Vom Ridgeline llc.

Training is divided into progressive levels: Early Development (6+ months) introduces birds, gun, field, and water. Level 1 focuses on basic obedience (here, heel, sit, kennel, e-collar). Level 2 builds confidence in field and water with bumpers and birds. Level 3 teaches force-fetching and trained retrieve. Level 4 advances to blind retrieves, multiple marks, and honoring. Steadiness training is customized based on evaluation. Handlers receive in-person education upon pickup to replicate training at home.

Pricing Summary

Training programs are structured in 30-day or 60-day intensive blocks: Early Development ($1,500), Level 1 ($1,500), Level 2 ($1,500), Level 3 ($3,000), Level 4 ($1,500), Steadiness ($1,500). Private lessons are $150/hour, $500 for half-day, $800 for full-day. Free evaluation included before training begins.

Policies

Training spots are limited; clients are encouraged to contact early to reserve. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated. Owners must spend time during pickup to learn how to continue training. Distractions must be left in the vehicle during handler education.

Vom Ridgeline LLC is a full-time professional gun dog training facility located at the base of the High Uintah Mountains in Altamont, Northeastern Utah. With over 28 years of experience, they specialize in customized training for pointing, flushing, and retrieving breeds, from puppies to finished hunting dogs. Their programs include early development, obedience, bird introduction, e-collar conditioning, steadiness, backing, honoring, and advanced retrieve training. They emphasize educating handlers to replicate training at home, ensuring long-term success. The facility offers board-and-train programs, private lessons, free evaluations, and guided hunts. They also breed and sell Drahthaars and offer recommended gear for gun dog owners.

They train dogs for upland and waterfowl hunting, V.D.D. testing, and wild bird hunting experiences. Their training is tailored to each dog’s natural abilities and the handler’s hunting style, with a strong focus on building confidence, independence, and precision in the field.

Clients across the U.S. and internationally send their dogs to Vom Ridgeline, praising the trainer’s deep connection with dogs, transparent communication, and lifelong support after training.

They also offer guided hunts, dog sales, and recommended products for gun dog owners.

Accomplishments

Over 28 years of professional gun dog training experience. Trained dogs for clients worldwide. Dogs have successfully passed V.D.D. and HZP tests. Breeder of Vom Ridgeline Drahthaars with reputation for quality and temperament.

How to Get Started!

Begin with a free evaluation, where the dog is assessed in the field for bird drive, natural point, retrieve ability, gun sensitivity, and water desire. After evaluation, a pro trainer schedules a phone consultation to discuss goals and create a customized training plan. Clients submit a form on the website to initiate the process.