No perceptive shooting man needs to be told to cherish a dog with the gift of a good nose, for dog work, together with the mysteries of scent, add up to enchantment on an autumn afternoon.
George Bird Evans
Board & Train
Companion Gundog training focuses on developing the skills and instincts required on the hunt, manners and obedience necessary for the home, and skillfully balancing the development of the two. Our comprehensive programs develop drive, obedience, and clear communication. Through structured training sessions, your hunting companion will learn essential obedience skills, hone their natural hunting instincts, and develop clarity on when it is appropriate to engage in these various behaviors.
Your dog stays in our home, living alongside our personal dogs, instead of a commercial kennel environment. We take a very limited number of dogs in for board + train at any given time. This ensures the highest level of attention and care for your companion.
Program Details
Daily obedience & yardwork sessions
Daily exercise, enrichment, and socialization
Age/Skill level appropriate fieldwork sessions 3-5 days per week
Weekly video progress reports
Monthly in person or virtual lessons during your dog’s stay
Online course included
Results guaranteed
Lifetime support
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30 Days
Our introductory Board + Train programs begin with a 30 day training stay. This is typically appropriate for young dogs working on environmental/game/gunfire introductions and basic obedience for hunting and home.
$4000
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Additional 30 Days
Board + Train programs can be extended in 30 day increments at a discounted rate. Additional training may be be broken up across multiple stays when scheduled in advance, with a maximum total of 90 days.
$1000
Private Instruction
Unlock your dog’s full potential with our private coaching programs at Iron Oak Dog Co. Tailored to meet the unique needs of both you and your hunting companion, these one-on-one sessions provide personalized instruction in a variety of environments: in home, one of our locations, and even online! Our professional trainers utilize a proprietary dual reinforcement training system to foster effective communication, produce real reliability, and strengthen the bond between you and your dog.
Whether you’re brand new to training a gundog, looking for a pre-season tune up, want to advance your dog’s skills, or are preparing for a hunt test, our private lessons equip you with the tools and knowledge necessary for lasting success. We make highly effective dog training simple to understand and implement, empowering you to create lasting change in your dogs behavior, and fostering a mutually fulfilling relationship at both ends of the leash.
Program Details
Holistic training programs
Obedience: reliable and responsive dogs can safely enjoy more freedom
Behavior: resolve behavior problems efficiently
Lifestyle: structure and manners make it easier to live life with your dog
Online course included
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Initial Consultation
These two hour sessions include a training and behavior assessment, and an introduction to our training system. Upon completion you will receive a written training plan and equipment recommendations customized for your dog and training goals.
$650 In Home
$450 Private
$350 Virtual
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Follow Up Sessions
Follow up sessions are scheduled on an hourly basis and focus on applying our training system to your desired training goals.
$250 In Home
$150 Private
$100 Virtual
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Session Packages
We offer a 20% discount off regular follow up session pricing for clients who commit to their training plan and schedule their lessons upfront.