Posted by Stu West on June 07, 1998 at 11:25:25:
In Reply to: Re: Any Pointing Labs in NE/IA posted by John Ode on June 06, 1998 at 22:12:08:
There are a number of qualified PL trainers in the US. The supply is low in comparison to traditonal Lab trainers so be prepared to travel a bit.
Some critical points to consider:
1) Is your dog tuff enuf to take collar training? (Many PLs are soft and react negatively to collars, as do many pointers/setters)
2) Does the trainer breed also?? (A conflict of interest for trainers)
3) Is the trainer TRAIL training or FAMILY-HUNTER training?
A partial listing:
Dan York 316-636-2107
Tom Dokken 507-744-2616
Larry Heil 308-384-1517
Terry Holzinger 612-440-1600
Paul Knutson 303-637-9382
Jim Helm 308-728-7926