Cour’s Retrievers

Cour’s Retrievers offers a range of training programs, starting with foundational skills and progressing to advanced hunting and competition training. The “Foundation” programs include Puppy Imprinting, a 2-week program for puppies 12-16 weeks old, focusing on positive introduction to commands, respectful behavior, and informal basic obedience. Basic Obedience is a 6-8 week program for all ages and breeds, teaching 5 basic commands (Sit, Down, Here, Heel, Place), leash manners, and addressing disrespectful behaviors.

Their “Retriever Training” programs are designed for hunting and competition. The Gundog program, a 4-5 month program, develops basic hunting retriever commands, expanding obedience into field work, teaching steadiness to shot, retrieving to hand, and simulated hunting scenarios. Graduates are eligible for AKC Junior/UKC Started Hunt Tests. The Advanced GunDog program, a 6-month program, builds on this by teaching blind retrieves using whistle and hand signals, and handling multiple retrieves in high-action scenarios, making dogs eligible for AKC Senior/UKC Seasoned Hunt Tests. The Performance Retriever program aims to train retrievers for the highest levels of competition in any retriever venue, including AKC Field Trials, Super Retriever Series, and AKC Master Hunter/Master National Hunt Tests.

Additionally, they offer Board & Train programs for training refreshers and outdoor activities while owners are away, with nightly, weekly, and monthly rates. These include Basic Obedience Tune Up and Gundog Tune Up for dogs that have completed their respective programs. Visits are by appointment only.

Pricing Summary

Board & Train rates are available: Nightly (1-7 days) $45/night, Weekly (1-3 weeks) $300/week, and Monthly $975/month.

Cour’s Retrievers is a dog training business specializing in retriever training for hunting and competition, as well as foundational obedience for family companions. They pride themselves on providing high-quality care in a clean and comfortable environment, offering versatile training programs tailored to individual goals.

The business is run by Luke and Taylor Cour, who both have a passion for training dogs for both field work and as family pets. Luke focuses on the Gundog, Advanced Gundog, and Performance Retriever divisions, participating in AKC Field Trials, Hunt Tests, and the Super Retriever Series. Taylor is the foundation of Cour’s Retrievers, focusing on Puppy Imprinting, Basic Obedience, and Gundog programs.

They aim to help dogs become well-behaved companions with positive attitudes, whether for household living or high-level hunting and competition. They also offer Board & Train services for training refreshers and outdoor activities while owners are away, and have a Pro Shop.

Accomplishments

Luke Cour has extensive experience training upland game pointers and waterfowl retrievers. His first yellow lab, Colt, achieved significant titles including Super Retriever Series Champion, Hunting Retriever Champion, Master Hunter, and Master National Hall of Fame. Luke actively participates in AKC Field Trials, Hunt Tests, and the Super Retriever Series.

Taylor Cour’s first black lab, Buster, became an AKC Junior Hunter and a hunting family companion. Both trainers have a lifelong passion for working with animals and training dogs for both field work and as family companions.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are directed to click “Enroll,” which leads to a contact form. The form requests Name, Email, Phone Number, Dog’s Name, and desired Training Program (Obedience, Gundog, Performance Retriever, etc.). Visits are by appointment only.