About Wild River Kennels

Family-run board and train in Bradford

Wild River Kennels is a family owned and operated board and train kennel in Bradford, run by the Parry family, offering training, boarding and daycare in Rhode Island. It describes the work as a true labor of love and aims for a professional yet intimate relationship built around each dog. Kiira Parry is owner and obedience trainer, and Chris Parry is owner and lead trainer.

Training programs

Obedience training is tailored to the individual dog and covers leash manners, sit, heel and more, with on-site board and train. Gundog training includes a retriever program with intermediate and advanced levels teaching steadiness and handling skills. The kennel can test and train dogs for the AKC Canine Good Citizen title, and it also offers raise and train dogs, personal dogs, a shuttle service and nutrition guidance. It serves Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and surrounding areas, and offers a free consultation.

What to ask

Ask about pricing, program lengths for board and train, and how gundog inquiries are scheduled.