Next Generation Gun Dog Training

Training programs are tiered by developmental stage: Puppy Program (8 weeks–6 months) introduces birds, gunfire, water, and basic obedience; Obedience Program (6+ months) teaches collar conditioning, force fetch, and steady retrieves; Upland Program focuses on quartering and field work; Bird and Gun Program builds on multiple marks and blinds; Gun Dog Program prepares dogs for advanced hunt tests; Hunt Test Program refines complex multiple marks and blinds for AKC/UKC Senior and Master levels; Field Trial Program trains for competitive field trials. All programs are conducted on-site at their 100-acre facility with structured progression and individualized attention.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; clients must contact directly for rates. Puppy deposits are $500, non-refundable but transferable to another litter. Training programs are structured by level and duration, with options to extend training for collar conditioning and off-leash obedience. No package prices are disclosed online.

Policies

All puppy deposits are $500, non-refundable but transferable to another litter. Puppy placement requires direct consultation and approval by the trainers. No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies for training are listed, but enrollment requires direct communication with staff before beginning any program.

Next Generation Gun Dog Training is a full-service gun dog training, boarding, and breeding facility located on 100 acres outside Rochester, MN. They specialize in training all types of gun dog breeds, including Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers, using structured programs that prepare dogs for AKC and UKC Hunt Tests and Field Trials. Their team includes experienced trainers such as Adam Levy, Andrew Barbouche, Greg Terranova, Tate Romnes, and Victoria Aal, each specializing in different aspects of gun dog development. The facility offers puppy programs starting at 8 weeks, obedience training, upland hunting preparation, bird and gun conditioning, and advanced field trial preparation. They emphasize confidence-building, proper collar conditioning, force fetch, steady retrieves, honoring, and complex blind retrieves. Dogs are housed in indoor kennels with raised Kuranda beds and fed Purina ProPlan Performance food. They also breed high-performance dual-purpose Chesapeakes and Labradors with verified health clearances including OFA hips/elbows, DNA tests for EIC, DM, PRA, and LOC. Clients can board their dogs during training and access puppy reservation services for future litters.

The business is designed for hunters and competitive dog owners seeking professionally trained retrievers capable of performing in real hunting scenarios and formal trials. Their facility is described as the Midwest’s Premier Gundog Facility, offering a comprehensive environment for training from puppyhood through advanced competition levels.

They also provide stud dog services for both Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Labrador Retrievers, allowing owners to breed with their titled, tested lines.

All training programs require direct consultation before enrollment, and deposits for puppies are non-refundable but transferable to future litters.

Accomplishments

Next Generation Gun Dog Training has bred and trained multiple Champion-Master Hunters, AKC Champions, Sporting Group winners, and dogs with AKC and UKC hunt test titles. Their breeding lines include dogs with titles such as CH, MH, WDQ, GCHP, and NBISS. They emphasize health-tested, performance-proven bloodlines with documented OFA and DNA clearances.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact Next Generation Gun Dog Training directly via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs and determine if a puppy or training program is a good fit. Puppy reservations require prior approval and cannot be submitted online without prior consultation. Training enrollment begins with a consultation to assess the dog’s level and goals.