Gamekeepers Retrievers, Ltd.

Gamekeepers Retrievers, Ltd. Mitch White, Owner/Head Trainer at Gamekeepers Retrievers, Ltd. has been training gun dogs for hunting and hunt test competition since 1988.
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We are a full service training facility located east of Columbus, OH. We specialize in:

• Training & Handling for AKC/UKC Retriever Hunt Tests • Training & Handling for Breed Club Working Titles • Gun Dog Training (Retrievers & Spaniels) • Obedience Training and Conditioning •

08/26/2024

One spot remains for water workshop at Retriever Academy. September 7-8, 2024. See previous post for details.

08/24/2024

Only two working spots remain!!!!!

PROGRESSING YOUR DOG ON WATER-MARKS &BLINDS September 7th &8th 2024
Presented by Mitch White of Gamekeepers Retrievers Hosted by Kansas City Golden Retriever Club
Jan Winner, 16701 Quinn Rd, Smithville, MO 64089 [email protected]
Held at The Retriever Academy, 64035 E. 120th Road, Miami, OK 74354 This Workshop wil focus on improving and challenging your retriever's water skills.
Working Slot: $375.00 Auditing: $100.00
Working Dog/Handler teams wil be limited to running TWO(2) dogs throughout the workshop. Please note that only one dog may be run per training segment.
Working slots limited to 12 dog/handler teams. Unlimited Auditors allowed.
Al attendees bring a chair, paper, pen, insect spray, sun screen, plenty of dog water, shade for your vehicle, rain gear, etc. Plan for heat & humidity with a possible side of rain.
If you have an extra EZ-Up to use for the gallery please bring it with you.
Workshop Schedule:
Check in Saturday Sept 7th 830am. Workshop will start promptly at 900am.
Sunday Sept 8th- start time will be determined Saturday. Coffee &breakfast items will be provided by KCGRC.
This workshop is fluid and topics covered as presented. There wil be no 'lunch break', so bring food to eat on the go.
There si no food available on the grounds so we highly recommend you brings snacks, drinks and lunch items.
There is a full kitchen available to keep food during the day.
Agroup dinner for Saturday night is planned. Brats &burgers wil be grilled. Please bring a side to share.

ADVANCING YOUR DOG ON WATER WORKSHOP HOSTED BY KANSAS CITY GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB
September 7th &8th 2024
Please complete, sign and return this form and waiver along with your check made payable ot KCGRC
Mail to Jan Winner, 16701 Quinn Rd, Smithville, MO 64089.
Workshop is open for registration. Awaitlist will be created when we get to 12 working slots. Forms need to be returned by August 20th 2024.
NO refunds for cancelations after Aug 20th unless your spot can eb filed.
You may email me this form with the form and check following in the mail.
NAME:
ADDRESS:
EMAIL:
CEL PHONE #:
DOGS NAME/BREED/AGE:
BRIEFLY DESCRIBE YOUR DOGS' STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSESS AND LIST YOUR GOALS FOR THIS WORKSHOP.
WAIVER AND AGREEMENT
Iacknowledge that in considerations of the acceptance of this application and the opportunity to attend the seminar and to learn valuable field training skills from an experienced trainer. Iagree to hold Mitch White, Gamekeepers Retrievers, The Kansas City Golden Retriever Club and The Retriever Academy, LC their members, directors, officers, agents and the owner of the premises and any employee of the aforementioned parties harmed from any claim for loss or injury which may be allege to have caused directly or indirectly to an person or things by the act of this dog while or upon the seminar premises or grounds And Ipersonally assume al responsibility and liability for such claim, and I further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss of this dog by disappearance, theft, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence of the club or any of the parties aforementioned or by the negligence of any person, or any other cause or causes.
By your attendance at this event, you are accepting al risk for your own health and safety. Please do not attend if you are sick or have been exposed to someone who is sick. Thank you.
_Working/Auditor signature
Date

08/19/2024

Thank you to Lisa and Grace at Glory Lane for the 6 session workshops. We plan to possibly do again next year. Great progress in both handlers and dogs!!

So excited for this “New” seminar which filled so quickly.  Look for another one in Ohio in early December!!!
08/16/2024

So excited for this “New” seminar which filled so quickly. Look for another one in Ohio in early December!!!

Thanks to Joby Houck of Abby’s Farm for hosting the Teamwork  seminar in Bethel, Ohio.  We had great weather and a good ...
08/12/2024

Thanks to Joby Houck of Abby’s Farm for hosting the Teamwork seminar in Bethel, Ohio. We had great weather and a good turnout of many breeds of dogs and experience levels of handlers.

08/05/2024

Clint Catledge is taking on some young dogs at Emncee Retrievers so if you want solid foundation and your pup to live in a home not a corporate kennel, contact him today.

08/05/2024

2 days added to Progressing seminar in South Carolina. Overwhelming response the first one filled quickly. So we added another one November 21-22. Contact Barb Reed for details.

07/29/2024

NOTE: Just filled.

Bethel, Ohio near Cincinnati.
August 10-11,2024

This is a teamwork seminar with limited entries and currently it will be very individualized training for each working team. A great opportunity to get one on one time from Mitch.

A great addition to a retriever trainer’s library.  Lot of good information in an easy to read book.
07/28/2024

A great addition to a retriever trainer’s library. Lot of good information in an easy to read book.

07/15/2024

Very nice weekend with training sessions 3&4 of the 6 session group training. Wonderful progress happening with really open minded folks and very nice dogs!! Great format Glory Lane.

First series, pouring rain, big wind, my heart goes out to judges, Mike and Barb Reed and workers!  God bless Backwater ...
07/10/2024

First series, pouring rain, big wind, my heart goes out to judges, Mike and Barb Reed and workers! God bless Backwater Retriever Club!

07/06/2024

Abby Farm seminar is building teamwork. Exercises, drills and set ups designed to pair handler and dog. Many times I observe nice dogs but they are in it for themselves or they don’t understand how to take assistance and apply it. S**g said it,”There’s a “me” in team. Come join us.

07/06/2024

Abby’s farm near Cincinnati August 10-11 go to entry express and sign up now! Great grounds and limited working teams.

07/04/2024

Remember there was a group of individuals, tired of the tyranny and corruption, that wanted liberty from the oppression. They drafted their dissent, fought for it and won. We’ve become complacent and have been “programmed “ into giving up free thought. This day reminds us of who we were and what we can become again! We deserve better. Happy 4th of July America.

07/03/2024

Getting out early and returning near noon. Summer training. I use to go to Canada but can’t justify trip any more. So train smart.

My dog Bliss’ great grandmother ‘97.
07/01/2024

My dog Bliss’ great grandmother ‘97.

To my Canadian friends with lots of Love!
07/01/2024

To my Canadian friends with lots of Love!

Field Presenters may differ on several methods, but each experience will most likely teach you “one good thing”.
07/01/2024

Field Presenters may differ on several methods, but each experience will most likely teach you “one good thing”.

“Field of dreams” thank you Dr. Darr!  We are blessed to train here and appreciate your generosity.
06/29/2024

“Field of dreams” thank you Dr. Darr! We are blessed to train here and appreciate your generosity.

06/29/2024

Gamekeepers is offering a two day workshop in Edgefield, SC on private property. Training
workshop will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 23-24, 2024 beginning at 9:00
am and continuing until late afternoon/evening.
PROGRESSING YOUR DOG AND CORRECTIONS helps handlers succeed in
progressing their dog to the next training level. The focus of this workshop is analyzing
each individual dog!s performance, determining its weaknesses and developing a plan
to move the dog forward in its training. Participants will work on problem solving skills,
drills and set ups tailored to each dog!s needs. Mitch will instruct each handler on how
to identify their dog!s areas of weakness as well as strengths. He will coach them on
developing a plan to address these areas. Mitch will also teach handlers the proper
corrections to use when needed.
Auditors will benefit greatly from this workshop as well due to the varied issues that are
discussed and the insight Mitch will provide as to each unique situation. Auditors and
Handlers alike will observe and be involved in discussions as each dog presents
different behaviors.
This method will allow attendees to learn how to analyze in the moment and read the
dog’s behavior.
BRING US YOUR PROBLEMS, WE WILL FIND A SOLUTION AND HELP YOU
PROGRESS YOUR DOG. ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME!
Working spots are limited to 10. Auditors are welcome and unlimited. Working teams will
be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Entries must be received by 9/26/24.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Barb via email
at [email protected] or Mitch at [email protected]
Costs
Working Teams - $300total of 10 dog/handler teams. Multiple dogs
allowed for each handler. Auditor $50 total for both days
If a handler chooses to run a different dog, the handler must choose which
dog to run for each exercise. First come, first serve, based on entry. We will
maintain a waiting list once working spots are filled.
Payment Due in full to reserve your spot: $300 for working, $50 for
Auditing. All seminar fees must be submitted with the application and waiver.
Mail check to Gamekeepers Retrievers and completed form to Mitch
White 830 S 2nd Street #162 Coshocton OH 43812
Be sure to note on your check that you are paying for SC seminar
NO REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATIONS UNLESS YOUR SPOT CAN BE
FILLED.
Working spots are for 2 days with no discount given for one day’s attendance.
Name:
Address:
Email:
Phone:
Dog’s Name(s) and Breed(s):
Workshop November (2024) WAIVER AND AGREEMENT
I (we) acknowledge that in consideration of the acceptance of this workshop’s
registration form and the opportunity to attend the workshop and to learn
valuable field training skills from Mitch White, Gamekeepers Retrievers, Ltd., I
(we) agree to hold Gamekeepers Retrievers, Ltd., Mitch and the owners or
lessors of any premises used during the workshop and any employees of the
aforementioned parties, harmless from any claim for loss, injury or illness which
may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or things
by the act of any dog while in or upon the workshop premises or grounds or near
any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability
for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties
harmless from any claim for loss of my dog(s) by disappearance, theft, damage
or injury caused or alleged to be caused by the negligence any of the parties
aforementioned, or by the negligence of any other person, or any other cause or
causes. I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and to indemnify and
save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense
(including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the
aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries or illness, including
death at any time resulting therefrom, sustained by any person or persons,
including myself (ourselves) or on account of damage to property, arising out of
or in consequence of my (our) participation in this workshop, however such
injuries, illness, death or damage to property may be caused, and whether or not
the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by
negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents, or
any other persons.
I (we) also agree that I (we) give express permission to Gamekeepers Retrievers,
Ltd., and/or their respective agents to use any photographs taken at the seminar
for personal use, in social media or for advertisement at their discretion.
If you decline to let photographs of you or your dogs be used, please check this
box " and initial here: ______
Please read the premium information, Waiver and Agreement carefully, fill out
your registration form completely, sign below and return it with your paid entry.
Working Participant/Auditor
Guest______________________________________
Dated:______________________________________
Local Veterinary Services
Johnston Animal Hospital
626 Lee Street
Johnston SC 803-275-4652
Medical Care
Edgefield County Hospital
300 Ridge Medical Plaza
Edgefield, SC
803-637-3174
Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites
702 Augusta Rd
Edgefield SC
803-637-2001
Seminar Location
110 Horn Creek West
Edgefield, SC 29824
NO VIDEO CAMERAS ALLOWED – STILL PHOTOS ARE
ACCEPTABLE.Bring a chair, insect spray, sunscreen, plenty of dog water,
snacks/food for you and your dog as needed.

Not great pics, but wheat was harvested off training grounds and Bunny was all about it, Pearl Mae, the Springer puppy w...
06/28/2024

Not great pics, but wheat was harvested off training grounds and Bunny was all about it, Pearl Mae, the Springer puppy was doing her springs.

Seminar announced for fall schedule
06/26/2024

Seminar announced for fall schedule

Rudd Weatherwax wrote a book I used with a 4-H course at local fairgrounds to train my first dog a Shetland Sheepdog ( s...
06/26/2024

Rudd Weatherwax wrote a book I used with a 4-H course at local fairgrounds to train my first dog a Shetland Sheepdog ( smaller version of Lassie). I wrote him a letter and his response was so kind and inspirational but unfortunately it was damaged in a flood.

Pal: The First Lassie
Pal became famous in history as the first dog to play Lassie in film and television.
On June 4, 1940 a pure-bred collie, whose ancestry is traced to the 19th century and England's first great collie Old Cockie, gave birth to a litter of puppies at Cherry Osborne's Glamis Kennels in North Hollywood. One male puppy, with large eyes and a white blaze on his forehead, was judged only pet quality and sold to a family who named the dog Pal.
At eight months old, Pal was taken to a dog training school to help break several bad habits, including barking all the time, chewing up everything in the house, and chasing motorcycles. The school was Studio Dog Training, owned by Rudd Weatherwax who also trained dogs to become movie stars. After one week of training, all of Pal's bad habits, except for the motorcycle chasing (which would require more work), were broken. Instead of keeping Pal, the owner decided to give the dog to Weatherwax in exchange for the $10 fee he owed.
When Pal was two years old, Weatherwax took the dog to MGM to audition for an upcoming film called Lassie Come Home. It was the story (from the popular 1940 novel by Eric Knight) of a loyal collie who struggles across hundreds of miles of rugged English countryside to rejoin the Scottish boy she loves. Weatherwax knew Pal was an intelligent animal and felt he would be right for the part. Pal did get a part, but only as a backup. A female prize-winning show dog was chosen to play the title role.
When Lassie was to cross a river with raging water, Director Fred Wilcox wanted to save the energy of his female star so he used Pal instead. Pal did an exceptional job and the scene was completed in one take. The director was so impressed, he had tears in his eyes. "The dog went into the water as Pal, but he emerged as Lassie!" proclaimed Wilcox. He decided to reshoot the first six weeks of filming, making Pal the star. The movie, which featured two juvenile leads, Elizabeth Taylor and Roddy McDowall, was released in 1943 and became an enormous hit.
Pal starred in six more MGM Lassie films (Son of Lassie - a sequel to Lassie Come Home, Courage of Lassie, Hills of Home, The Sun Comes Up, Challenge to Lassie and The Painted Hills) as well as the two pilots for the Lassie television series. The pilots were a success, but Pal was getting too old to play the part. Lassie Junior (Pal's son and stand-in) took over the role of Lassie in the television program. The Emmy winning show ran for 19 years (1954-1973) and all the dogs used to portray Lassie were descendants of Pal. Although Lassie is a female character, Weatherwax continued to use males, mainly because of their larger size which gave them that big heroic dog look.
In June 1958, Lassie passed away of natural causes at the age of 18. Rudd Weatherwax slipped in and out of depression for quite some time after Pal's death. Robert Weatherwax, Rudd's son, later recalled, "It hit him very hard when Pal died. He buried him in a special place on the ranch and would often visit the grave. Dad would never again watch an MGM Lassie movie. He just couldn't bear to see Pal. He didn't want to have to be reminded of just how much he loved that dog."
In 1960, Lassie was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

06/24/2024

Teamwork and Problem Solving seminar at Abby Farm, August 10-11 near Cincinnati, Ohio. Beautiful grounds. Go to Entry Express under seminars category to sign up.

06/24/2024

July seminars in VA. Working spots are FULL. Auditor space still available.

Thank you.

06/24/2024

If you missed last weekend’s Designing Retriever Set Ups seminar speak to some attendees as you may want to come to Indiana October 5-6,2024 to participate. It will help your training set ups or if you’re a judge it should be mandatory. Contact Chris Cornelius for info.

06/24/2024

Wow it was hot! Gaby Buck, you are a treasure to the sport ( donating property for folks to use) and you Rock!

Bill Albany and Waterland Retriever Club did a great job keeping folks and dogs comfortable at the seminar.

I was very pleased to see several judges attend the Designing Retriever Set Ups seminar and enjoyed the groups’ set ups and discussions.

Thank you All!

06/22/2024

Thank you to the Maryland Sporting Dog Association for having me present a seminar on Upland and spaniel training from a Retriever training perspective. Very open minded folks with some nice dogs. Although English Cockers have my heart we had some other breeds well represented including, Ralphie , the rock n roll Clumber who loved water!

John and Nancy Miner took the time to mentor me in retriever training and were one of a very few people that supported m...
06/18/2024

John and Nancy Miner took the time to mentor me in retriever training and were one of a very few people that supported me when I went Pro as others said I would fail. Thank you dear friends for this gift.

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830 S. 2nd. Street
Coshocton, OH
43812

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