Dennis Hayre Kennels

01/22/2024

We know longer use this page as we are now Hayre Kennels so you can find us there. For some reason we’re not able to delete this page without also deleting our Hayre Kennels page.

07/23/2019

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Albies at 12 weeks. In our view looking good so far.

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07/08/2019

Albies getting the hang of the sit whistle at 10 weeks.

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07/08/2019

Just turned 10 weeks today. Nice start

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05/01/2019

FC AFC Buster Posey x Steel Shots Majestic Black Diamond Jet QAA MH

Buster is a handsome 75lb male with a great temperament. Buster was completely amateur trained.
Buster has 12 Derby points. 18 Open Points, 38.50 AM points and 56.50 AA points. He is working on achieving his MH Title, while enjoying his serious duck hunts.

Jet is a stylish smaller female with a ton of drive, incredibly trainable, shows strong marking ability and amazing handling style. She achieved her MH title by 25 months and QAA 1st place on her 3rd QAA trial at 28 months. Jet is a joy to watch in the field as well as a dream to have in the house.

Both dogs have all their health clearance. OFA excellent, EIC, C NM clear, and annual eye certs.

For more information please contact
Dennis Hayre
209-329-5371
Email: [email protected]

Puppies born April 29th

04/07/2019

This should be an incredible litter.
I have trained Jet since she was a puppy. She is a special dog that is not only talented but a pleasure to train and be around. And Buster is phenomenal. I like this breeding so much I’m going to take a pup.

FC AFC Buster Posey x Steel Shots Majestic Black Diamond Jet QAA MH
Pregnancy confirmed. Puppies due May 1, 2019.

Buster is a handsome 75lb male with a great temperament. Buster was completely amateur trained.
Buster has 12 Derby points. 18 Open Points, 38.50 AM points and 56.50 AA points. He is working on achieving his MH Title, while enjoying his serious duck hunts.

Jet is a stylish smaller female with a ton of drive, incredibly trainable, shows strong marking ability and amazing handling style. She achieved her MH title by 25 months and QAA 1st place on her 3rd QAA trial at 28 months. Jet is a joy to watch in the field as well as a dream to have in the house.

Both dogs have all their health clearance. OFA excellent, EIC, C NM clear, and annual eye certs.

For more information please contact
Dennis Hayre
209-329-5371
Email: [email protected]

11/08/2018

The new pond is finished. Ground cover in process.
Thanks to Mark Grupe and the Grupe Ranch.

10/16/2018

It was a good weekend at the Marin Retriever Club.
We had several dogs title.
Jersey and Cruise earned their Master Title- congratulations to Cyndi Hammett.
Webb earned his SH title- congratulations to Brian Compton.
Star earned her JH title- congratulations to George Norris.
Barron earned his JH title- congratulations to Tom Mclanahan.
Other qualifiers were Wrigley, Jet and Vince in the challenging Master-Congrats to Leonard Blank and Cyndie Hammett.
Chase earned her first Senior ribbon-congratulations to Cathy Keeler.

I also want to thank the Judges and the Marin Retriever Club for putting on a great event!

09/29/2018

Jet had a good day at the challenging Qual. Thanks to the Sagehen’s club for putting on a great event.

03/19/2018

Congratulations to Brenda Montgomery and Bee for earning their JH title going 4 for 4. To Cathy Keeler for another senior pass with Luna and another Junior pass for Chase. To Tom Mclanahan and Goldie as Goldie earned her SH title. And to Eleanor Diehr and Leo for their second senior pass.
Way to go guys and gals. Well done!

08/22/2017

What we focus on expands. What we focus on with strong emotion expands quickly.
This totally applies to dog training.

07/04/2017

The following is a great definition of success as it relates to dog training and life in general.

"Success is the PROGRESSIVE realization of a WORTHY ideal."

Notice success according to this definition is not merely a destination, but more about the pursuit and the journey.

07/04/2017

Does every dog need to be force fetched?

I used to think so as that's what almost all trainers proposed.
But my experience has proven that though force fetch is often necessary, it's NOT always necessary.
There are several factors that help me make this determination.
1) The dogs tendencies for natural delivery.
2) The dogs natural tendencies to holding and handling birds and bumpers properly ( as in no chewing, chomping, etc. )
3) The dogs temperament.

The majority of the dogs I train still need to be force fetched but I know longer assume every dog will need to be. I have put several Master Hunter titles on dogs without force fetching them, as well as many hunting dogs.

So yes perhaps force fetching is usually necessary but that is not the same as always.

Keep this in mind; just because something has always been done doesn't mean it always has to be done. And this applies to all of training. Don't be afraid to think outside the box and when necessary even getting rid of the box.

12/19/2016

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11/29/2016

UPCOMING TRAINING DAYS/EVENTS

We are planning a training day at the Lodi property Sunday December 18th for dogs just starting out ( Junior level and below ).
We are limiting it to 10 dogs. Anyone interested can message me for more details.
Also in early January we will be having a training day for advanced dogs ( senior dogs and above ). This will also be limited to 10 dogs. This event will be a fun competition with judges and awards given out. For the winner the training day will be free as well as receiving a first place trophy. Or you can just show up to run the tests and use the grounds.
You can message me to sign up or get more details.

10/26/2016

I thought the following was excellent and relates to not only dog training but any form of competition or testing.
It is from Dave Rorem's The Art and Science of Handling Retrievers.

"Attitude is everything in retrievers and people, and the most important ingredient to success.

You must have self-confidence. It is vital for success.

You have to believe you can and will win every trial and every national.

Fundamentals are the foundation to your success. Practice them often.

You must learn to accept and make changes. Our sport demands it.

You must never stop dreaming big. Your success hinges on it.

Always, do what is right, with dogs and people.

Always, be fair to dogs and people.

Always do the best you can- do not accept mediocrity.

Nothing can lull you to sleep and cause complacency, like success can and does.

Don't limit yourself to where our sport is now. Think beyond that, into the future.

Commit yourself to excellence."

12/21/2015

This definitely applies to dog training.
"Good leadership is the ability to discern the uniqueness of an individual and teach them accordingly. This may mean we will have to adapt our style depending on the individuals temperament and wiring."

12/16/2015

A question for all you dog owners. What is the greatest lesson your dog has taught you?