🦆 BlackFoot Kennels Fall 3-Day Retriever Workshop Now Open For Registration.
- Danielle R. Pellicci

- Jul 14
- 2 min read

Retriever Training Workshop
October 16 - 18, 2026 | Hemingway, SC

FOR: Puppies, Beginner Teams, Transition Dogs, and Advanced Handlers seeking new insights.
Join BlackFoot Kennels for an exclusive three-day intensive workshop designed for dedicated Retriever owners / trainers / handlers. Led by accomplished trainer Danielle R. Pellicci, this session focuses on the ritual of establishing your personal standards and offering a unique outlook on the teaching methodology from puppy to transition and even advanced field work.
Workshop Foundations

Relationship Building
Learn to better read your puppy / dog so that you can teach through accountability and teamwork to avoid confusion.

For Novice to Transition Handlers and Dogs.
Hands on age-appropriate drills, marking concepts, handling fundamentals, steadiness, mechanics, and realistic hunting and hunt test scenarios.

Owner Prep
Comprehensive education on the AKC standards for hunt tests. Learn to develop a strong ritual for your hunt test etiquette as a team with your dog before you step to the line.
Limited Working Spots & Audit Spots Available
To ensure the highest quality of instruction and individual attention, working spots & audit spots are limited. Our July registration phase is now open, and availability is filling fast. Secure your position today to guarantee hands-on training for you and your retriever. This workshop is open to all handers ages 18+ complete newbies who are just getting started as well as advanced skilled trainers who would like to participate to get a "fresh view" or new insight into old skills. From beginner to brush up there will something for everyone! Light snacks & cooler refreshments included and will be available Fri - Sun.
For more details, prices, and an application to attend:


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