Training




Rates
•Gun dog training $900/month
•Field trial dogs $600/month
•Obedience only $900/month
•Puppy program $200/week
•Boarding only $20/day Boarding with exercise $30/day
•Boarding with Obedience Short term: $35/day
long term : $30
•Special Long term rates
PROBATION
Eevery dog is on probation for the first month. During this month the owner is informed if his dog does not seem to have the basic motivation, is not physically sound, or for some other reason not considered a good prospect. Owners are kept informed with monthly progress reports.
METHODS
Our methods stress repetition. Training situations are controlled so that the dog makes few mistakes and is not subjected to endless corrections. Most dogs rapidly learn to enjoy these routines and respond willingly to the demands made on them.
DAILY SCHEDULE
Dogs in our program experience bird contacts every day and have at least one opportunity to honor some other dog's bird work. Over the course of training each dog has contact with well over 100 birds- a number of which are shot for him. Each dog is schooled daily in obedience and force training. He is typically worked 3 times a day. Our daily program is adjusted to the individual's temperament and capabilities. Each dog has his own individualized training program.

Our Staff
Sheldon, who holds a doctorate in social sciences and a B.S. in physics, is a former member of the University of California faculty. Barbara Twer has a degree in psychology and extensive background in clinical health care. Our knowledge and skills have enabled us to apply modern behavior shaping techniques in a well balanced program that gives the consistent results that our owners can count on.
FACILITIES and HEALTH CARE
Our dogs are housed in modern chain linked sheltered concrete runs-each with his own dog house; they are attended throughout the day by a dedicated staff. Every dog at our kennel is required to be current on DHL, Parvo, and Rabies shots. All external and internal parasites are eliminated. Dogs are put on a quality meat and bone meal kibble supplemented with fresh meat
Bird Dog Training Oakdale, California (209) 847-6338



