Shady Acres Retrievers

The Gun Dog program is a minimum of 4 months, typically taking about 6 months to train a good gun dog. It includes Obedience Training, Collar Conditioning, Force Fetch, Conditioning to Gunfire, Steady to single marks (on land and water), and Double Marks (on land and water). An advanced training program is available after the initial program, teaching blind retrieves and triple marked retrieves.

The Obedience Training program is a 4 to 6 week board and train program. It focuses on three core commands: “Here” (dog must come when called), “Sit” (dog sits and stays until another command is given), and “Heel” (dog comes to the side and walks calmly without pulling). From these commands, dogs learn to be good family members, including sitting to be fed, waiting at doors, loading into cars/crates, and laying down on a bed. A key aspect of the program is teaching owners how to handle their dog effectively.

Pricing Summary

Pricing for gun dog training is a consistent monthly rate. For boarding rates, clients are advised to contact the business directly.

Shady Acres Retrievers is a dog training business specializing in gun dog training, obedience training, and boarding services. They also breed and sell pure golden retriever puppies from champion hunting lines.

Their goal with breeding is to produce pups eager to please with a great drive for hunting, preferring to place them in hunting homes, though they also make fantastic companions. The business emphasizes creating strong communication and understanding between dog and owner, and they involve owners in the training process.

Shady Acres Retrievers is known for its premium training experience, taking dogs of varying breeds far in the gun dog/retrieving world. They aim to help clients achieve goals whether for a personal hunting dog or for earning titles in sport. They also offer top-notch care at their kennels, curated to each dog’s needs.

Accomplishments

Shady Acres Retrievers breeds puppies from champion hunting lines, with both the Sire (Boone) and Dam (Miss America) having proven track records and strong pedigrees. Miss America has won many awards for her retrieving skills. Wes Chester is noted by clients as an excellent trainer.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can inquire about services by filling out a contact form on the website or by calling the business directly. They are also welcomed to visit the facility and observe training sessions.