Duncan Creek Kennel LLC

Obedience training is offered through several options: a Two Week Training program where the dog stays at the kennel for daily training, followed by owner reinforcement at pickup; One on One sessions conducted at the kennel with the owner and dog for a minimum of five one-hour appointments; Group Classes (availability and cost upon inquiry); and In Home appointments where training occurs at the client’s residence.

Hunting dog training programs are structured in three phases: Development (3 weeks) focuses on mental and physical stillness, basic obedience, and introductions to birds, gun, and field. Intermediate (6-8 weeks) promotes prey drive, correct bird handling, and collar conditioning. Finished Dog (6-8 weeks), completed after the first hunting season, aims to create a hunting partnership with a dog that efficiently seeks game and is steady to wing and shot. Additional hunting services like Trained Retrieve, One on One sessions at the kennel/field/woods, and Guided Hunts are available upon inquiry for cost and availability.

Pricing Summary

Dog boarding costs $30 per day per dog, with a two-day minimum and weekend boarding requiring Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hunting dog training programs (Development, Intermediate, Finished Dog) are priced at $300 per week, with program lengths ranging from 3 to 8 weeks.

Obedience training options include a Two Week Training program at $300 per week, One on One sessions at $350 for a minimum of 5 one-hour sessions, and In Home sessions at $70 per hour (including drive time). Group class costs require a call for availability and pricing.

A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required for reservations, with the balance due at pickup. Payments are accepted via local checks or cash; credit cards are not accepted, but PayPal can be used for deposits.

Policies

Boarding rates are $30 per dog per calendar day, with a two-day minimum stay. Weekend boarding must include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Reservations are confirmed only upon receipt of all required information, including drop-off/pickup dates and times, a 50% nonrefundable deposit, a vaccination record (including Bordetella), and food in a labeled container. All reserved days will be charged, and late pickups may incur an extra day’s charge. Payments for the balance are accepted via local checks or cash, with no credit cards accepted, though PayPal can be used for deposits.

Duncan Creek Kennel, LLC, established in the fall of 2015 by an owner with 20 years of experience in dog training, field trialing, and bird hunting, offers comprehensive dog services. They provide obedience training and hunting dog training, catering to dogs from puppy development through finished bird dog stages.

Their training philosophy emphasizes using the dog’s natural pack behavior to build trust and a strong partnership between the dog and handler. In addition to training, Duncan Creek Kennel offers dog boarding in a heated facility featuring climate-controlled kennels with indoor/outdoor runs and a fenced field for exercise and socialization.

Other services include grooming, bathing, and nail trims. They utilize a step-by-step process and various training options to help owners achieve their specific training goals.

Accomplishments

The owner of Duncan Creek Kennel, LLC, has 20 years of experience in dog training, field trialing, and bird hunting as a hobby before transitioning this passion into a professional career. The business was opened in the fall of 2015.

How to Get Started!

To begin dog boarding services, clients must provide specific drop-off and pickup dates and times, a 50% nonrefundable deposit, vaccination records (including Bordetella), and food in a labeled container. For training programs, clients can set appointments for one-on-one or in-home sessions, or call to inquire about availability and cost for group classes.