Steve Ries

Thank you for your training interest with Top Gun Kennel. We never imagined growing into the business we have today when we were looking for that great hunting companion. Sixteen years later, we feel we have learned a great deal about breeding, training, testing, trialing along with the different needs our customers have in all parts of the country. Titles are only important to us if we can learn something from them. Having a great hunting/Family companion, reading testimonies of successful hunts, training accomplishments and the many wholesome Family experiences are our most rewarding achievements. Our goal in this business is to make a positive contribution to this breed, by teaching others to train and breed better German Shorthairs, while making new Friends and many enjoyable memories.

We have found reward in sharing the knowledge and experience we have with others to help others succeed in reaching their training, hunting and personal goals and relationships. We have learned that we are more effective in teaching others in both upland and water fowl to become "Master" trainers then to train "Master" dogs and return them back to their owners. We support others wanting to start their own training and breeding programs with sharing advice and using our experience to reach their needs. First time dog owners are participating with the top breeders and trainers across this country with success. And most importantly people are becoming more confident in themselves, finding that enjoyment they have been looking for.

We no longer take dogs into our kennel for training! We have a built a trusting relationship with each member of TEAM Sport Trainers and other proven professional trainers with confidence that each one of them will succeed in training your dog and you to your highest needs! You too will learn to trust them to care for your hunting companion and work hard to meet your needs!

Steve Ries

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