Business Details
Professional Gun Dog Training in Utah
Vom Ridgeline is a full-time professional gun dog training facility with over 28 years of experience serving clients worldwide. Located in northeastern Utah, we specialize in customized training programs tailored to the unique needs of pointing, flushing, and retrieving breeds. Our methodology focuses on developing each dog's natural instincts while building obedience and performance skills. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, offering weekly progress updates and personalized phone consultations.Our team's deep understanding of canine behavior and nutrition ensures dogs receive holistic care that enhances their hunting capabilities. With a proven track record of producing championship-level dogs, we maintain long-term relationships with clients through our commitment to excellence and ethical training practices.
Services
Upland Training
Waterfowl Training
Puppy Development
Basic Obedience
E-collar Conditioning
Bird Introduction
Gun Shyness Breaking
Wild Bird Hunting
Blood Tracking
Free Evaluation
Highlights and features
- We offer 28+ years of specialized gun dog training experience
- Our programs customize training to each dog's breed and hunting style
- We provide weekly progress updates with pictures and videos
- Our team includes certified pro-trainers with global client experience
- We guarantee personalized phone consultations for training guidance
What people say
Outstanding trainer
Amazing results
Personalized approach
Weekly updates
Passionate about dogs
Services
Gun Dog Training
Our gun dog training program develops hunting dogs through customized programs tailored to each breed's natural instincts. We focus on obedience, bird introduction, and field performance. With over 28 years of experience, our pro-trainers use proven methods to create championship-level hunting companions while maintaining ethical training standards.
Puppy Development
This program introduces puppies as young as six months to hunting fundamentals. We build prey drive, gun desensitization, and basic obedience through controlled environments. Our early development focuses on creating balanced dogs ready for advanced training while establishing strong handler relationships from the start.
Obedience Training
Our obedience program teaches essential commands like heel, sit, kennel, and e-collar conditioning. We establish clear boundaries to transform unruly dogs into disciplined hunting partners. This foundational training ensures control in field environments while maintaining the dog's natural hunting instincts.
Bird Introduction
This specialized training introduces dogs to birds in controlled field settings. We develop natural pointing, flushing, and retrieving instincts using live birds and game simulations. Our method builds confidence and prey drive while ensuring proper response to handler commands during hunting scenarios.
Gun Shyness Breaking
Our program addresses gun sensitivity through gradual desensitization techniques. We rebuild confidence using controlled exposure to gunfire while maintaining positive associations. This specialized training helps dogs overcome trauma and develop proper field behavior around firearms for effective hunting performance.
People
Roger Kynaston
Owner & Pro-Trainer
With over 28 years of experience, Roger Kynaston is a master gun dog trainer and founder of Vom Ridgeline. He specializes in developing championship hunting dogs through personalized training programs. Roger's expertise in canine behavior and nutrition has earned global recognition from clients and industry professionals alike.
Questions
What breeds do you train?
We train all pointing, flushing, and retrieving breeds including Drahthaars, German Shorthairs, English Pointers, and more.
How long does training take?
Programs range from 30 to 60 days depending on the dog's age, breed, and training level requirements.
Do you offer evaluations?
Yes, we provide free evaluations to assess each dog's natural abilities before starting training.
How do you handle progress updates?
We provide weekly updates with pictures, videos, and phone calls to keep owners informed throughout the training process.
What makes your training unique?
Our programs customize training to each dog's personality and the owner's hunting style for optimal results.
Do you offer handler education?
Yes, we include handler training to ensure owners can maintain their dog's performance after training completes.