Horses & Hunting Dogs

Training is conducted at Carol’s facility on a consistent schedule to ensure retention. Programs are tailored to individual dogs, addressing issues from basic obedience to advanced hunting skills. Dogs are trained daily in real hunting environments. For puppies and started dogs, early socialization and field exposure begin as young as 6–11 weeks. Board and train programs are offered for owners without time to train at home.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to call for personalized options based on needs and budget. Refunds are offered only for clinically diagnosed genetic defects within 14–30 days, with no refunds for shipping, transport, or vet costs. Deposits are non-refundable.

Policies

Horses & Hunting Dogs reserves the right to refuse puppy sales without explanation. Refunds are only provided for genetic defects confirmed by a licensed vet within 14–30 days, depending on the service. Returns are accepted within 14 days without clinical proof if the dog is healthy and unaltered, but no refunds for shipping or vet costs. Deposits are non-refundable. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated for training services.

Horses & Hunting Dogs is a dog training business run by Carol Gaver, specializing in training gun dogs, particularly English Setters and Labs, for upland hunting. Carol offers professional training at her facility for dogs with issues like poor recall, lack of obedience, or hunting distractions, ensuring consistent, hands-on training to build reliable hunting partners. She trains all breeds and addresses problems ranging from basic obedience to advanced field performance, with a focus on retention and real-world results. Carol also sells trained puppies and started dogs, providing documented proof of early hunting ability, such as pointing birds at 11 weeks. Her training is rooted in practical field experience, and she emphasizes personalized attention to each dog and owner’s needs.

In addition to training, Carol offers guided hunts using her professionally trained setters for those who want to enjoy upland hunting without the year-round training commitment. She also breeds and sells English Setters and Labs, with detailed health records, temperament assessments, and early socialization included in puppy sales.

Carol’s clients praise her dedication, expertise with all breeds, and ability to transform dogs into confident, obedient hunting companions. She provides videos and photos of training progress and maintains direct communication with clients throughout the process.

Accomplishments

Carol has trained and produced multiple champion-quality English Setters and Labs with documented hunting ability, including puppies pointing birds at 11 weeks. Clients have praised her as “America’s best English setter breeder” and noted her dogs’ exceptional field performance and temperament. She has a strong reputation among hunting communities in Ohio and surrounding states.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to call Carol directly at (937) 248-5710 to discuss their dog’s needs and receive a personalized training plan. No online booking system is available; initial contact is made via phone or email to arrange evaluation and training start.