About River Ridge Kennels
River Ridge Kennels is a full-service kennel located near Jacksonville North Carolina's Albert Ellis Airport. The kennel offers boarding, obedience training, hunting retriever training, and grooming services. Clients praise the kennel's exceptional staff who treat their pets like family. The owner goes above and beyond for each animal, ensuring a clean and safe environment. Many clients have noted the welcoming and kind nature of the staff, making it a comforting place for pets. River Ridge Kennels is known for its high-quality training programs, evidenced by numerous awards displayed in the office. The training includes personalized attention and instruction for both the pet and the owner. Bill, the trainer, takes his time to work closely with dogs, helping to build trust and improve their behavior. Many clients have entrusted their dogs to River Ridge Kennels for years, citing their peace of mind knowing their pets are well cared for. With fair prices and a commitment to quality, this kennel has become the go-to place for pet boarding and training.
I brought our dog,who was a runner, to meet Bill. We talked about different methods and decided to try a shock collar. He put one on her and tested to see what level was needed for the right response. He took her out and began to train her to come on command. Then he taught my husband and I how to work with her.
Our dog is now 100% off leash and if she thinks of running, we call her and use the collar as we were taught and she turns and comes back to our side!
Our dog is 7 years old and we never thought she could learn to stay with us.
She is soo happy that she can have the freedom to run outside and we have the peace of mind to know she will come the moment...read full review
If you’re serious about waterfowl hunting and want a dog that not only performs but thrives in the field, look no further than this company. Their approach to duck dog training is second to none—rooted in professional, science-based methods that bring out the best in each dog while respecting the unique personality and drive of every animal.
What really sets them apart is their balance of discipline and empathy. The trainers are clearly passionate about the sport and it shows in every aspect of their program. They don’t just train dogs—they build partnerships between dog and handler that are grounded in mutual respect and shared love for the hunt.
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River Ridge Kennel is great! I took my reactive 1 year old GSD mix that couldn't walk on a leash or accept any friendly stranger to their group obedience class and now he is much more well-behaved. Bill never rushed classes, always took his time working with my dog to gain his trust, and intentionally taught me how to be the best owner I can be for my dog. I also boarded my dog here for a weekend and it seemed like he had the time of his life. Most boarding facilities don't allow you to walk through their buildings or anything but Alison spent a lot of time showing me all of their operations and the exact kennel my dog would be staying in so I felt comfortable that he...read full review