Retriever mid-retrieve in marsh water

Zion Kennels — Est. 1994

Professional
Retriever
Training

30 years of experience training retrievers, gun dogs, and obedience dogs in East Texas.

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Est. 1994  ·  Ladonia, TX  ·  Retrievers  ·  Gun Dogs  ·  Obedience

Why Zion Kennels

Decades of Proven Results

Eddie and the Zion Kennels team have been training retrievers and gun dogs in East Texas since 1994. Every dog is treated with patience, care, and the kind of hands-on attention that produces confident, happy working dogs. Whether you're preparing for the field, the hunt test, or simply want a well-mannered companion, Zion Kennels delivers results built on three decades of experience.

"Any dog that would go to the line with him was always happy. None ever looked afraid or timid."

— Laura McCaw
Trainer with five Labrador Retrievers and award medals

What We Offer

Training Programs

Retriever Training

Retriever Training

Field-proven retriever training for hunt tests, competitions, and the blind.

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Gun Dog Training

Gun Dog Training

Upland and waterfowl gun dog development from foundation to finished.

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General Obedience Training

General Obedience

Foundational obedience for a confident, well-mannered companion.

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Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

"I think this photo shows just how much Eddie helps guide these dogs he trains to do the one thing they absolutely love to do and that's retrieve."

William Reed

"I always recommend Eddie to my puppy buyers for training because I trust him."

Laura McCaw

Get Started

Ready to Start Training?

Contact us to discuss your dog's training needs. We take bookings in person — come visit us in Ladonia, TX.