BBK's HUNT-READY BIRD DOG TRAINING PROGRAM

At this time, we are only accepting dogs into our Hunt-Ready Bird Dog Training Program that have been bred here at Black Barn Kennels. Dogs must be at least 9 months of age before entering the program.

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The training program typically lasts 2–3 months, depending on the individual dog and the goals discussed with the owner. During this time, your dog will live with us and stay at our boarding facility at Black Barn Kennels, where they will receive consistent, hands-on training. The cost of the program is $2,500.

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Our goal is to develop a confident, reliable hunting companion while maintaining the temperament and drive that make the German Shorthaired Pointer such an exceptional bird dog.

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What to Expect

While your dog is in our program, you can expect regular communication and updates. We provide weekly phone calls to discuss your dog’s progress and development. We also enjoy sharing photos and videos along the way so you can see your dog’s training firsthand.

Your dog will be treated as one of our own while in our care. Consistency, patience, and positive training methods are central to how we work with every dog.

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Training Program Structure

Our Bird Hunt-Ready Training Program is broken into three stages:

1. Foundation & Fundamentals

• Crate training and kennel manners

• Field walks and confidence in natural terrain

• Reliable recall command

• E-collar conditioning

• Positive reward-based training methods

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2. Retrieving to Hand

• Introduction to birds

• Proper bird handling

• Retrieving to hand

• Developing a soft mouth

3. Advanced Bird Work

• Ability to locate and produce game birds

• Holding point until the bird is flushed

• Retrieving birds consistently to hand

• Working cooperatively with other dogs in the field

• Pointing and retrieving up to 100 birds during training

By the end of the program, your dog will have the skills and experience needed to perform confidently in the field and serve as a dependable hunting companion.