Gunnison Kennels

Gunnison Kennels provides a range of training programs and services. Single Session Lessons, including Basic and Advanced Obedience, are conducted in fully fenced yards or other private locations to ensure a controlled training environment, avoiding public areas with uncontrollable distractions.

Their intensive Boot Camps are designed for dogs needing a “reset” or a solid foundation of skills. The Puppy Boot Camp (for dogs 12 weeks to 2 years) is a 15-day program covering potty training, crate training, basic commands (sit, down, stay, recall, bed), leash manners, drive evaluation, beginner socialization, livestock exposure, and car ride manners. The Basic Boot Camp is a 20-day program focused on unlearning negative behaviors and establishing foundation obedience skills, leash manners, recall, car manners, public socialization, addressing unwanted protection behaviors, fear responses, dog socialization, and house manners. The Advanced Boot Camp is a 30-day program for high-intensity needs, including fear-based aggression, dog or handler aggression, and bite work/guard training, with limited slots and individualized plans. Owners are encouraged to participate in weekly sessions during boot camps or receive regular photo and video updates.

Daycare options include standard group play and solo daycares for reactive or geriatric clients, offering indoor and outdoor play, feeding, and flexible pick-up/drop-off times. Boarding services provide spacious 5×6′ runs, up to three daily feedings, and free roam with socialized dogs, with a specialized Reactive Dog Boarding option for dogs needing extra care and isolation from other dogs.

Pricing Summary

Gunnison Kennels offers various pricing structures for its services. Basic Dog Boarding is $50.00 per dog, with each additional dog costing $40.00. Reactive Dog Boarding is priced at $65.00 per dog.

Boot Camps have set costs: Puppy Boot Camp is $1,500 for 15 days, Basic Boot Camp is $2,000 for 20 days, and Advanced Boot Camp is $2,250 for 30 days. Dog pairs are accepted at a discounted rate for Puppy and Basic Boot Camps. Daycare starts at $40.00 for the first dog and $30.00 for each additional dog for up to 12 hours. Geriatric Daycare is $50.00, and Reactive Daycare is $60.00. Single Session Lessons are $40.00 for Basic Obedience and $50.00 for Advanced Obedience.

Policies

Gunnison Kennels requests a twenty-four hour notice for any drop-ins for their Boot Camps. Refunds are provided for daycare treadmill runs if weather conditions prevent a walk replacement.

Gunnison Kennels is a dog training business owned and operated by James E. Johnson, a former US Army Canine Handler and K9 Military Police Officer with 8 years of service. The kennel aims to foster a fun partnership between owners and their dogs, emphasizing positive reinforcement and safe environments for success. They also provide training for owners to continue routines at home.

The business offers a variety of services including Daycare, Boarding, and various Boot Camps, as well as Single Session Lessons. They specialize in handling dogs with diverse needs, including reactive and geriatric clients, providing tailored care and training environments.

Gunnison Kennels prides itself on its owner’s military background in canine handling and his passion for showing pet owners that any dog can learn incredible things. They offer a spacious property with indoor and outdoor play areas, including ramps and a wading pool, and ensure personalized attention for all dogs.

Accomplishments

The owner and trainer, James E. Johnson, served 8 years in the US Army as a K9 Military Police Officer and Canine Handler. He has extensive experience working with dogs throughout his life, which provides him with a strong background in their care and training.

How to Get Started!

To get started with Gunnison Kennels, prospective clients can reach out via email at James.JohnsonK9@gmail.com or by phone at (970) 433-0089 for more information. For boarding services, a Meet-and-Greet before the stay is highly encouraged. Clients can also book services directly through their online booking system.