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About Working Dog Kennels
Our Mission
At Working Dog Kennels, our mission is to provide top-quality affordable pet training services to Northern Utah. We help dogs and their owners build strong, lasting relationships; every dog deserves the chance to learn and grow. We are committed to making that happen for as many pets as possible. Please give us a call at 801-669-6264
Meet The Trainer
Free In Person Consultations
Free In Person Consultations
Free In Person Consultations
We would love to meet you and your pup prior to training. This is when we can go over any questions, concerns and expectations that you might have. We don't bite!
we're located in Utah County!
Tyler Goold
Free In Person Consultations
Free In Person Consultations
Tyler is a down-to-earth dog lover with a lifelong passion for all animals. Growing up, Tyler was always surrounded by dogs, and they quickly became his greatest joy. His first five pups—a Great Pyrenees, GSP, Lab, Redbone Hound, and a Belgian Malinois named Lotus. In fact, Lotus was his college sidekick, attending every class with him
Tyler is a down-to-earth dog lover with a lifelong passion for all animals. Growing up, Tyler was always surrounded by dogs, and they quickly became his greatest joy. His first five pups—a Great Pyrenees, GSP, Lab, Redbone Hound, and a Belgian Malinois named Lotus. In fact, Lotus was his college sidekick, attending every class with him at Southern Utah University (SUU), where Tyler earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
While still in high school and throughout college, Tyler worked hands-on with dogs of all breeds at local training companies. These experiences inspired his mission: helping people build stronger, more fulfilling relationships with their dogs. Whether you’re looking to teach your dog obedience, solve behavior issues, or prepare them for specialized training, Tyler’s expertise and friendly approach will make the journey rewarding for both you and your furry friend. He’s excited to meet you and your dog and help you achieve your training goals!
Training Method
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Training Method
All of our training packages include a one-to-five month stay at our home in Elk Ridge, Utah, where your dog becomes part of our family during their training journey. We only take in six dogs a month, ensuring that your dog gets more one-on-one training time than any other program out there.
A one-month stay gives your dog the time they
All of our training packages include a one-to-five month stay at our home in Elk Ridge, Utah, where your dog becomes part of our family during their training journey. We only take in six dogs a month, ensuring that your dog gets more one-on-one training time than any other program out there.
A one-month stay gives your dog the time they need to master all the basic obedience commands and skills. Beyond that, we also focus on addressing any specific challenges your dog may have, like jumping, leash pulling, or even aggression.
Our ultimate goal? To train your dog to be a well-mannered, leash-free companion who can confidently run alongside you wherever life takes you. Let us help unlock your dog’s full potential!
Training Packages
General Obedience
- Kennel — Enter crate, kennel, or designated space on command
- Sit / Stay — Sit and remain in position until released
- Here — Immediate recall when called
- Front to Side Heel — Move from front position to handler’s side and sit
- Walking Heel — Walk calmly at handler’s side without pulling
- Leave It — Disengage from objects, distractions, or temptations
- Off — No jumping on people or objects
Retriever Training
- Bird Introduction — Build prey drive and confidence
- Gun Introduction — Proper, controlled exposure to gunfire
- General Obedience Completed — Solid foundation before advanced work
- Force Fetch / Forced Retrieve — Reliable hold, fetch, and delivery
- Hunt Commands & Nose Work — Directional control and scent use
- Swim Work — Confident water entry and retrieves
- Steady to Shot — Remain composed until released
- Decoy Introduction — Comfortable working through decoys
- Marking Drills (Land & Water) — Improve memory and focus
- Single Marks & Retrieves — Clean, accurate retrieves
- Dead Bird Work — Extensive reps with ducks and pheasants
- Real Hunting Scenarios — Practice in true-to-life conditions
- Owner Training — Teach handling, timing, and field control
Upland Training
- Gun Introduction — Proper, controlled exposure to gunfire
- Bird Introduction — Build prey drive and confidence
- Kenneling — Enter and remain in kennel on command
- Here — Reliable recall on command
- Whoa Training — Steady stand until released
- Whistle Commands — Clear responses to whistle cues
- E-Collar Conditioning — Applied to previously taught obedience commands
- Hunting & Pointing Development — Encourage natural hunting and point instincts
- Bird Work in Varied Terrain — Exposure to multiple field conditions
- Real Hunting Scenarios — Shooting birds over the dog
- Owner Handling Training — Teach proper handling and field control
Shed/Hound Hunting
Bite/Protection Work
Aggression Training
- Scent Training – Build strong nose work for big game and sheds
- Trail & Track Work – Develop consistency on hot and cold tracks
- Pack Manners – Improve teamwork and control in group hunts
- Obedience in the Field – Reliable commands under real hunting conditions
- Shed Hunting Training – Teach efficient search and natural indication
Aggression Training
Bite/Protection Work
Aggression Training
- Comprehensive Behavior Assessment – Identify root causes of aggression.
- Customized Training Plan – Tailored strategies for your dog’s unique needs.
- Obedience & Impulse Control – Build focus and calm response to triggers.
- Desensitization & Counterconditioning – Rebuild positive associations.
- Socialization Sessions – Safe, structured exposure
- Comprehensive Behavior Assessment – Identify root causes of aggression.
- Customized Training Plan – Tailored strategies for your dog’s unique needs.
- Obedience & Impulse Control – Build focus and calm response to triggers.
- Desensitization & Counterconditioning – Rebuild positive associations.
- Socialization Sessions – Safe, structured exposure to people and dogs.
- Handler Education – Teach owners how to manage and prevent aggression.
- Follow-Up Support – Ongoing coaching and progress checks.
- Safety First Approach – Prioritize control, confidence, and trust.
Bite/Protection Work
Bite/Protection Work
Bite/Protection Work
- Temperament Evaluation – Ensure suitability for protection work
- Foundation Obedience – Control before protection
- Grip Development – Build full, calm, confident bites
- Targeting & Release – Clear bite placement and reliable outs
- Drive Building – Develop confidence and intensity correctly
- Threat Recognition – Teach when and when not to
- Temperament Evaluation – Ensure suitability for protection work
- Foundation Obedience – Control before protection
- Grip Development – Build full, calm, confident bites
- Targeting & Release – Clear bite placement and reliable outs
- Drive Building – Develop confidence and intensity correctly
- Threat Recognition – Teach when and when not to engage
- Handler Control – Strong obedience under high drive
- Scenario Training – Realistic protection situations
- Safety Focused – Proper equipment, structure, and progression