STARTED GUN-DOG
IN-HOME TRAINING & BOARD AND TRAIN
This program is designed with the beginner level dog in mind to teach basic foundational skills to train a sound and confident gundog at the started level. This program will be personalized based upon the desire to compete in hunt tests along with waterfowl hunting or waterfowl hunting primarily or hunt tests primarily. This program is offered to the city of Sulphur, Louisiana and surrounding area by Austynn Harbison.
What behaviors are to be expected to be gained from program?
Every program is centralized to the goals of the clients needs which will be dependent on whether they are looking for a program more focused towards hunting tests compared to waterfowl hunting. Programs can be formatted to meet needs of the client wanting to partake in both hunt testing and waterfowl hunting.
WATERFOWL HUNTING, HRC, AKC SKILLS
Heel
The dog will learn to be in a seated position on the handlers non shooting side with shoulder aligned with leg.
Sit-Stay
The dog will be in a seated position and will stay seated until release cue is given.
Swimming
The dog will be introduced to swimming in different water types including clear and unclear waters variable vegetation.
Steadiness
The dog will remain within the blind or position when retrieves are possible until given the appropriate cue.
Marked Retrieves
The dog will be able to watch a fallen bird or bumper and be able to “mark” the location and go to the area of fall promptly.
Hold
The dog will learn how to keep the retrieved item within their mouth until given the appropriate cue to release.
Hunting & Searching
The dog will be able to independently work the odor of a fallen bird to find them efficiently both on land and on water.
Gun Fire Introductions
The dog will be introduced to gun fire in an appropriate manner to prevent sensitivity allowing them to be comfortable with the sound.
Settle
The dog will learn how to soothe itself during waiting periods of retrieves.
What are the requirements for the started gun-dog program?
The program requires dogs to be a minimum of 6 months of age. Proof of appropriate vaccinations are required for enrollment. This includes DHPP, rabies, and heartworm prevention of owners preference. Females in season are allowed for the program but will be withheld from swimming lessons for a minimum of 4 weeks after first bleeding noted.
What is expected from the in home program?
1 Hour Phone Consultation & In home Evaluation
1 Hour In Home Training Sessions x 6
Personalized Printable Homework Plans Post Sessions
Printable Management & Behavior Resource Guides
Program Pricing
$600 for the full package
$110 for Individual Behavior Lessons
What is expected from the board & train program?
1 Hour Phone Consultation & In home Evaluation
Minimum 2 Month Stay
1 hour Post Board & Train Lessons x 4
Take Home Personalized Printable Homework Plans
Printable Management & Behavior Resource Guides
Program Pricing
$1200 per month
