Rheaume's Kennel

   Being a 3rd generation dog handler, Paul has over 30 years experience with pointing and flushing breeds.  Rheaume's Kennel offers a 4-week gundog class that is all inclusive.  It covers obedience, introduction to gunfire, establishing and holding point (for pointing breeds), fieldwork with live birds, and land and water retrieving.  This is an excellent program for young dogs just starting out, for experienced dogs tuning up, or for dogs with issues.

     Your dog will stay at our state-of-the-art kennels for the duration of the class.  The kennels are double fenced and are located only 20 yards from our house which provides for 24 hour supervision.  We have an acre fenced exercise run for playtime and a back course for fieldwork.  Our back course consists of natural habitat and a pond for the complete hunting experience.  We use Bob White quail, pigeons, and ducks which are included in the price of the class.

    In addition to the standard vaccinations, all dogs must be given Bordatella to protect against Kennel Cough and GiardiaVax for protection against Giardia.  You must inform your vet on your need for GiardiaVax to ensure that your dog receives all the necessary boosters before coming to our kennel.  Note:  Some vets do not carry GiardiaVax and will have to order specifically for you.  You need to bring the current shot records for verification to the drop off appointment.  Also bring a 40 lb. to 50 lb. bag of feed for your dog to keep him on his regular diet.

     Our 4-week Gundog class costs $500.  There is no deposit required to sign up for the class, however, $200 is due at the drop off appointment and $300 at the end of the class.  Each dog is given a 2-week evaluation period, after which we will inform you on your dog's performance.  You are welcome to come work your dog with Paul anytime after the 2 weeks.  We work well with owners and their dogs.