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You want a skilled bird dog to join you in the woods or in the fields. However, advancing your dog’s natural abilities is more challenging than you realized. You may not be feeling confident to accomplish this task on your own. That desire to have a bird dog that excels remains your goal. You want to finally experience that full sense of pride.

Mike Miller understands the skill and training required to develop a bird dog – from puppy development through elite level wild bird hunting accomplishments.

Mike has developed his expertise, after 22 years of specialized gundog training and experiences. He has completed dog apprenticeships and advanced formal education to stay on top of the latest best practices for bird dogs to achieve their fullest potential. Mike has accomplished much success on his training grounds in Eau Claire, WI and while leading bird hunts in northern WI, KS and TX. He excels at his craft and recognizes that….

… Your relationship with your dog is unique. Allowing your dog to advance and accelerate training goals is essential, if you want a lifelong hunting partner that has been designed for results on birds. It is necessary that you’re then able to unlock the specific tools to handle your professionally trained gundog in a masterful way.

Six Gun Kennels is a training facility particularly focused on upland hunting dogs, obedience skills for all types of dogs, and solutions for problematic dog behaviors. The established training program works by building confidence in both the dog and owner, through a strong and desired leadership style.

For the hunter who wants his dog to have an intensive training experience, Mike has opportunities for dogs to practice and perfect their skills while working on Wisconsin grouse and woodcock, pheasant and quail in Kansas, and a wild bird winter camp held at the iconic Mariposa Ranch in South Texas. Space is limited for the immersive bird dog trainings. Early registration is encouraged!

About Us

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What Makes Mike Miller & Six Gun Kennel Stand Out

  1. Complimentary assessment of your dog to determine his/her potential and the best training option.  Contact us to schedule!

  2. Wild birds make wild bird dogs! We have access to 45,000 acres of prime quail habitat in South Texas as well as extensive time in the County forests of Douglas County Wisconsin.

  3. Free phone call option for advice on nationwide dog breeder’s and tips on dog breeds to match your goals and interests.

  4. Pigeon/quail coops on our training ground, for repeated bird exposure and practice

  5. Hunting scenarios replicated so your dog can rehearse what is expected

  6. Training tools incorporated: Dogtra bird releases, automated backing dog, roading rig for conditioning, obstacle course, leads/command leads, GPS/electronic training collars & more!

  7. On and off lead heel techniques taught. A dog that will go with you can be taught anything. We focus on the dog’s mindset to get his full potential either in the field or home.

  8. You can expect updates and photos to document progress made during your dog’s training period.

  9. Honesty and integrity regarding any identified issues or roadblocks

  10. Countless success stories from owners who overcame problematic behaviors so that their dogs could remain a beloved part of each family

  11. Pricing is all inclusive – no extra fees for food, boarding, birds, or equipment used

  12. You will be mentored before taking your dog home, so that you can easily continue the training that has been proven effective for your dog

  13. Optional follow up phone call to address any challenges or questions as your dog returns home

  14. House calls are an option, when it can be beneficial to observe and train your dog in his/her home environment

  15. Mike stands behind his training abilities and offers a satisfaction guarantee!

  • “We had a great time last week at the ranch! I grew up with my dad's passion for quality English Pointers and handled many of his at field trials. I have seen hundreds on the ground and hunted behind 52 family owned. Mike has several of the best bird dogs that I have ever watched. He is the consummate trainer and handler. It was pure joy for me and my nephews to watch them work together. We enjoyed every minute!”

    -Tom

  • “Mike is a rockstar in finished dogs, and guiding grouse hunts. Sander & I had an awesome time today. We will be back soon. We have hunted a lot of different places and his dogs rocked!“

    - Chris

  • “I have bought 3 dogs from Mike. All of them are dogs that Mike trained. They have proven to be great dogs, and great hunters. My dogs and I hunt with Mike every fall in Northern Wisconsin. I couldn’t be happier with his services!”

    - Jaime

  • "Just wanted to say thanks again.  Ollie is a completely different dog, in a great way.  He listens to me well, heels and whoas on command, without a lead.  I've had her on birds working on steadiness, on point and flush.  Well worth the money!  Thanks again!"

    – Andrew