pond view retrievers
Retriever Training and Handler Training for Hunt Test and Waterfowling
Training
At Pond View Retrievers, we pride
ourselves in being a dual purpose training operation. We offer handler classes and limited
space boarding/training services. Handler classes are offered throughout Eastern MA,
RI, and the Eastern half of CT. Our field and yard
classes with over the shoulder instruction have helped many students attain
their goals of achieving all levels of
retriever AKC Hunt Test titles. For hunters, the pre-season instruction
and experience provided in our classes prepares both handler and dog for a pleasurable day afield during the hunting season. Yard classes are taught year round at three
different locations. Field classes are offered as the season and grounds
permit. Please refer to our client testimonials. Limited space boarding/training is offered for those who would like to have
their retriever trained for them. Private lessons are also available, as well
as small group and handler clinics. We welcome you to browse our site and
always - feel free to ask questions.
Services Provided:
Yard Class Instruction
The command, control and
conditioning of desired behaviors are taught in the yard. A structured program is used to develop the working
tools that will later be transitioned to fieldwork.
The working tools learned in the yard classes
are taught with minimal amounts of distraction. This allows the handler to
teach their dog the fundamentals of how they are expected to perform when in
the field where the excitement and distractions are high.
My structured program begins with obedience, and teaches E-collar conditioning, Force Fetch, Handling and Handling drills. Homework assignments are given from class to class and questions about issues that may arise between classes are always answered via email or phone. Instruction is one on one, and is customized to the experience level of the individual dog and handler, allowing each dog and handler to progress at their own rate.
Field Class Instruction
Over the shoulder instruction provided in both class and small group sessions allows each handler to maximize their learning with the time spent in the field. A Hunt Test Scenario is used along with test equipment and terminology. All dogs and handlers are exposed to birds (dead and live shot), calls, gunshots, decoys etc., incorporating both land and water retrieves. Class locations will vary.
Private Yard Class Lessons, Small Groups and Handlers Clinics
Services for these types of training can always be arranged by contacting us.