BlackFoot Kennels
Dog & Puppy Training Services
"Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen."
- Orhan Pamuk
** We are currently BOOKED for all Board and Train programs until November 2022. Check back for updates. **
Board and Train:
All Breed Puppy Kindergarten Program
4 weeks: $2,000.00
Next Opening NOV 2022
Puppies 12 weeks to 9 months at time of enrollment
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On leash foundation training
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Basic manners:
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leash walking
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meet and greet / no jumping
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polite walking through doors
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waiting for food
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place training
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Sit
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Stay
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Down
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Recall
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Socialization:
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crated car ride 1X weekly
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meeting new people
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off site training 1X weekly (parks, dog friendly shops, etc..)
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safe exposure to other dogs, cats, and chickens on site.
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Crate training / housebreaking routine
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Positive motivational training with almost 100% schedule of reward. Behavior establishment foundation for your future advanced obedience super star!
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Proprioception and conditioning work targeted for growing puppies
Includes: 1 hour outgoing lesson & homework manual
Board and Train:
All Breed Basic Obedience Program
4 weeks: $2,000.00
Next Opening NOV 2022
9 months + at time of enrollment
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On leash foundation training
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Basic manners:
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leash walking
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meet and greet / no jumping
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polite walking through doors
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waiting for food
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place training
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Sit
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Stay
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Down
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Recall
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Socialization:
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crated car ride 1X weekly
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meeting new people
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off site training 1X weekly (parks, dog friendly shops, etc..)
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safe exposure to other dogs, cats, and chickens on site.
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Increased (maturity appropriate) distraction training.
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Alternating schedule of positive reinforcement teaching with introduction to maturity appropriate pressure.
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1X weekly supervised canine treadmill session for dog 12 months and older.
Includes: 1 hour outgoing lesson & homework manual
Board and Train:
All Breed Off Leash E Collar Program
6 weeks: $3,200.00
Next Opening NOV 2022
9 months + at time of enrollment
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Includes e - collar for you to take home.
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On leash & OFF LEASH foundation training
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Basic manners:
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leash walking
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meet and greet / no jumping
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polite walking through doors
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waiting for food
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place training
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Sit
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Stay
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Down
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Recall
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Socialization:
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crated car ride 1X weekly
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meeting new people
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off site training 1X weekly (parks, dog friendly shops, etc..)
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safe exposure to other dogs, cats, and chickens on site.
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Increased (maturity appropriate) distraction training.
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Alternating schedule of positive reinforcement teaching with introduction to maturity appropriate pressure using e collar.
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1X weekly supervised canine treadmill session for dog 12 months and older.
Includes: 1 hour outgoing lesson,
e-collar & homework manual
E-Collar Training conditioning & Private lesson package:
All Breed Off Leash E Collar Program
3 private sessions + e-collar: $450.00
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3 private lessons ( 1 hour each )
&
The NEW! Educator FT-330 Finger Trainer!
Featuring:
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1/2 Mile Range
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Low to Medium Power
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Wireless 12ft finger button
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100 Levels Dial Adjustable with “Lock and Set” Feature
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Tapping Sensation (Non-Stim Vibration)
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Tone Option
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LCD Transmitter Display
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Low Battery Indicators (Transmitter and Receiver)
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Lithium Polymer Batteries (2 hour Rapid Charge)
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Lost Transmitter Locator Function
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Remote Activated LED Collar Light
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Waterproof (Transmitter and Collar)
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Heavy Duty Biothane Collar Strap
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User Expandable to a Two Dog System
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Made in the USA
Includes homework manual
Board and Train:
Retriever: Puppy Head Start Program
3 Months (min): $5,600.00
+ additional months: $1800 ea.
Next Opening NOV 2022
Puppy foundation work for young retrievers ages 12 weeks +
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Housebreaking
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Crate training
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leash walking
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Hunt test holding blind manners
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Shaped positive retrieve
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Basic puppy commands including:
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Here, Heel, Place, Sit, Down, Kennel
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Introduction to gun fire, swimming, truck travel, BIRDS, and other "field basics"
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Pups are started with positive, balanced and fair methods. You puppy will be eager to learn and more than prepared for his/her future a field!
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With extended stay (and maturity appropriate timing) we will move on to basics for young and transition level hunt test work.
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Optional AKC hunt test entry for JH - MH titles.
Dead birds are included. Live shot birds (pigeons / ducks / pheasants) at market price & invoiced monthly.
Hunt Test Fees: entry cost plus $100 per stake (JH + SH) $150 for MH
Board and Train:
Retriever: Basic to Transition Program
2 Month (min): $4,000.00
+ additional months: $1800 ea.
Next Opening NOV 2022
Basics for Young & Transition level Hunt Test Retrievers
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Hunt test holding blind manners
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Force Fetch
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e-collar conditioning.
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Obedience:
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Here, Heel, Place, Sit, Down, Kennel.
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Marking skills with birds/ wingers and throwers in the field.
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gun fire, swimming, truck travel.
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Yard drills:
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3/5 hand casting, no-no drills, single T, swim-by, taught & pattern blinds.
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Intro to cold blinds for those dogs who are ready.
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Optional AKC hunt test entry for JH - MH titles.
Dead birds are included. Live shot birds (pigeons / ducks / pheasants) at market price & invoiced monthly.
Hunt Test Fees: entry cost plus $100 per stake (JH + SH) $150 for MH
Private Lessons:
Obedience: Puppy, Beginner, and Advanced.
In Hemingway 1 Hour: $70.00
Off-site (Georgetown or Myrtle Beach): $75.00
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ALL AGES & Skill Levels
Customized 1 hour sessions tailored to your needs and goals:
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Formal Obedience
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Increase engagement
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Extended stays
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Positions our of motion
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Heads up heel work
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Trial prep
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Rally Obedience
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Learn about the fun sport of AKC Rally Obedience and prepare for your first (or 100th) trial!
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AKC Canine Good Citizen Test Preparation
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Manners & Pet Dog Training
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Group Obedience Classes:
"Obedience Under the Oaks"
All levels (AKC STAR PUPPY to Advanced obedience skills).
1 Hour: $30.00
AKC STAR PUPPY: 6 classes $140
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All Ages / Any Skill Level Obedience Training
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Obedience Under the Oaks:
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Group class (min 3 max 6)
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From AKC STAR Puppy to Advanced level obedience.
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Train with like minded handlers and brush up on your skills with the added distraction of other dogs and puppies in attendance.
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Each class will feature different obedience skills to focus on and practice according to your dog's training level and maturity.
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Build on your foundation & come as often as you wish. Classes are offered 1 - 2 X weekly on a pay as you go basis.
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Prep class for AKC CGC
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Attend 6 classes with your puppy at a discounted rate and earn your AKC STAR puppy certificate!
AKC Programs:
CGC (Canine Good Citizen) testing & AKC Title Opportunity.
Test: $25.00 for 1st dog / $15.00 each additional dog with the same handler.
STAR PUPPY: 6 weeks of Group Obedience classes for puppies under 12 months of age.
$140.00
Book Now!
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy requirements can be fulfilled by attending 6 group sessions of "Obedience Under the Oaks" and passing a puppy "test" during your 6th session.
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AKC CGC testing is offered every other month.
Virtual Consultation
& Online training
45 min: $65.00
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When hands-on actions and in person critiques are not always possible due to location and schedule conflicts. BlackFoot trainers are happy to schedule an online mini- program with you! Discuss troubleshooting and submit video of you working with your dog or puppy for feedback, critique and advice.
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Please be sure to have access to; a VIMEO account (for video sharing) & a ZOOM account for face to face chats. Consults available Mon & Wed 7pm - 7:45pm
What you get with an online Training consultation package:
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You will receive an email with a link and code for you to download your printable 20 page "homework booklet" PDF.
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Start your online consultation with the 45 minute scheduled virtual zoom meeting you selected at time of booking.
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Next you will be given instructions on how to submit a recorded video session of you working with your dog for your trainer to review and critique. *Maximum 10 minutes in length.
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Your trainer will respond to your video with a recorded follow up critique of your work in progress.