Stenkil Gundogs

Training programs are individualized and begin with a mandatory consultation. Clients can enroll in month-to-month training at the facility, supplement with private hourly owner lessons, or attend workshops for obedience and gundog development. Boarding includes daily training and care, with updates provided via video. Dogs are trained for both field performance and home manners. Two trained dog sales programs exist: 10–16 month old dogs with intermediate gundog skills and 16–24 month old dogs with advanced, reliable behavior and a satisfaction guarantee.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not explicitly listed. Training is offered on a month-to-month basis with optional private hourly sessions. Boarding is available daily, weekly, or monthly. A mandatory consultation is required before program enrollment. No package prices or rate sheets are published.

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated. All training begins with a mandatory consultation. Programs are month-to-month, suggesting flexibility. Boarding requires advance arrangement.

Stenkil Gundogs is a professional dog training business based in southeastern Idaho, just 30 minutes from Idaho Falls and under 2 hours from Jackson Hole, with seasonal operations in Central Oregon. Founded in 2023 by David Johansson, the business specializes in positive, reward-based training for both gundogs and everyday companion dogs of all ages and breeds. David brings over a decade of hands-on experience, including six years as Kennel Manager at Blixt & Co., the only true driven pheasant and partridge shoot in the U.S., and training under British field trial traditions. Training programs are tailored individually, with a focus on building confidence, reliability in the field, and calm behavior at home. Services include month-to-month training programs, private hourly owner lessons, workshops for obedience and gundog development, and limited boarding with indoor/outdoor kennels, camera surveillance, and medication administration. The facility is situated near 45,000 acres of BLM land, allowing real-world training scenarios. David emphasizes early training starting at 8 weeks, adapting methods to each dog’s personality, and fostering a strong owner-dog bond through understanding body language and behavior.

Stenkil Gundogs also sells professionally trained gundogs aged 10–16 months and 16–24 months, carefully selected from vetted breeders and their own breeding program. These dogs are trained in upland, waterfowl, and driven shooting, with strong house manners and obedience to voice, whistle, and hand signals. The business maintains an active presence on social media and offers video updates to clients during boarding and training.

David’s background includes Swedish hunting heritage, working with British-bred labs and spaniels, and guiding at Highland Hills Ranch, Orvis Wingshooting Lodge of the Year 2024. His approach is rooted in positive reinforcement, adaptability, and treating each dog as an individual.

Boarding services include daily, weekly, and monthly stays with climate-controlled facilities and 24/7 monitoring. Workshops provide group learning opportunities and exposure to diverse dogs and environments. Owner lessons focus on building skills and understanding canine behavior.

All training begins with a mandatory consultation to assess the dog’s needs and set goals.

Accomplishments

David Johansson was Kennel Manager at Blixt & Co., the only driven pheasant and partridge shoot in the U.S. He has trained dogs for over 6 years in professional driven shooting environments. He guides at Highland Hills Ranch, Orvis Wingshooting Lodge of the Year 2024. He was trained in British field trial traditions and has bred and trained dogs from FTCH bloodlines. His training philosophy is rooted in Swedish hunting heritage and decades of hands-on experience.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must schedule a mandatory consultation to assess the dog’s needs, discuss goals, and create a customized training plan. Consultations are free and required before enrolling in any program or boarding service.