About Rock River Kennels

Hunting dog training near Beaver Dam

Rock River Kennels is a gundog kennel in rural Beaver Dam, owned and run by Jeff and Jena Schwartz. The site says the kennel sits on 70 acres of woods, grass fields and ponds, with indoor heated runs and outdoor covered runs. Its focus is English Springer Spaniels, English Cocker Spaniels and Labrador Retrievers, and the stated aim is to work with the owner to build a hunting team, using long-term training methods meant to last the life of the dog.

Services

The site lists professional hunting dog training, general obedience for the field and at home, and handling dogs in AKC field trials and hunt tests. Boarding is offered, along with stud service and puppies from its own spaniel and retriever lines.

Experience

The owners say they have trained dogs professionally for over 30 years, have run spaniel and retriever field trials and hunt tests, and have judged many spaniel and retriever events.

What to ask

Ask how long a hunting dog program usually runs, whether your breed fits their program, and when you can visit the grounds. The site gives an email address rather than a phone number.