NORTHERN PLAINS GUN DOGS

Programs include Puppy Training (1–2 months), Basic Training (3 months, meets AKC Junior Hunt Test), Advanced Training (3 months, meets AKC Senior Hunt Test), and Pointer Training (3 months). All programs include live bird work, obedience, gun conditioning, retrieving, quartering, and owner instruction. Training occurs on varied terrain with real hunting scenarios year-round.

Pricing Summary

Training starts at $750 per month for puppy and basic programs, and $875 per month for advanced and pointer programs. A one-month training payment is required upon drop-off. Vaccinations administered during training are billed to the owner. Payment methods include cash, check, credit card, and Venmo.

Policies

One month of training payment is required upon drop-off. Dogs must be fully vaccinated prior to arrival. Any vaccinations needed during training are administered by their vet and billed to the owner. No cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

Northern Plains Gun Dogs is a professional dog training facility specializing in gun dog training for hunters, including upland and waterfowl hunting. They offer structured training programs for puppies, basic, advanced, and pointer dogs, with a focus on obedience, bird introduction, retrieving, steadiness, gun conditioning, and live bird work in diverse natural terrains like lakes, rivers, CRP grass, and corn fields. Their trainers are on-site 7 days a week, providing consistent, hands-on training using positive reinforcement to create happy, motivated dogs. Owners are actively involved through regular updates via email, video, phone, and text, and receive hands-on instruction to continue training at home. The facility emphasizes clean, comfortable kenneling and real-world hunting scenarios year-round.

They require dogs to be fully vaccinated prior to drop-off and accept payment via cash, check, credit card, or Venmo. Training begins in May, with puppy programs starting at $750/month and basic/advanced programs ranging from $750–$875/month. All programs include owner education to ensure long-term success.

Accomplishments

Trainers have combined over 30 years of experience in gun dog training. Dogs are trained to meet AKC Junior and Senior Hunt Test requirements.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact the facility to begin the process. A one-month payment is required at drop-off, and vaccination records must be submitted prior to training commencement.