Business Details
Professional Dog Training & Boarding Services in Portland
Minoggie Kennels, located on a 150-acre farm just 20 minutes from downtown Portland, Oregon, has been a trusted name in canine training and care since 1984. Our expertise spans obedience training, competitive hunt test preparation, and boarding services tailored to retrievers and all dog breeds. With decades of hands-on experience, we specialize in developing top-tier hunting retrievers that excel in AKC-certified events, drawing on a legacy of 22 Master National Hunter titleholders. Our facilities feature daily exercise programs, off-leash play areas, and personalized care for boarded dogs, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. We prioritize owner participation in training to foster strong dog-owner partnerships, emphasizing positive reinforcement balanced with discipline.Our team, led by Doug and Kim Shade, brings over 75 combined years of experience in canine development, maintaining a family-centric approach to every dog we train or board. We offer stud services with proven champions like Riddle, whose lineage contributes to our selective breeding program for high-performance hunting dogs. Our boarding services include medication administration, grooming, and 24/7 on-site oversight for added security. With a focus on practical skills like blind retrieves and hand signals, our intensive training programs cater to serious competitors while maintaining accessibility for casual hunters. We invite clients to explore our legacy of excellence through personalized consultations and facility tours.
Services
Dog Boarding
Obedience Training
Gun Dog Training
Hunt Test Preparation
Stud Services
Puppy Training
Retriever Training
AKC Certification
Senior Hunter Training
Family Companion Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 38 years of AKC-certified hunt test training experience
- Our 150-acre facility provides optimal training and boarding conditions
- We maintain a 22-dog Master National Hunter title legacy
- Our team lives on-site for 24/7 canine care oversight
- We provide personalized owner-participation training programs
Associations and certifications
- AKC
Services
Dog Boarding
Our boarding services provide secure, clean accommodations with twice-daily cleaning and supervised off-leash exercise. Dogs receive personalized care including medication administration, grooming, and field cuts. The on-site veterinarian ensures prompt medical attention when needed.
Hunt Test Training
This intensive program develops advanced retrieving skills for AKC competitions. Dogs learn blind retrieves, whistle commands, and hand signals through structured field exercises designed for serious competitors.
Obedience Training
We build foundational obedience skills essential for advanced training. Our methods combine positive reinforcement with structured discipline to create responsive, well-mannered hunting companions and family pets.
Stud Services
Our proven stud dogs produce championship bloodlines with documented health clearances. We offer breeding consultations and documentation services to maintain genetic quality and performance traits in retriever litters.
Puppy Training
We provide early socialization and basic obedience training for puppies. Our program establishes foundational skills that prepare young dogs for advanced hunting or companion roles through positive, age-appropriate methods.
People
Doug Shade
Head Trainer
With 38 years of AKC hunt test experience, Doug has qualified 100 dogs at Master Nationals. He specializes in developing championship retrievers while maintaining a passion for practical hunting applications and training innovation.
Kim Shade
Training Director
Kim brings decades of canine care expertise, focusing on obedience training and boarding operations. Her methodology emphasizes positive reinforcement and owner involvement to strengthen dog-owner partnerships through structured, compassionate training.
Questions
What training programs do you offer for hunting dogs?
We provide AKC-certified hunt test training, gun dog instruction, and obedience programs for retrievers. Our intensive curriculum develops skills in blind retrieves, hand signals, and competitive field performance.
Do you offer boarding services for non-retriever breeds?
Yes, our boarding facilities accommodate all dog breeds with daily exercise, grooming options, and medication administration by trained staff.
Can beginners participate in your training programs?
We offer Junior Stake preparation for novice handlers focusing on marked retrieves, plus foundational obedience training for casual hunters.
What stud services are available at your kennel?
Our proven stud dogs like Riddle (Island Acres Terrible Conundrum MH) have produced multiple Master Hunters. The $1,500 service includes breeding expertise and lineage documentation.
How do you ensure quality in your breeding program?
We selectively breed from championship lines with documented health clearances, focusing on both performance excellence and temperament traits.
