Northern Air Retrievers

My dog is currently at Northern Air Retrievers & I’ve been beyond pleased with the services that they provide. I never have to worry & always am proud to say my pup is currently training with them. I appreciate their communication, training, and above all, the love that’s provided to my puppy & all the dogs they have. The dedication to the work and all the dogs is truly unmatched. I could never have made a better decision. Northern Air Retrievers was recommended to me by the family I got my black lab from - and they were right. I cannot wait to see my pup after training with them and hope to send many of my future dogs to train with Brandon.

I had the privilege of working with Brandon from Northern Air Retrievers, and I can confidently say that he is a standout in the world of dog training. One thing that really resonated with me was his philosophy: “Don’t train a dog until it gets it right. Train until he can’t get it wrong.” This approach speaks volumes about Brandon’s dedication to not just training dogs but ensuring that they truly master each skill to the point where it becomes second nature. Brandon’s training style is methodical, patient, and effective. He has a unique ability to understand each dog’s personality and adapt his methods accordingly. It’s clear that he has an immense depth of knowledge and experience when it comes to dog behavior and training, especially with retrievers. Whether it’s basic obedience, advanced skills, or hunting training, Brandon's expertise shines through. Throughout the training process, I appreciated how he took the time to explain the "why" behind each step, making sure I was not only involved but also educated in the process. This helped me build a deeper bond with my dog while also understanding how to reinforce good behavior and correct mistakes. The results speak for themselves: my dog is more confident, responsive, and reliable than I ever thought possible. Brandon’s patience, professionalism, and passion for his work are evident in every session. I highly recommend Northern Air Retrievers to anyone looking for a trainer who is truly committed to ensuring that your dog doesn't just get it right, but can’t get it wrong. If you’re serious about training your dog to their full potential, Brandon is the trainer you need.

Highly recommend Brandon and Northern Air Retrievers! He is extremely professional and honest, and truly takes pride in his work! He had my dog for over a year and I am 100% satisfied with the job he has done. He gave constant communication and updates on how my dog was doing and where he was at in the process. I brought my dog home for duck season and will be sending him back after the season is over.

I’m not one to trust anyone with my dogs, but with Brandon I know my dogs are in great hands. Brandon came highly recommended by the breeder we got our lab from, and I’m so glad we were able to have him train our pups. I left my little fox red Labrador June off for obedience training and collar conditioning under Brandon’s care. He transformed my little girl to walk wonderfully on a leash, and then some. Brandon kept us in the loop with each step in the process, making sure to not rush if she wasn’t ready. When I picked her up, I could tell how much June loved him. Brandon truly cares about every dog that he takes in and treats them as his own - I was very hesitant dropping June off (only because I don’t trust anyone initially with my dogs), but he let me linger and make sure everyone was comfortable before I departed. He then sent me updates that night and the following week as he integrated June in with the rest of the girls. Brandon made himself available at any time for a call or text which I really appreciated. During June’s stay, we also left our older Labrador Jax off for a few weeks while we went on vacation overseas (which I also usually would never do - so this shows how much I trust Brandon!). Brandon took great care of Jax and was able to provide daily training as well (a “tune up”, if you will). Jax returned from his stay walking amazing on the lead, just as he did the first time he went to training when he was a young pup. In summary, Brandon is an amazing dog trainer and all around person. I recommend him for all obedience and gun dog training, and plan to use him for board-and-train services in the future when needed.

Working with Brandon was an absolute game-changer. His dedication and expertise in handling/training my dog were truly remarkable. Over the six months my furry companion spent under his guidance, Brandon not only transformed my dog's behavior and waterfowl abilities but also ensured I was constantly in the loop with comprehensive weekly updates. His commitment to the training process, coupled with his genuine care for my pet's progress, made the experience incredibly rewarding. Brandon's skillful approach and consistent communication truly set a gold standard in dog training, leaving me thoroughly impressed and immensely grateful for the incredible transformation in my dog."