Wichita Retriever Training ExaminerKen McNutt While it is possible to train a field retriever by yourself, it is much easier and more efficient to train with the help of someone who can throw training marks or plant blinds.  A training group, when utilized properly, is an excellent way to train.   A training group can [...]

Statics show that it costs $16,400 to raise an average sized dog to reach age 11. Can you even calculate what it costs to raise a dog for competition?  Nobody even wants to know the answer to that question.  So wouldn’t it make sense to do the best job possible in the process of training [...]

Pin Oak HRC presents a Bill Hillmann Seminar Covering Basics, Transition and Advanced Training Date: April 25 and 26, 2009 Location: Mayflower, AR (Between NLR, AR  and Conway, AR) Hosted By: Pin Oak Hunting Retriever Club Please contact Larry McMurry @ 501-580-1953, 17510 Crystal Valley Rd. LR, AR 72210, fieldrep9@att.net Early Registration: Sign up prior [...]

By Bill Hillmann In retriever puppy training the key is to get the retrieving going first. You have to have a wild puppy before you start to do obedience. First thing is to get them wild to retrieve. If they aren’t wild to retrieve, you don’t want to start making them sit and walk on [...]

Dog training is about the relationship between the handler and the dog. The dog looks to the handler for guidance, stability and rewarding experiences. The relationship between man and dog should be based on admiration and respect, not based on fear. In my opinion, one of the first and most important things you can do with your new puppy [...]