Business Details
16 Years
experience
Professional Sporting Dog Training & Boarding Services
Whistling Wings Kennel is a multi-generational sport dog training operation with over 50 years of family expertise in developing well-rounded sporting dogs. Our state-of-the-art facilities span 89 acres of purpose-built training grounds, including engineered water sources and mature hardwoods, designed to optimize the development of versatile outdoor companions. We specialize in waterfowl and upland game training, outdoor adventure programs, and obedience instruction, combining low-force, positive training methods with a formula of exercise, discipline, and affection.Owner involvement is integral to our programs, ensuring clients learn the skills necessary to maintain their dog's training. Our boarding facilities feature climate-controlled kennels and daily playtime, while our breeding program emphasizes genetics and health care. We serve hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and families seeking disciplined, capable canine companions.
Services
Obedience Training
Boarding Services
Waterfowl Training
Upland Bird Training
Outdoor Adventure Programs
Gundog Programs
Breeding Services
Shed Retrieval Training
Service Assistance Skills
Kennel Training
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of family dog training philosophy combined with modern veterinary care.
- Our state-of-the-art 89-acre facility includes engineered water sources and mature hardwoods for optimal training.
- We use low-force, positive training methods focused on exercise, discipline, and affection.
- Owner involvement is required in all programs to ensure skill retention and progression.
- Our boarding facilities feature climate-controlled kennels and daily playtime for comfort and safety.
What people say
Fantastic job
Success rate grow
Well rounded dog
Great obedience
Raised it through the roof
Services
Obedience Training
Our obedience program teaches essential commands like sit, recall, heel, and crate training. Dogs learn to function in public settings, family events, and outdoor excursions. Owners participate every two weeks to learn and reinforce skills, ensuring consistent behavior at home and in the field.
Waterfowl Training
This 6-month program prepares sporting dogs for waterfowl hunting. Dogs master multiple marks, directional commands up to 125 yards, and steadiness to birds. They gain experience in flooded timber stands and pit blinds while maintaining home obedience for versatile performance in field and household environments.
Boarding Services
Our boarding facility features climate-controlled indoor/outdoor kennels with daily playtime. Each dog receives individual attention, scheduled exercise, and pre-departure grooming. The 30x50 enclosed area ensures safety and comfort year-round with specialized heating and cooling systems for optimal living conditions.
Outdoor Adventure Programs
This course trains dogs for outdoor companionship during hikes, bike rides, and ATV trips. Dogs learn to heel beside owners, stay in place during campfires, and remain calm in open vehicles. The program includes housebreaking, object retrieval, and trailing behaviors for versatile outdoor performance.
Upland Bird Training
Our upland program teaches dogs to handle multiple marks, steady to wing and shot, and quarter under control. Dogs learn short cold blinds, game bird exposure, and field obedience. The curriculum balances field performance with household manners for versatile hunting companions in diverse terrain.
People
Jeremy Criscoe
Owner/Head Trainer
Jeremy leads training operations with decades of family expertise in sporting dog development. He oversees waterfowl and upland training programs, ensuring each dog meets performance standards while maintaining household obedience.
Maranda Criscoe
Breeding/Health Care/Whelping
Maranda manages breeding programs and health care protocols. She focuses on genetic quality, puppy development, and maintaining optimal health standards for all breeding dogs and litters produced at Whistling Wings Kennel.
James Skipper
Associate Trainer
James supports training programs with specialized focus on gundog development. He assists in field training sessions and works closely with owners to reinforce training techniques during client check-in periods.
Hannah Criscoe
Senior Trainer/Vet Tech
Hannah combines veterinary expertise with advanced training skills. She oversees health assessments, implements training protocols, and ensures medical care aligns with performance goals for all dogs in our programs.
Tiffany McCowan
Facilities Manager/Trainer
Tiffany maintains our 89-acre training grounds and assists in novice training programs. She ensures facilities meet safety standards while helping develop foundational skills in dogs new to sporting dog training.
Questions
What training programs do you offer?
We offer obedience, waterfowl, upland game, outdoor adventure, and gundog training programs tailored to sporting dogs.
Do you provide boarding services?
Yes, we offer climate-controlled boarding with daily playtime and staff interaction for all dogs.
How long are your training courses?
Most programs last 6 months with owner check-ins every 3 weeks or three visits during the course.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in North Alabama with specialized training grounds and facilities for sporting dogs.
Can I visit during my dog's training?
Yes, we encourage owner involvement with visits every 3 weeks or three times during the program.
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