Wirehaired Pointing Griffons
Gillette, Wyoming
training opportunities
Classes and Training Days
Join your nearest NAVHDA chapter and attend training days. NAVHDA's "Train the Trainer" philosophy teaches dog owners and handlers how to get the most from their dogs. It's an opportunity to learn, to network with lots of like-minded dog owner, and just have fun. A day spent training dogs is a good day.
Our community recreation center offers a variety of dog training classes - from obedience to nose work and show handling. Many kennel clubs offer classes as well. Your dog benefits from the class, and from experiencing new situations and locations.
Pro Trainers
Some people prefer to have professional trainers do the training. Exercise caution and care when selecting a trainer. Ask for references and check them out. Not all hunting dog trainers are the same, and a trainer that understands and appreciates Griffs is essential. Griffs aren't Labs and they don't learn like Labs or GSPs.
Lone Ridge Griffons
hello mr. chukar
retrieving to hand
hold on, blanche!
This is ZZ as a pup, play bowing at a chukar on a tether. We were working toward increasing her interest and confidence with birds.
hold on, blanche!
retrieving to hand
hold on, blanche!
Blanche's super high drive was obvious from the get-go. She pointed the bird, and to prevent her from rushing forward and "busting" the bird, Rick picked her up.
retrieving to hand
retrieving to hand
it's the dog's idea
Even when playing fetch with tiny baby puppies, we encourage them to retrieve properly to hand. When the pup voluntarily brings a toy, it's rewarded with a treat.
it's the dog's idea
it's the dog's idea
it's the dog's idea
Jett was nervous about entering the icy cold water at first. We just let her work it out. When she decided to go in, it built her confidence because she conquered her concerns herself!
it's a process
it's the dog's idea
it's a process
The first thing a diving dog has to know is how to get out of the pool. So we start by going down the ramp. Then the fun of diving off the dock begins.
conditioning
it's the dog's idea
it's a process
There are many things about testing, hunting, and showing dogs that are beyond our control. Conditioning your dog at home is absolutely within your control. Make sure your dog (and you!) never fail because you weren't fit and ready to go!