Oconee River Retrievers & Training Kennel

Retriever Training includes Basic (4–6 months), Transition (6–12 months), and Advanced (variable) levels covering force fetch, obedience, gun/boat exposure, marking, handling, and blind retrieves. Upland Training (3–6 months) focuses on quartering, flushing, and steady retrieves. Basic Obedience (2 weeks–1 month) teaches sit, heel, down, recall, and no jumping. Force Fetch is a standalone 2–4 week program to ensure reliable retrieve-to-hand and correct mouthing issues.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed. Programs vary in length from 2 weeks to over a year, with costs likely based on program intensity and duration. Clients are advised to contact directly for pricing details.

Policies

No cancellation or rescheduling policies are mentioned on the website.

Oconee River Retrievers & Training Kennel, run by trainer Timothy Wiggins, specializes in retriever and flushing dog training for waterfowl and upland hunting, as well as basic obedience and boarding services. They focus on creating positive, enjoyable training environments tailored to each dog’s individual needs, taking only a few dogs at a time to ensure personalized attention. Their programs include force fetch, collar conditioning, gun and boat exposure, marking, handling, and blind retrieves for hunting and hunt test competition, as well as foundational obedience to create well-behaved family companions.

They offer structured training programs ranging from 2 weeks to over a year, depending on the dog’s goals, from basic obedience to advanced hunt test preparation. Their facility in Williamson, Georgia, includes dedicated training grounds and transportation for field work. Boarding is available for dogs in training, and they also provide stud services for qualified hunting dogs.

Timothy is known for his honesty, practical approach, and consistent results, with clients reporting significant improvements in their dogs’ behavior and performance. He trains all ages and types of sporting dogs, with a focus on retrievers and flushing breeds.

Accomplishments

Timothy Wiggins trains dogs to GRHRCH (Grand Retrieving Hunt Retriever Champion) and other high-level hunt test standards. He has trained dogs for Derby, Senior, and Master Hunt Tests, with multiple clients reporting successful competition outcomes.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are encouraged to contact Timothy Wiggins directly via phone or email to discuss their dog’s needs and schedule training. No online booking or evaluation form is available.