CedarOak Kennels

06/17/2023

Test post

05/12/2023

The Devil you know isn’t serving you.

The Labrador Retriever. Bred from the Seas of Canada, Standards set in the Beating Fields of England, became Limitless in America.

CedarOak Kennels aims to provide the next chapter of

By taking a trip in history and combining with; advanced understanding of Training Philosophies, Multi Cultural Beliefs, Research, and Partnerships.

We can meet the future of Operational Needs of National Defense, Homeland Security, and Law Enforcement, while maintaining the breeds workability in the field and improve aesthetics.

Our intention is to build new relationships to provide green, partially trained, and fully trained Labradors.

Labradors, who can provide functionality of Passive and Active Search abilities in High Working Dirve. While maintaining Low Arousal, be Audaciously Sound, and taught to Critically Think.

We can provide for your team at a Scale, 60-120 dogs, with no minimums. Once a relationship is established and criteria set.

WHAT’S THE 🎣

We already know the catch. It’s NOT cheap to provide this and the current K9 business model in America has been formulated on small margins.

However, we are a

As many Americans, we in 🇺🇸

We believe in quality care for our Team, Partners, and Animals. We believe America’s Security and should not be a game of margins handed out to the little guy. We only ask to be able to structure fair deals that benefits all parties. The truth of the matter is for every dog that doesn’t meet your criteria is time and dollars wasted. The devil you know needs to go.

With new relationships today to work for the future we will not only save you resources but become an asset.

and are already in our backyard.
We are possibly in even if it’s not being said. Not to mention criminal activity is at an all time high! We no longer have time to hope the next group of dogs to work. We as a Nation deserve the protection that great K9’s can provide.

We as an industry are still implementing outdated training philosophies that were pre 9/11 and used in the wake of. While we respect, value, and learn from War, Conflict, and Law Enforcement. We as a Company stand on the shoulders of ! Research, understanding of training philosophies, and genetics have improved!

CedarOak will be instrumental!

We train K9’s to be obedient, environmentally sound, and maintain the ability perform at a level that is appropriate for National Security.



618-719-6774
[email protected]
www.CedarOakKennels.com

05/08/2023

Starting May 15th I will once again be offering Board & Train obedience. 5 day, 10 day, and 21 day options.

02/19/2023

This is the CedarOak mission when it comes to dogs. We have the dog portfolio to accomplish it too!

Medical Alert
PTSD
Gundog
Sport Detection
Emotional Support
And a Few get special assignments!



Do you agree?

02/17/2023

Force Fetch.

Force Fetch is a process that teaches a dog not only to fetch an item but also how to handle and turn off pressure.

Is it necessary? Maybe.

For years Force Fetch has been taught through Negative Reinforcement.
Explained … R- Place pressure on dog via Ear Pinch, Toe Pinch, E Collar, Prong collar. Ask dog to “fetch” upon grabbing item, pressure is immediately removed. This process is used to teach Fetch. This then moves from a held item to item being placed on ground and depending on reason for FF will be continued to what is known as pile work.

Secondary Controversy

1. We mask a dogs natural ability of retrieve. We must ask ourselves is the dog fetching said item with enthusiasm because said dog truly enjoys the work or it conditioned to retrieve with enthusiasm.

2. The argument is made that for a dog to be truly conditioned said dog must go through Frieght, Flight, and Fight. Frieght being were a dog completely locks up and refuses to move. That only a dog who goes through and learns to work past these 3 emotional responses that are exhibited physically will be dependable.

>>>Hold Condition coined by trainers of imported UK Labrador Retriever world. Is also Force Fetch.

In hold condition pressure is applied to dogs mouth to open. Upon opening a wooden dowel is forced into dogs mouth. Then the handler will pet the dog. If dog mouths or opens mouth either a firm grasp is placed on dogs mouth or some trainers will tap dogs mouth. This is Positive Punishment. As they add something to remove/terminate an unwanted behavior.

>>>How do we teach Fetch? The Conditioned Retrieve

We teach first a dog to grab a dowel with Positive Reinforcement/negative punishment.
This is where we gently place dowel in front of dog and free shape the behavior. Once the dog is consistently opening mouth and taking the dowel. We move to hold. (P- exist because we withhold reward if the behavior doesn’t follow a set protocol we have)
A hold command is taught with R+ / P- at this point dog can grab the item and we ask for zero mouthing or mouth movement. Similar to hold condition we will begin by forcing the dogs mouth open in session.

However we do not use P+ (hitting, tapping, grabbing forcefully) to terminate unwanted behavior. Instead we just withhold reward and ask for the behavior again.

Once Fetch and Hold are both learned. We will combine the two behaviors. This entire process being back chained from what a finish result looks like.

Once generalized. We then apply back pressure from a Harness pre conditioned. We encourage a forward movement. Once we have obtained forward movement and ONLY when we have obtained forward movement. We will add a herm sprenger prong collar that has been properly hibituated to layer negative reinforcement over the desired behavior. We teach a dog not only do you want to do this but you must do it.

The question becomes is it fair to a dog teaching via Neg Reinforcement vs Positive Reinforcement. If we are to use one side of the quadrants of Operant Conditioning, why not use all sides?

01/12/2023

Beginning in February.
•Basic Obedience •Advanced Obedience +more
Comment to schedule.

10/11/2022

Tod will be bred tomorrow to a really nice Chocolate female. This will be a fast paced litter available through us!

08/01/2022

FTW Balleyvalley Faith’s last two pups ever. They will both go on to serve as Diabetic Alert Dogs.

05/23/2022

Boarding Clients, unfortunately until further notice or a New Facility is built we are at full capacity with Medical Alert Dogs in Training.

We recommend To ask about air exchange vs capacity rate when looking to board with a new facility.


We absolutely hate to loose you and hope to see you all again soon as none of this was possible without your trust!

04/29/2022

Love this!

Love using my table for the unforced fetch (soon to be the unforced forced fetch) ...

02/28/2022

Two of our “kids” have Rare Disease. Emilia who you guys have met with Thor and Clara who will be getting a dog around Christmas time!

Please consider sharing the logo below to raise awareness that littles every where are fighting hard! Donate to your favorite non for profit. Ours are Marine Reconnaissance Foundation && Kids and Clays Foundation

02/15/2022

Trained Service Dog denied access by American Airlines to fly in cabin.

American Airlines cites that DOT does not allow for it, however, Alaska Airlines just allowed us to fly under the same circumstances just six weeks ago!

01/26/2022

Maybe Um Buy dog…

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01/21/2022

The most anticipated shirt of the year!!! It’s no secret we import Directly from Ireland so we have partnered with CK Designs to celebrate just in time for St Pat’s!

Presale. ETA 2/05

01/17/2022

At this time we are NOT accepting boarding clients. We are at full capacity with Dogs in training!

01/10/2022

-37 was no match for our favorite Sire.

It’s reported Rooster has picked over 200 birds in the past week. That’s a good season for many dogs. If you’d like to see Rooster in action contact .a.legacyoutfitters

12/21/2021

CedarOak Kennels will have 2 Test Litters this summer. We hold all of our litters back for Diabetic Alert training. However these 2 litters we will be placing with Trainers and Competive homes! Our only ask is that you report back to us on what you think! Pricing will be discounted compared to normal!

12/07/2021

A first for us at CedarOak Kennels!! Oakley made the news!! We can’t thank Alex enough for always allowing Oakley to be shared with the public to raise awareness for Diabetic Alert Dogs!

Oakley – a diabetes service dog who attends classes with her human, agriculture sophomore Alex Baum – stands with head down and shoulders slouched.

11/03/2021

Can’t go into Tons of details but Chad had a HUGE impact on the life of a little girl we happen to be training a service dog for.

Dog was purchased by as well.
Side note I was introduced to hunting and shooting by a former Marine Recon Viet Nam vet due to my Daddy dying when I was 6 so even bigger bonus Chad is 3rd Recon Marine!!!
Love this little girl I’m helping and I’m so glad Chad was able to do Chad!!
Even prouder to have a amazing hat that helped !!!!
Thank you for the amazing work!

10/29/2021

The best Stumpy's Spirits Distillery sharing a Halloween drink! Please support small business!

10/20/2021

The Best Dog Food on the Market Just Got Better!

COMING SOON: MARINE 25
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100% OCEAN SOURCED ANIMAL PROTEINS
Sensitive stomach? No problem.
NO CHICKEN, NO CORN, NO WHEAT, NO SOY.
Questions? Curious? Send inquiries to: [email protected] for more details and launch info.

10/17/2021

We are having an AMAZING month!

With multiple Contracts signed on Several Diabetic Alert Dogs!

Thankful for those who help us!!
Will be a busy year of 2022!!!

10/05/2021

Responsibilities:

Handle general care tasks such as feeding and grooming of the animals
Maintain a group of dogs at play
Keep records of animal feedings, treatments, and other updates
Engage in play activities and exercise with the animals
Maintain a clean and healthy environment

10/03/2021

We are closed
10/4/2021 for
AM drop off/pick up.
We apologize for the inconvenience!

10/02/2021

Good Morning,
We are making this announcement with mixed emotions.
After Summer of 2022 CedarOak Kennels will no longer be in a position to accept Gundog Clients.
We actively have over 300 hard inquiries for Diabetic Alert Dogs and obtain 4-6 a day.
God has called us to help and serve others through Dogs. We feel changing lives by intervening in what can be Medical Emergency is not only more rewarding than fetching a duck it’s ultimately more important.
We will still be breeding and importing British Labradors with the same qualities to be Gundogs and not all puppies are candidates to be Service Dogs.
Once we have enough training staff we will revisit a Gundog Program but at this time we need to become Singular Focused!
We will remain to be Conservationists and Givers to the Hunting Community. Our Dams and Sires will always Hunt. Our Dams are retired after 4 litters and we breed for purpose.
At this time we will still continue to support our local community with Boarding and Obedience but space is limited!
Thank you to all our Supporters! And thank you for following us!! We ask that if you’re looking for quality bred puppies that you send an inquiry on our website. Limited space available and not guarantee placement.


Lastly we ask if you know anyone who is Diabetic or may have a medical disability where a Service Dog may help that you share with them. Share with them that CedarOak Kennels is breeding quality animals with customer service that should be expected!

10/02/2021

Awaiting on Contract. 1 more slot and Books will be closed for Gundogs for 2022!

10/01/2021

2 openings left for Summer ‘22 Gundog program.
300+ DAD inquiries we are still sifting through. Hang in there with us!
Boarding room will be limited Summer 2022 as well. Book ASAP!