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We take a versatile but highly positive-reinforcement based approach to dog training that emphasizes clear communication, expectations, and a mutual respect for one another. On the trailing side, real deer parts are used, namely interdigital gland from

hooves laid with Wasgau Tracking Shoes. 

Throughout the program, we’ll send you regular progress update videos of your dog with us talking through our drills, vocabulary, and troubleshooting approaches. You’ll also learn to better read your dog‘s body language as we trail. 

Our number 1 priority is for you to have a reliable companion in the woods and at your home. No matter how good a dog performs for us, what use is it if that behavior doesn’t carry over to your home and continue to improve?  As a part of your program, we STRONGLY  encourage you to spend a weekend with us toward or at the end of the 6 weeks to work together with your dog. 

Once our portion of the training is over you’ll be able to join a growing Facebook group of HUNT DOG handlers who share values and approach, and operate with a common vocabulary for dog Training, Management, and Handling.

In addition to this collaborative community, you and your dog will have up to 4 free private sessions per year, for the life of your dog.  These can be used for tuning up obedience, checking your trailing with blind tracks, testing/certification prep, or sharpening off-leash reliability through adventure.