Rocky Mountain Kennels
Service area: Serves Caldwell, Idaho and surrounding areas in southwestern Idaho, including nearby rural and hunting regions.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Working Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Family Dog
- puppy
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Puppy Training
- Basic Obedience
- Recall
- Leash Pulling
- Biting / Nipping
- Potty Training
- Separation Anxiety
- Reactivity / Aggression
Training Formats Offered
- Private Facility
- Board and Train
- Day Training
Program Formats
- Ongoing Weekly
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Sporting
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
- ✓ Positive with Some Corrections
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ Clickers
- ✓ Food Rewards
- ✓ Harnesses
- ✓ Flat Collars
- ✓ E-Collars
- ✓ Obstacle Courses
Training programs focus on versatile gun dog skills including obedience, field work with live birds, water retrieves, and steady-to-flush behavior. Programs are intensive and ongoing, tailored to the Wesslpointer breed’s natural abilities. Puppies receive early socialization and basic commands, progressing to advanced hunting skills in natural terrain. Board and train options are available for clients seeking comprehensive development of their dog’s working and family behaviors.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing details are not publicly listed; services include breeding reservations, boarding, and training packages. Clients are encouraged to contact directly for quotes on training, boarding, and puppy purchases.
Policies
No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated on the website. Clients are advised to contact directly for service terms and puppy reservation agreements.
Testimonials
As anyone can see, these dogs are beautiful. Our girls Echo grabs attention everywhere she goes, but looks are just the surface for these Wessls. Echo is so smart. At 13wks, we can already tell that Echo is brilliant! When we picked her up at 8wks, she slept through the night in the tent with us on the drive home from Idaho and has slept through the night in her crate since then. She has had very few housetraining accidents and has learned house manners extremely quickly. She knows so many commands: sit, down, roll over, stay, wait, find it, take, give, fetch, leave it, go potty. She took to fetch so quickly!
– Echo’s Owner
My son got a dog from him and Mr. Wessel was an awesome guy. My son has been searching for a dog that can go hunting with and also take to work, as he has PTSD from Serving. Kody was short on cash the day he picked her up at cabelas and Mr. Wessel worked out an arrangement for them. The dog is very pretty and well mannered and has been easy to train. Highly recommend Mr. Wessel and his dogs!
– Family of Kody
The most amazing, versatile dogs. The most intelligent and easy to train dog I have ever owned. The breeder is knowledgeable and always available to answer questions. The Kennels and boarding are great. I do not believe we could consider any other breed or breeder after adopting a wesslpointer
– Wesslpointer Owner
About the Trainer
Rocky Mountain Kennels, operated by William H. Wessels, is a dog training and breeding facility specializing in the Wesslpointer, a newly developed American versatile gun dog breed. The business offers professional training for obedience, hunting, and natural bird habitat work, with services tailored to gun dog owners seeking a breed that excels in pointing, retrieving, tracking, and water work. Wessels has over 30 years of experience training all breeds of gun dogs and emphasizes balanced traits: stylish upland points, soft mouth retrieves, bold water entries, and affectionate family companionship. In addition to training, the kennel provides boarding in heated indoor kennels with skylights, breeding of Wesslpointer puppies, and access to ponds, fields, and river grounds for field training. The Wesslpointer is bred to be a family-friendly, intelligent, and adaptable working dog that thrives in both hunting environments and home settings.
The facility supports organizations like the Versatile Hunting Dog Federation, Pheasants Forever, and the Idaho Chukar Foundation, and promotes the breed’s suitability for American hunters and families. Training is conducted on-site in natural terrain, with puppies and adult dogs receiving early socialization and structured obedience work. Clients report exceptional intelligence, quick learning, and strong recall in Wesslpointers, with many noting their dogs’ ability to transition seamlessly from field to home.
The kennel also offers competitive event preparation and has a reputation for personalized service, with Wessels personally involved in training and breeding decisions. The business is located in Caldwell, Idaho, and serves clients seeking a versatile, American-bred gun dog with a strong work ethic and gentle temperament.
Accomplishments
William H. Wessels has professionally trained all breeds of gun dogs for over 30 years and is the originator and breeder of the Wesslpointer, a newly recognized American versatile gun dog breed. He published a book on the history and breeding of the Wesslpointer in 2011 and actively supports national upland hunting organizations.
How to Get Started!
Prospective clients should contact Rocky Mountain Kennels by phone or email to schedule an evaluation, discuss training needs, or inquire about puppy availability. Breeding reservations are taken in advance, and training programs begin with an initial consultation to assess the dog’s background and goals.
Contact Information
Availability
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
Associations
- Accredited
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Other Services Offered
- Dog breeder
- Kennel
- Pet boarding service
Location
18501 US-20, Caldwell, ID 83607Listing Tools for Trainers
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