At Lick Creek Retrievers, located in the scenic mountains of Southwest Virginia, we specialize in developing well-rounded retrievers for every lifestyle. Whether you live in Virginia, Northeast Tennessee, or the Tri-Cities region (Bristol, Kingsport, Johnson City), our facility is just a short drive away—and it’s the perfect place to train your dog for success.
With more than 30 years of experience, we provide comprehensive retriever training programs for hunting dogs, hunt test competitors, field trial retrievers, and family companions. Owners from Abingdon, Marion, Wytheville, Roanoke, and even across state lines in Tennessee and North Carolina trust us to bring out the best in their retrievers.
If you’re preparing for competition, we offer structured training programs tailored to AKC Hunt Tests, NAHRA events, and advanced field trial stakes. Whether you’re entering your first Junior Hunt Test or pushing toward Master Hunter or field trial titles, we prepare retrievers to perform at their highest level.
Our central location makes us a top choice for retriever owners across Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky.
Gun Dog Training for Waterfowl & Upland Hunters
Hunters from Virginia, Tennessee, and beyond rely on Lick Creek Retrievers to develop dependable hunting companions. Our gun dog training programs are built around real-world hunting conditions, ensuring your retriever is steady, controlled, and ready when the birds start flying.
Programs for waterfowl hunters in the New River Valley, Shenandoah Valley, and Tri-Cities region
Obedience, collar conditioning, and force fetch foundations
Advanced retriever drills for multiple marks and blind retrieves
Training with decoys, duck blinds, and live hunting setups
Whether you hunt the rivers and lakes of Southwest Virginia, the fields of Tennessee, or the marshes along the Virginia coast, we’ll help prepare your dog for the season.
Obedience & Companion Dog Training in Southwest Virginia
For families in Abingdon, Bristol, Kingsport, Johnson City, and the surrounding communities, we also offer obedience training for retrievers who may never see a duck blind but still deserve structure, consistency, and good manners.
Our location makes it convenient for dog owners in both Virginia and Tennessee to find professional obedience training close to home.
The Dogs
Our Dogs
Vegas is 70 pounds of style, energy and sass. She is an excellent marker and loves to retrieve.
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