We teach every command then enforce it based on refinement of position and timing. The owners are plugged into the program at certain intervals based on what is beneficial to the retriever. We encourage the owners to be present as often as they can whether they are actually at hands on stage or not.

Here are some of our programs available to you and your dog:

Basic Handling: Our basics program gives the dog a head start on handling and lining and is probably a little more advanced than most programs. More...

Basic Retriever Training: This program has been developed to thoroughly engrain the obedience of your basic commands into the dog’s vocabulary while always looking forward to how each individual dog’s personality will evolve and transition these commands to the field. More...

Head Start Program: Our puppy head-start program has been designed to develop instincts and teach the pup how to learn. More...

Hunt Test Handling Services: Bear Creek on the Bayou also provides the service of handling retrievers in UKC & AKC hunt tests. With 12 plus years in the hunt test game we have handled dogs to over 250 titles in the UKC and with moderate participation over 100 AKC titles. More...

One on One: Bear Creek also provides a One on One program that caters to the owner wishing to train his or her own retriever but recognizes the need for professional guidance. More...

Rebuilding: On occasion we will take on dogs that were started or what we call ‘book trained’ then the owner finds that there are restraints such as hurdles that the dog is not overcoming because the owner lacks the experience, time or patience to troubleshoot the problems. More...

Tuneups: After you have a trained retriever you certainly want to maintain their education if not advance it. We have a maintenance and tune up program to help keep your companion sharp. More...

Advanced Retriever Training: Our advanced program is a continuation of our Basic Handling program with more distance and more complex blinds and marking. More...

Facilities and Location: Bear Creek on the Bayou Retrievers’ facilities rest on the beautiful rolling hills and is nestled in the hardwoods just north of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. More...

We hope the descriptions of our services are complete enough to answer most all of your questions, but most of all we hope it opens the window of opportunity for you to experience a complete dog training service. Our goals to strive to be the best we can be is a never-ending pursuit for we feel there is always room to improve. We feel we are truly blessed to not only live and work in what started out to be a hobby but to have the ability to share with you what we have learned and experienced over the years to provide you with a way to enjoy your companion to the fullest. We also extend an invitation to you to come tour our facilities and spend time with us down on the bayou to find out how: “We Specialize in the Hunting Retriever”

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Or phone us at 1-225-936-2598