HRC Hunt Titles - This Dog can Hunt

Hunter Retriever (HR)

Peanut advanced to achieve her Seasoned (HR) title, demonstrating her versatility, intelligence, and eagerness to work. Introduced to birds at 18 months, she quickly demonstrated her skills in the field. Her quick progression to these titles reflects her exceptional swiftness in training and performance, making her a standout in the field.

Started Retriever (SR)

Peanut is an exceptionally talented Golden Retriever with a strong drive and natural instincts. Just over a year later after bird introduction, she earned her Seasoned title, a testament to her advanced marking abilities and calm, steady performance on the line. Her ability to stay composed under pressure and excel at retrieving makes her a reliable and impressive hunting companion.

In Progress

Peanut is currently progressing toward her Finished (HRCH) title, building on her impressive success in the field. With her strong work ethic, advanced marking skills, and steady performance, she’s well on her way to reaching this next level. We plan to have her complete her Finished title in 2025, further solidifying her status as a top-tier hunting companion.

Why Run Hunt Trials?

Running hunt trials offers several benefits beyond traditional hunting, making it a valuable experience for both handlers and their dogs:

Skill Development: Hunt trials simulate real hunting scenarios, helping dogs refine their skills in a controlled, competitive environment. This sharpens their abilities in areas like marking, retrieving, and handling.
Consistency: Trials demand precision and consistency in performance, helping handlers train their dogs to respond predictably in any situation, which translates to more reliable behavior in the field.
Titled Recognition: Achieving titles in hunt trials (like Started, Seasoned, and Finished) provides formal recognition of a dog’s abilities. This not only demonstrates the dog's competence but also enhances its breeding value, proving it meets high performance standards.
Challenge & Community: Hunt trials introduce varying levels of difficulty, keeping both the dog and handler challenged and engaged. They also offer the opportunity to connect with a community of like-minded dog owners who share a passion for training and the outdoors.
Field Experience: For those with limited hunting opportunities, trials provide a way for the dog to gain valuable field experience outside the regular hunting season, keeping them sharp year-round.

Overall, running hunt trials hones a dog's skills, builds their reputation, and offers challenges that improve both dog and handler, leading to better performance during actual hunts.

Welcome to the Golden Gun Dogs Family

Field Golden Gun Dogs Breeder Guarantee

We are a small, family-oriented Field Golden Retriever breeder, dedicated to raising healthy, well-rounded dogs with strong working ability, sound temperament, and excellent health. Our focus is on producing puppies that excel both in the field and as loving companions. Each puppy is raised with care, early socialization, and a strong foundation to help them reach their full potential.

Our puppies receive their first shots, deworming, have their dewclaws removed, are microchipped, and undergo ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) and ESI (Early Scent Introduction) testing. We are committed to placing them in homes that provide love, structure, and opportunities to thrive.

If you’re looking for a well-bred Field Golden Retriever with a strong foundation in both health and temperament, we’d love to connect with you.