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Berg
Brothers Training Program
Our approach to developing your hunting compani=
on
starts with this very straight forward premise. We will always be patient and avoi=
d the
use of excessive force. We un=
derstand
this concern having employed the services of several professional trainers =
over
the years and observing many others prior to making the leap from accomplis=
hed
Amateur to Professional trainer. &nbs=
p;
Aggressive tactics only serve to confuse the dog and slow the develo=
pment
process. Rough methods also t=
end to
compromise the dogs overall style and performance in the end. We patiently correct mistake=
s with
just enough force to help the dog understand what is expected. In the end, your dog’s poten=
tial
will be maximized without subjecting your dog to harsh methods. Second, we take on a limited
number of dogs. We are of the
opinion the best process is diligent and the dogs are worked at least once
every day. Many trainers opt =
to
take on a large number of dogs in order to advertise a lower weekly rate.
We also evaluate=
and
consider the best approach for each individual dog. No two dogs are exactly the same.<=
span
style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> While the milestones in training a=
re
roughly the same for every dog, the best approach for each dog is most
certainly not the same. We
carefully consider your dog’s progress and reaction to every step in =
the
training process and adjust our training techniques accordingly. There are no time tables in our
process. Each dog progresses
through our program based on the dog’s individual needs. There is no need to spend a week on
something the dog has mastered in two days, just as it is not wise to push
forward before the dog is ready.
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FACILITY
& GROUNDS
Construction of our new
kennel facility began in November 2007.&nb=
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The west wing has 16 runs dedicated to training / boarding and the e=
ast
wing has 20 kennels for dogs that have made our breeding program or are und=
er
evaluation. The kennel floor is heated and covered with e=
poxy
paint to insure the most sanitary conditions possible. Each wing also has a separate air
circulation system and plenty of natural light. The facility sits on 54 fully fenc=
ed
acres to assure the safety of your hunting companion. The grounds were in CPR for 10
years. There are nice patches=
of
cover interspersed over the entire area which naturally develops the instin=
ct
to seek likely cover. T=
his
type of cover allows us to observe nearly 100 of the dog’s actions and
reactions.
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We think=
of
our puppy program as elementary school for dogs. It is crucial to a pup’s
development to introduce them to birds and training at a very early age. We
prefer to start pups between 16 and 24 weeks of age. Pointing dogs that are properly
introduced to birds have a considerable development advantage over dogs who
encounter a limited number if birds prior to their first hunting season.
OWNER / HANDLER INSTRUCTION
Some of the most meaningful training we can provide in the form of instruction to the owner / handler. We have developed an interactive program working dogs side by side with our clients. The owner / handler attends several sessions which helps them to understand the various stages of development and the associated techniques required to dev= elop dogs or retain and improve upon the training we have provided. We work their dogs as well as other dogs to demonstrate specific elements or stages in the process. During these sessions we cover everything from whoa training to polishing manners on a dog that is steady = to wing and shot. A variety of m= ethods will be demonstrated and most importantly we will cover how to determine wh= ich techniques to utilize based on our observations of your dog. We will also cover strategies to e= mploy during the hunting season in order to maximize your dog’s potential a= nd develop polished manners around game.