About Wolf Creek Retrievers

Retriever training center in Caddo Mills

Wolf Creek Retrievers is a full-service retriever training center in Caddo Mills, about 40 miles northeast of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Established in 2002 and at its current 40-acre site since July 2006, it has a modern kennel with indoor and outdoor runs, several technical ponds and access to thousands of acres of nearby land and water. Owner and head trainer Orie Mathews, a former United States Marine, runs it with his wife Teri, who trains obedience and young dogs, and their daughter Kamdyn, a junior trainer. The family lives on site.

Programs

The Puppy Head Start (1-4 months) introduces puppies 2-4 months old to water, gunfire, birds, boats, decoys, basic obedience and socialization. Basic gun dog training (4-6 months) adds trained retrieve, steadiness and simulated hunts, aiming at AKC Junior Hunter and HRC Started tests. Intermediate adds multiple marks and blind handling, and Advanced prepares dogs for national-level hunt tests. A Summer Tune-Up sharpens experienced dogs. The six-week all-breed obedience course, for medium to large dogs six months and up, teaches heel on and off leash, here, kennel, and sit-stay. Boarding is also offered.

What to ask

Ask about monthly training fees and scheduling a visit. Contact Orie at 214-315-9500 or orie@wolfcreekretrievers.com.