Wildrose Kennels

Wildrose offers three core training programs: Gentleman’s Gundog (focused on hunting steadiness, game-finding, and field performance), Adventure Dog (training for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and boating), and Therapy Companions (for service, detection, and alerting roles). Training is delivered through intensive, ongoing sessions at their regional facilities, with options for board-and-train programs. Clients receive personalized training plans based on “The Wildrose Way,” a positive, field-proven methodology. Training videos, books, and workshops are provided to support ongoing development.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed. Clients are directed to contact regional facilities directly for training packages, puppy deposits, and service costs. Puppy deposits are non-refundable and require direct communication with regional staff.

Policies

Deposit fees for puppies are non-refundable. Training programs require direct communication with regional facilities for cancellation and rescheduling policies, which are not publicly detailed. Clients are expected to commit to the full training progression outlined in “The Wildrose Way.”

Wildrose Kennels is a premier dog training and breeding facility specializing in British Labrador Retrievers, known as the “Gentleman’s Gundog,” with over 50 years of experience since 1972. They offer specialized training programs including Gentleman’s Gundog (for waterfowl and upland hunting), Adventure Dog (for hiking, camping, boating, and outdoor lifestyles), and Therapy Companions (for service, detection, and alerting roles). Their signature training method, “The Wildrose Way,” emphasizes positive, low-force techniques grounded in pack behavior, consistency, and personalized sessions. Wildrose operates four full-service regional facilities across the U.S. (Mississippi, Texas, Carolinas, Midwest) and provides comprehensive after-sales support, health-care programs, and training videos. They also sell training books, gear, and offer puppy placement services. Their dogs are bred from 100% imported British genetics and are selected for temperament, natural hunting ability, and adaptability to home and field life.

Wildrose is not just a trainer but also a respected breeder, with a focus on producing dogs that are calm in the home and dynamic in the field. Their staff includes experienced trainers and managers with decades of hands-on experience, many of whom have backgrounds in hunting, military service, or outdoor guiding. They host interactive workshops and events nationwide, featured in outdoor publications, and provide ongoing educational resources through their journal and video library.

While primarily focused on sporting and adventure dogs, Wildrose welcomes all breeds for their Adventure Dog and Therapy Companion programs. They emphasize lifelong client relationships, with many families returning for multiple puppies over decades.

Accomplishments

Wildrose Kennels has been producing British Labrador Retrievers since 1972 and is recognized as the oldest, largest, and most diversified producer of British and Irish Labradors in North America. Their training methods have been featured in Ducks Unlimited magazine, The World of Ducks TV, Garden & Gun, and Covey Rise. Mike Stewart, the creator of “The Wildrose Way,” authored a fully illustrated training book. Wildrose has received Emmy Award-winning recognition for Purina testimonials. Their staff includes military veterans, experienced trainers, and industry professionals with decades of combined experience.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients begin by visiting the website of their nearest Wildrose regional facility (Mississippi, Texas, Carolinas, or Midwest) to learn about training programs and puppy availability. They can sign up for the Wildrose Journal, watch training videos, or attend one of the nationwide workshops. To enroll in training or reserve a puppy, clients must contact the regional facility directly via phone or email.