Cerda-Fied Gundogs and Sunrise Kennel, LLC.

Each dog undergoes a 7–10 day evaluation to assess natural instincts before training begins. Training is individualized and includes field work with live and frozen birds, voice and whistle commands, and obedience skills like heel, sit, stay, come, down, and place. Owners receive step-by-step instruction during scheduled visits. Training occurs Monday–Friday, with owner demonstrations every other Saturday or by appointment. Dogs are worked in small groups with personalized attention.

Pricing Summary

Training costs $175 per week for both upland and waterfowl dogs, with $25 per day for partial weeks. Additional $3 per day for “Hard to Keep” dogs or those needing daily medication. Boarding is included in training fees. Pre-training evaluations cost $20 cash per session. Bird costs are charged separately at market price. Two weeks’ advance payment required at check-in, with monthly payments due every 30 days.

Policies

Reservation forms must be requested via email and printed, filled out, and brought in person at drop-off. No completed forms accepted via email. All out-of-state dogs require a Certificate of Veterinary Small Animal Inspection and current vaccinations. Weekend visits must be scheduled in advance; weekday visits require one day’s notice. No same-day visits allowed. Dogs must be paid in full before shipping. Unscheduled visits disrupt training schedules. Monthly medications must be labeled and provided by owner.

Cerda-Fied Gundogs and Sunrise Kennel, LLC is a professional dog training facility specializing in waterfowl and upland bird dog training, as well as obedience training for family dogs. With over 40 years of experience, owner Jon Cerda uses patience, repetition, and positive association to train dogs without harsh methods, focusing on building a strong bond between dog and handler. They offer board-and-train programs with on-site facilities including indoor/outdoor heated and cooled runs, and provide hands-on training sessions where owners work directly with their dogs in the field. The facility also offers full-service dog boarding, pick-up and delivery to Kansas City International Airport, and pre-training evaluations for puppies. They emphasize individualized training based on each dog’s temperament and natural abilities, and specialize in rehabilitating dogs that have been unsuccessful with other trainers.

Clients are encouraged to visit every 2–3 weeks during training to reinforce learning, and weekend visits require advance scheduling. The facility operates on a state-of-the-art 200-acre farm and provides training for all breeds, from high-energy gun dogs to well-mannered family pets. Bird costs are charged at cost price, with pigeons used free of charge for 90% of field training.

They also offer obedience training, AKC hunt test preparation, and behavioral consultations, with pricing structured at $175 per week for both upland and waterfowl dog training, plus additional fees for dogs requiring special care or medication.

Accomplishments

Over 40 years of professional gun dog training experience; high success rate with dogs previously “washed out” by other trainers; trained hundreds of dogs using patient, positive methods; operates a state-of-the-art 200-acre training facility.

How to Get Started!

Interested clients must email to request reservation forms, providing their name, dog’s name, and desired dates. After receiving forms, they print, complete, and bring them to drop-off. A 7–10 day pre-training evaluation is recommended for puppies or new dogs to assess natural instincts before beginning formal training.