The evaluation is a mandatory precursor to any individual training program at Quill Feather Farm. Why do we insist on an evaluation? Because having an understanding of where you and your dog currently are is an imperative step to helping you construct a viable and successful training program. During this 1+ hour session, we will evaluate you and your dog through a variety of situations in the yard, the field, and (if applicable) at the water. Depending on breed, age, etc. we may assess your dog for any, if not all, of the following:
We will also observe you for things like:
As we move through the evaluation, we will indicate the things you're doing well and will provide suggestions as to how you can address the things that need improvement. At the end of your session, we will take what we observed and combine it with your ultimate goals (and the information from your questionnaire) to suggest a training program tailored for you and your dog. Since we employ a train-the-trainer approach, we will provide knowledge, experience, guidance, environments, birds, tools, equipment, etc. to give you and your pup the best opportunity to build a better gun dog...but following up, moving forward, and rate of progress will be completely dependent upon you and your dedication to training your hunting partner.
Contact us to schedule your evaluation.
STEP 1: contact us to schedule your evaluation:
Be sure to indicate days/times that work best for you. We try to be as flexible as possible and offer weekday, evening, and some weekend time slots. When suggesting times, please understand these sessions take place outdoors, so please keep in mind daylight and weather/temp for the current time of year. You can pay for your evaluation in advance on our Payments page.
STEP 2: complete our online New Client Questionnaire prior to your appointment. If you are unable to access or complete the online form prior to your appointment, you can download a PDF version, print it, fill it out, and bring it with you when you come for your evaluation.
STEP 3: prepare for your evaluation by bringing the following items:
STEP 4: attend your evaluation. Please note that we require forty-eight (48) hours’ notice on all cancellations. Cancelling any less than forty-eight hours prior to your scheduled appointment will result in a $50 cancellation fee. Sessions may need to be rescheduled due to a variety factors, like weather, etc.
There are several things we'd like you to know before visiting Quill Feather Farm. Please be sure to take a couple of minutes to review these Important Things before your session.
675 Latimore Valley Road, York Springs, Pennsylvania 17372, United States
PLEASE NOTE: we have a shared driveway and most GPS systems want to lead you down our neighbors' driveway. DO NOT turn between the two posts on the right. Immediately passed them, you’ll see a dog-shaped sign that indicates the entrance to the farm.
Quill Feather Farm, LLC
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