Retrievers
Our Customers Are Saying…
“Just moved into a house and property with 5 wooded acres. Duke and his ‘older brother’ love it! From a pup, Duke fit right in with our children and ‘Max.’ He is a great dog - lovable and well behaved. Not to mention a real lap dog!”
J.G. – NJ
DeCoverly offers several Retriever Training Programs, which are as follows:
Our “Upland Retriever Program” lasts 5-7 weeks. Dogs completing the program will be:
- Finding and flushing birds
- Trained in basic field obedience - responding to “Come In” whistle and “Check” whistle to control range
- Hunting effectively - showing a knowledge of cover and scenting conditions
- E-collar conditioned
- Hunting dead
- Retrieving (based on natural aptitude, if not additional training time may be required)
Our “Started Waterfowl Dog Program” is suitable for the Junior Hunter Titles and first season hunting dogs and lasts approximately 12-16 weeks. Dogs completing the program will be trained in:
- Trained in advanced obedience – off leash here , heeling, whistle sits, etc.
- Ecollar conditioned
- Retrieving to hand, the trained retrieve
- Trained in single land and water marks, intro’d to double marked land and water
Our “Finished Retriever Program” is suitable for Senior to Master Hunter Levels. Started Waterfowl or comparable program is a prerequisite. This program covers complex marking and advanced handling skills. It is several months , depending on level of training desired.