fees:  Contact Dunfur Kennel for specifics on rates.