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About Working Dog Kennels
Our Mission
At Working Dog Kennels, our mission is to provide top-quality pet training services that help dogs, and their owners build strong, lasting relationships. We believe that every dog deserves the chance to learn and grow, and we are committed to making that happen for as many pets as possible.
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!
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
Here’s what your dog will learn during their one-month training with us:
- Kennel: A command to guide your dog into a crate, kennel, or designated space.
- Sit/Stay: Your dog will learn to sit and stay in place until you release them.
- Here: A reliable recall command to bring your dog to you every time.
- Front to Side Heel: A command for your dog to move from the front position to your side and sit.
- Walking Heel: Your dog will walk calmly at your side without pulling.
- Leave It: A command to teach your dog not to touch or engage with something.
- Off: A command to prevent jumping on people or furniture.
We also include:
- E-Collar Conditioning: Gentle and effective training to reinforce commands.
- Owner-Specific Behavior Training: Addressing any unique behaviors or goals for your dog.
- Owner Training: Helping you understand and maintain your dog’s training for a smooth transition home.
Retriever Training
- E-Collar Conditioning: Gentle and effective training to reinforce commands and improve responsiveness.
- General Obedience: Ensuring your dog masters essential commands for a solid foundation.
- Gun Introduction: Gradually acclimating your dog to the sound of gunfire to ensure confidence and calmness.
- Place and Steady to Name: Training your dog to stay in position until their name is called.
- Duck Scent Recognition: Teaching your dog to identify and track duck scent effectively.
- Force Fetch Retrieve (Hand Delivery): Ensuring reliable retrieves with proper hand delivery.
- Decoy Introduction: Familiarizing your dog with decoys to ensure calm and focused behavior.
- Swimming Exercises: Building confidence and stamina in the water for stronger performance.
- Mark Training on Land and Water: Developing your dog’s ability to mark and retrieve in diverse environments.
- Steady to Command from Land Blind or Boat: Training your dog to remain steady and responsive in real hunting scenarios.
- Optional Handling or Casting: Advanced training for directional control upon request.
Upland Training
- Obedience with E-Collar Conditioning: Reinforcing key commands using a gentle and effective e-collar approach.
- Gun Introduction: Gradually acclimating your dog to the sound of gunfire to ensure confidence and calmness.
- Whoa Training: Teaching your dog to stop and stand still on command, a critical skill for hunting.
- Scent Recognition: Training your dog to identify and follow specific scents with precision.
- Force Fetch Retrieve (Hand Delivery): Ensuring your dog retrieves reliably and delivers to hand every time.
- Live Bird Training Scenarios: Practicing real-life hunting situations with live birds to build experience.
- Owner Training: Providing you with the tools and knowledge to continue your dog’s success at home.
Shed/Hound Hunting
Bite/Protection Work
Aggression Training
- E-Collar Conditioning: Reinforcing commands with a gentle, effective training method.
- Antler/Big Game Scent Recognition: Teaching your dog to identify and track antler and big game scents with precision.
- Hunt Command: Training your dog to search and hunt efficiently on command.
- Force Fetch Retrieve (Hand Delivery): Ensuring your dog retrie
- E-Collar Conditioning: Reinforcing commands with a gentle, effective training method.
- Antler/Big Game Scent Recognition: Teaching your dog to identify and track antler and big game scents with precision.
- Hunt Command: Training your dog to search and hunt efficiently on command.
- Force Fetch Retrieve (Hand Delivery): Ensuring your dog retrieves antlers or sheds reliably and delivers them to hand.
- Practice Hunt Scenarios on the Property: Simulating real-life hunting situations for skill refinement.
- Live Hunting Practice on Different Terrain: Building your dog’s confidence and adaptability in diverse environments.
Aggression Training
Bite/Protection Work
Aggression Training
- Behavior Assessment and Triggers Identification
- Desensitization and Counterconditioning
- Resource Guarding Management
- Impulse Control Training (e.g., Leave It Command)
- Controlled Socialization with Dogs and People
- Structured Exercise and Mental Stimulation
- Professional Training Sessions with a Behaviorist
- Gradual Exposure to Stressful Situations
- Regular Check-ins and Consistency at Home
Bite/Protection Work
Bite/Protection Work
Bite/Protection Work
- Puppy Selection and Temperament Testing
- Obedience Training
- Controlled Bite Development (Using Sleeves or Tugs)
- Building Confidence in Various Environments
- Targeted Bite Command Training (e.g., "Bite" and "Out")
- Handler Protection Scenarios
- Controlled Aggression on Command
- Socialization with Neutral People and Dogs
- Environmental Desensitization (
- Puppy Selection and Temperament Testing
- Obedience Training
- Controlled Bite Development (Using Sleeves or Tugs)
- Building Confidence in Various Environments
- Targeted Bite Command Training (e.g., "Bite" and "Out")
- Handler Protection Scenarios
- Controlled Aggression on Command
- Socialization with Neutral People and Dogs
- Environmental Desensitization (Noise, Crowds, Surfaces)
- Regular Practice with Professional Trainers