Granite Ledge Kennels

Training programs include two tiers: a 2-week introductory program covering basics like gun fire, bird introduction, and retrieves, and a 16-week intensive program adding obedience, e-collar conditioning, quartering, steadiness to shot, and specialized field skills. Obedience training is an 8-week program covering sit, come, heel, down, kennel, and correction training for jumping, barking, and running. Puppy training is available for young dogs. All programs are customized to the dog’s pace and include owner instruction upon completion.

Pricing Summary

Prices include boarding for all training programs. Specific pricing is not listed publicly; clients are directed to contact the kennel for program rates. A deposit is required to reserve a spot in training or to purchase a puppy.

Policies

All dogs must have up-to-date vaccinations, including Bordetella. Owners must provide complete shot records. A deposit is required to reserve training or puppy placement. Training programs include boarding, and no refunds are mentioned; clients are encouraged to contact directly for policy details.

Granite Ledge Kennels is a professional gun dog training facility located in Milaca, Minnesota, specializing in training flushing, pointing, and retriever breeds for hunting and field work. They offer comprehensive training programs ranging from basic obedience to advanced hunting skills, including retriever training, upland bird training, versatile dog training, shed dog training, and puppy training. Their 180-acre training grounds feature ponds, native grasses, and shelter belts, providing an ideal environment for realistic field conditioning. All training includes boarding, and owners receive personalized instruction upon pickup to ensure continuity at home. The trainer, Chris Wilson, has decades of experience breeding and training Pudelpointers and Labradors, with a focus on producing dogs that are both high-performing in the field and well-behaved at home.

In addition to training, Granite Ledge Kennels breeds and sells hunting dog puppies, primarily Pudelpointers and Labrador Retrievers, and offers stud services. They also provide facility-based boarding and training for dogs of all ages, with heated and cooled indoor runs and fenced outdoor exercise areas. Their services are tailored to hunters seeking reliable, obedient, and driven hunting companions.

The business emphasizes individual attention, positive learning environments, and e-collar conditioning as part of advanced training, while also offering basic obedience for all breeds. They require up-to-date vaccinations, including Bordetella, and provide full shot records upon request.

Accomplishments

Chris Wilson has trained and qualified numerous dogs to Master Hunter titles. He specializes in breeding and training Pudelpointers and Labrador Retrievers with proven field performance and temperament. The kennel has been operating since at least 2006 and is recognized by clients as a top-tier facility in the Midwest for hunting dog training.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients should contact Granite Ledge Kennels directly to discuss training needs, availability, and puppy litters. A consultation is required to determine the appropriate program, and a deposit is needed to secure a spot in training or to reserve a puppy.