The Madison Ranch offers pointing dog training that builds confidence, sharpens instincts, and creates reliable hunting partners. With acres of bird habitat, a healthy Hun population reserved for training, and experienced handlers, each dog is guided to reach its full potential.
Guests and owners can choose the type of training that best fits their dog’s age, ability, and goals:
Early exposure, basic obedience, and introduction to birds and environments.
Encouraging natural point, building boldness, and expanding obedience in the field.
Structured training on pointing, steadiness, and handling with advanced commands.
Polishing skills for reliable performance in the field and preparing dogs for finished status.
Hands-on instruction for owners to improve their own training and handling skills
Focus: Socialization, confidence, and bonding
Focus: Encouraging natural point and expanding obedience
Focus: Sharpening structure and control in the field
Focus: Reliable performance for finished dog status
Each dog develops at its own pace, but throughout every stage we track and reinforce the core skills that lead to a dependable hunting companion.
Obedience in field and home
Confidence in cover and terrain
Bird finding and pointing intensity
Steadiness on birds
Retrieving reliability
Honoring other dogs
Gunfire and distraction tolerance
Private lessons are designed to teach owners how to train and handle their dogs both in the home and in the field. These sessions give hunting dog owners the chance to increase their knowledge, practice handling skills, and fine-tune their dog’s progress with direct guidance. Options include half-day, full-day, or hourly instruction depending on your goals.
Monthly rates include all food and live birds.
What sets The Madison Ranch apart is the unique environment where dogs learn and thrive. With nearly 8,000 acres of training ground, a mix of wild bird habitat, and an exceptionally healthy population of Hungarian Partridge (Huns) reserved exclusively for training, dogs are exposed to multiple covers and field conditions. By training in real hunting environments, dogs gain confidence, consistency, and reliability that carries over to every field and season.
Great training starts with great fuel. We stock Inukshuk at the kennels for its reliable energy and digestibility that help dogs stay focused during sessions and bounce back afterward. Ask our team which formula fits your dog’s workload and goals.
Hunting, Dog Training, and Montana Ranch Life
Hunting, Dog Training, and Montana Ranch Life
Montana Outfitter #48885
