FirstBarkI just got Buster back this week. We left him at six months and putting him in a four month program for retrieving hunting and obedience. I think he learned more in those four months than most dogs learning in a lifetime. He’s very well behaved manages with the E collar as well as without can’t wait to put him on some birds this fall.
Utah Bird Dog Training
Payson, Utah
About Utah Bird Dog Training
Utah Bird Dog Training provides professional bird dog and obedience training in Payson, Utah, backed by nearly 20 years of experience. We train retrievers, pointing dogs, and family dogs through structured board-and-train programs, from puppy foundations and obedience to advanced upland and waterfowl training. Our goal is to develop reliable, confident dogs that perform in the field and are enjoyable to live with at home. We work with dog owners throughout Utah and across the West.
Training & services
Training goals
- Leash training
- Obedience training
Program details
Our board-and-train obedience program gives dogs consistent daily training while staying at our facility. We focus on dependable obedience, better manners and creating a dog that is easier and more enjoyable to live with.
Structured obedience training designed to create a dependable dog at home and in everyday situations. We work on recall, leash manners, place, sit, kennel behavior, impulse control and reliable response around distractions.
- Recall training
How training happens
- Board and train
Program details
Board-and-train programs for hunting dogs and family dogs. Dogs stay at our Payson, Utah facility while receiving structured daily training customized to their experience level and training goals.
- Online or virtual training
- Owner coaching Customer-reported
Dog age
- Puppies
Training level
- Advanced training
- Beginner training
Support between sessions
- Photo updates
Assistance and working dogs
- Hunting dog training
Program details
Professional bird dog training from foundational skills through advanced field work. Programs are customized to each dog and may include obedience, bird introduction, steadiness, retrieving, handling and hunting preparation.
Complete hunting dog training for retrievers and pointing breeds. Programs are tailored to the individual dog and may include obedience, bird work, retrieving, field handling, steadiness and preparation for real hunting situations.
Retriever training for hunting dogs at all levels, from young-dog foundations through advanced handling. Training may include marking, blinds, whistle work, water retrieves, steadiness and realistic hunting setups.
Dog sports
- Scent work
Additional services
- Boarding
Other listed services
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- Breeding Program
- Dog Crates
- Dog Home
- Dog Running
- Dog Shows
- Dog Training Method
- Dog Training Program
- Dog Training Team
- Dog Training Training
- Dog's Collar
- Electronic Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Handling Training
Program details
Advanced training for retrievers that already have a solid foundation. We develop handling, blind retrieves, multiple marks, whistle response, steadiness and increasingly challenging land and water setups.
- Lab Pup
- Old Dog
- Place Training
- Scent Training
- Teaching The Dog
- Timid Dog
- Trainers Training
- Training Lessons
- Training Your Dog
- Shed Dog Training
Program details
Train your dog to hunt for and retrieve shed antlers using scent, search patterns and retrieving skills. Programs are customized to the dog’s experience level and build toward confident, independent searching.
- Retreiver Dog Training
Program details
Training for retrievers preparing for duck and goose hunting. Dogs may work on steadiness, marking, water retrieves, decoys, blinds, whistle handling and realistic hunting setups designed to prepare them for the field.
- Pointer Dog Training
Program details
Field training for pointing breeds focused on developing natural ability, confidence and reliable performance. Training may include bird introduction, quartering, pointing, steadiness, recall and preparation for upland hunting.
- Gun Introduction / Gun Conditioning
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Customer reviews
Google listing5
131 Google reviews
Mentioned in reviews
- Basic obedience 34
- Hunting dog training 23
- Field training 4
- Golden retriever training 3
- Happy pups 3
- Waterfowl training 3
All 10 topics
- Handler training 2
- Refresher training 2
- Timid dog 2
- Upland game training 2
Google review topics, not confirmed services.
Let me start with how we got here: my 3 kids spent months campaigning for a puppy, and because I wanted us all to be more active, I agreed to get a sweet baby golden retriever….but instead of the mellow-nap-in-the-sunbeam kind, we ended up with a field line golden, a crazy energe…Read full reviewClose full review
Let me start with how we got here: my 3 kids spent months campaigning for a puppy, and because I wanted us all to be more active, I agreed to get a sweet baby golden retriever….but instead of the mellow-nap-in-the-sunbeam kind, we ended up with a field line golden, a crazy energetic tornado living in our house. Enter Bird Dog Training. After 2 months they managed to work some kind of magic and we now have a dog who listens. My kids were worried he would turn into a robot who just sits in the corner following commands. They were happy to see he’s still a big goofy puppy, but his ability to do what we ask makes him 1000 times more manageable and we are a much happier family for it. 10/10 would totally recommend, and if they ever expand their business to include obedience training for children, I might know someone who’s interested 😆
My husband and I got our first Gordon Setter puppy back in February. A week into having him we knew he’d need a lot of patience and dedication to training. So when we found out about UBDT we realized that it was the perfect solution. After researching and asking all of the questi…Read full reviewClose full review
My husband and I got our first Gordon Setter puppy back in February. A week into having him we knew he’d need a lot of patience and dedication to training. So when we found out about UBDT we realized that it was the perfect solution. After researching and asking all of the questions like “will he remember us when he’s done with training” or “will his personality stay the same” we decided to jump on the obedience training. Well, now that he’s back it seems kind of silly that we even had those worries because our puppy is the same funny, goofy and loving dog; just obedient and easy to manage now! We were stoked to watch the trainer run through the commands and see the major improvements that were made. He listens to the commands, respects the boundaries and can still have a little fun BUT be reigned in as well. The obedience training was awesome and we wouldn’t have done it any other way. Thank-you to the trainers for working with our Lenny!
We can't say enough good things about Utah Bird Dog Training. We sent our golden retriever for 2 months for behavior training, and the experience exceeded every expectation. Tyson and Orlen were absolutely wonderful with our dog. It was clear from the start that they genuinely c…Read full reviewClose full review
We can't say enough good things about Utah Bird Dog Training. We sent our golden retriever for 2 months for behavior training, and the experience exceeded every expectation. Tyson and Orlen were absolutely wonderful with our dog. It was clear from the start that they genuinely cared about his wellbeing, not just his training. When we picked him up, they didn't just hand him back to us — they spent ample time walking us through all the commands he'd learned, making sure we understood how to reinforce his training at home. The transformation in his behavior was incredible. If you're looking to invest in your dog's training and give them the best possible foundation for a happy, well-behaved life, this is money well spent. We couldn't be happier with the results, and we're so grateful to Tyson, Orlen, and the whole team for the care they put into our pup. Highly recommend to anyone considering this investment for their furry family member!
These guys are pros.
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