Von Weider Kennels & Upland Meadows

Von Weider Kennels focuses on training the “Family Companion Gun Dog,” which is a well-disciplined family pet capable of performing hunting assignments with enthusiasm, skill, and excellent field manners. Training takes place at their full on-site facility, Upland Meadows, which is a 400-acre state-licensed shooting preserve. The preserve allows for year-round use of game birds for gun dog training.

Pricing Summary

Membership for Upland Meadows is described as “surprisingly affordable” and offers “discounted rates on daily dog training.” No specific pricing for training programs is provided.

Von Weider Kennels is dedicated to the breeding, training, and hunting of the “Family Companion Gun Dog.” This type of dog is described as a well-disciplined family pet that foot hunters can confidently take to the field, performing hunting assignments with enthusiasm, skill, and excellent field manners. The business emphasizes producing elite hunting dogs with the temperament to be great in-home family companions.

They operate Upland Meadows, a roughly 400-acre state-licensed Shooting Preserve in Hartford, MI, which serves as a members-only private club. This facility offers tranquil fields, ponds, a clubhouse, and is used for various outdoor hunting activities, including upland bird hunting, skeet towers, stocked fishing ponds, and an outdoor rifle/pistol range. The preserve allows for year-round game bird use for gun dog training.

Von Weider Kennels also has a selective breeding program for German Shorthaired Pointers, typically with a maximum of two litters per year, focusing on producing dogs for hunting homes across the country. They prioritize socializing puppies to people, including children, and utilize their facilities to provide diverse experiences before puppies go to their new families. They offer health and genetic guarantees, testing all breeding dog’s hips and certifying them with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).

Accomplishments

The trainers have over 35 years of experience. The business has been in operation for over 30 years, and they have been breeding German Shorthaired Pointers for over 25 years. They are proud members and hosts of the BDC, members of NSTRA, and members of the Ruffed Grouse Society. Their breeding dogs’ hips are certified by the OFA.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Von Weider Kennels with questions or special requests. For Upland Meadows membership, individuals are invited to call to schedule an appointment to tour the facility and discuss membership options.