About Cooperstown Kennels

What it is

Cooperstown Kennels describes itself as "a small, family owned kennel located on 5.1 acres in Central Wisconsin who specializes in breeding and training versatile Pointing Labradors for hunting upland and waterfowl." The goal it sets out is a dog that works both ways: "We strive to produce versatile hunting companions who excel in the field and can relax at home," and "Our dogs are hunters, hunt test competitors and loving family pets."

Training and other services

Training outside dogs is named as one of the three things the kennel does: "Whether you are interested in stud services, getting your next versatile hunting companion from us, or having us train your dog, we are a full-service kennel." The website's own sections are the home page and a "Why Cooperstown Kennels?" page.

The claim the kennel makes

The home page states: "We are home to more Grand Master Pointing Retrievers that are also Hunting Retriever Champions than any other kennel in the United States." That is the kennel's own published claim.

What to ask

Ask who owns the kennel, what training costs, what certifications are held, and how the program is structured and how long it runs.