Walker’s Farm and Kennel

Walker’s Farm and Kennel offers structured, intensive training programs tailored to the dog’s stage and goals. Puppy Development (3–4 weeks) focuses on early socialization and foundation skills. Entry-Level Gun Dog Training (4–6 weeks) teaches basic field commands and bird exposure. Advanced Training (2–4+ weeks) refines performance for field trials. Force Fetch Training (6–10 weeks) ensures reliable retrieve. Gun Shy Dog Training (up to 8 weeks) addresses fear of gunfire. All programs include video updates and are conducted at their climate-controlled facility.

Pricing Summary

Training programs cost $300 per week, all-inclusive of boarding, food, and birds. A one-week deposit is required to reserve a spot. Programs vary in length: puppy development (3–4 weeks), entry-level (4–6 weeks), advanced (2–4+ weeks), and force fetch (6–10 weeks). Gun shy dog training lasts up to 8 weeks with a 3-week re-evaluation.

Policies

Training is by reservation only. A one-week deposit is required to secure a spot. Deposits are non-refundable unless training is canceled by the facility. Clients must contact Dave before submitting a deposit to confirm program and start date. Payment options include online deposit, Venmo, or check.

Walker’s Farm and Kennel is a professional dog training business located in Forsyth, GA, specializing in gun dog training for pointing and flushing breeds such as German Shorthaired Pointers and English Field Cocker Spaniels. They offer board-and-train programs for puppies through advanced dogs, with training focused on hunting, field trials, and retrieve skills including forced fetch. Their facility is climate-controlled, secure, and designed for dog comfort with concrete floors and heavy-duty kennels. They also breed high-quality field-bred puppies and provide year-round boarding for all breeds. Training includes video updates and personalized programs based on the dog’s abilities and owner goals. Their trainers, Dave and Lee, are experienced in field training and provide ongoing support to owners after training completion.

In addition to training, they offer puppy development programs, entry-level and advanced gun dog training, and specialized programs for gun-shy dogs. All training is all-inclusive with boarding, food, and birds provided. They also sell recommended dog products and maintain an active Facebook page for updates and client interaction.

Accomplishments

The facility has produced dogs that placed in the GSPCA National Field Futurity Championship and AKC Pointing Breed Gun Dog Championship. They maintain archived field trial results and have a reputation for developing titled field dogs from proven bloodlines.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must contact Dave by phone or email to discuss training goals, confirm program selection, and schedule a start date before submitting a deposit. A deposit of one week’s training is required to reserve the spot.