
Training Programs
Otter Creek Kennels
Our Programs
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Crate Training
Crate training in a home environment with our trainer and her family. Puppy will be exposed to children under 4, as well as other dogs ranging in ages and sizes. Puppy will work on settling in crate and entering and exiting the crate calmly. The crates used for this program are Ruff Land crates size small and mid-size.
Ages: 8 weeks+
Minimum 1 month
$900/month
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Basic Obedience
Basic obedience program is customizable to you and your dog’s needs. This program can work on sit, stay, heel, leash work, jumping, to name a few. For those dogs moving into the gundog program, we will introduce birds and E-Collar conditioning.
Ages: 16 weeks+
Minimum 1 month
$1200/month
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Gundog
Gundog program builds and carries over from the basic obedience program. This program has 2 different levels (introduction and started). All programs includes birds, gunfire, and working alongside a pointer. We will focus on steadiness, retrieving to hand, water/land retrieves, whistle commands and casting. This program is also customizable to your hunting style and what you would like your dog to do while in the field with you.
Age: 6 months+
Minimum 3 months
$1400/month
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Competition Program
Competition program is geared towards your dog competing in the spaniel hunt tests, retriever tests, and/or HRC testing. The dog will start out at the junior level and compete upward through the other levels as the dog’s ability allows. This program is an add-on to the gundog program and will require the dog to stay longer in order to compete in these competitions.
Ages: 6 months +
Price varies depending on testing prices
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Private Lessons
Private lessons are 1-on-1 with the trainer and are typically an hour long. These sessions are focused on problem behaviors, hunting concepts, basic obedience, and other concerns of the owner. These can take place at the farm or at your house (if within a certain mileage).
$100/hour
$75 travel fee for up to 100 miles
Lets Get to Work!
For more information regarding our training programs here at Otter Creek, please call or fill out our contact form:
(256) 892-2177
kennel@ottercreekfarmstead.com