Gem State Kennels

The primary program is a six-week board-and-train intensive program where dogs live with Seth at his home kennel. Training begins with a week of socialization and stress reduction, followed by progressive obedience and behavior conditioning using pressure and reward techniques. Weekly in-person sessions with the owner are included to teach handling skills. Electronic collars are introduced only when necessary and after careful evaluation. Training goals include off-leash recall, reliable behavior around distractions, and family-wide consistency.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to contact Seth directly to discuss training goals and receive a customized quote. Discounts are offered for extended boarding stays or multiple dogs.

Policies

Boarding clients receive a free tune-up session upon return. Spots for last-minute boarding are available but fill quickly. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated, but clients are encouraged to contact Seth directly for scheduling.

Gem State Kennels is a dog training business founded by Seth Simpson in 2015, specializing in advanced obedience, bird dog training, and decoy dog services. Seth trains dogs in a board-and-train format, where dogs live with him at his home kennel in Parma, ID, for six-week intensive programs. He emphasizes building trust and confidence in dogs through gradual, individualized training using pressure and reward methods, and transitions dogs to electronic collars only when appropriate and after careful assessment. Seth trains all breeds and ages, starting at 6 months, and involves the entire family in weekly sessions to ensure long-term success. He also offers overnight boarding with free tune-ups for past clients and provides training for hunting dogs year-round through real-world exposure like waterfowl hunting, skeet shooting, and pig hunting. His approach blends professional training with personal passion, as his own dogs are part of his daily life.

Seth’s training focuses on creating safe, reliable, off-leash companions for families, enabling dogs to enjoy parks, hikes, and public spaces. He prioritizes owner education so families can maintain training at home, and he adapts his methods to each dog’s temperament. His facility includes a heated and cooled shop with a fenced play area, and he offers limited in-home training but recommends the board-and-train program for best results.

Accomplishments

Seth Simpson has been training animals since childhood and founded Gem State Kennels in 2015. He expanded to a dedicated kennel property in 2024. He has been featured in local media including the Idaho Statesman, Recoil Web, and Idaho Wild for his expertise in hunting dog training and advanced obedience.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should contact Seth via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs and training goals. A consultation is initiated through direct communication to determine the best program, with emphasis on the six-week board-and-train option for optimal results.