Wind River Canine Partners, Dog Training & Boarding
  
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 Lori W 
 
October 17, 2021
 
 
  
Ally is very knowledgeable about service dog training. She is also willing to fit the training to you and your dog. Not a one size fits all approach. Highly recommend Wind River Dog Training!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sean Means 
 
February 22, 2019
 
 
  
The only place I trust with my dog aggressive pit bull! Great staff and great facilities.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ruth Blacketer 
 
July 24, 2024
 
 
  
This is our favorite place to board our  7 yr old active GSD. Dogs can be boarded with similar size/personality or boarded separately. Pens are large and grassy. The staff is fabulous, and everyone I've met loves animals. After boarding there for 5+ years, I have to say we won't go anywhere else!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gabbie Cummings 
 
June 24, 2024
 
 
  
I traveled with my friend and her dog to Montana for her daughter's wedding.  We heard of this place from a friend of a friend.  We went to check it out and have a meet & greet.  What kind and friendly staff.  Initial meet & greet was for 2 hours.  He LOVED it!!! My friend, on the other hand, was like leaving her kindergartener on the first day of school.  🤣  We brought Teddy back for a 2 day stay.  They allowed him to sleep inside with the overnight staff.  He made a lot of new friends.   Hannah was WONDERFUL!!!! If we are ever back in Victor or Hamilton and need a place to leave our pup, I will definitely come here.   Thank you Hannah for being so wonderful to my friend and her dog, Teddy.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tuesday Painter 
 
December 30, 2023
 
 
  
I took both my dogs to wind River for their orientation for daycare. It went great! Staff was super helpful and very kind throughout the process. They do about 3-4 hour orientation which is the best I’ve seen comparing to others which allows your dog to really adjust and see how they will fit in. They also have lots of different play yards to allow all types of dogs to be able to attend daycare! They give you a report card when you pick up your pups which is a cute touch and allows you to really see how their day went.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Kate Haire 
 
May 13, 2023
 
 
  
Many thanks to Kevin Alford for working with me and my English Cocker Spaniel puppy Percy - we are making real progress and I couldn't be more pleased.  Kevin is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and professional - as well as kind, patient, and able to explain not only what to do, but why, and the short-term and long-term outcomes to look for.  Looking forward to more training in the future!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Deb Bradford 
 
June 29, 2024
 
 
  
I gained valuable experience with my pup training with Kevin. I appreciate the time spent learning the proper way to handle situations that I might encounter with people and dogs. I know that it is the person who is ultimately responsible for the reactions of the pup. The training has been very helpful to a great relationship with my new companion!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Larissa Kennedy 
 
September 29, 2024
 
 
  
Wind River has helped me provide a solid start for my puppy and I am so excited to work with them as we provide Jytte with the tools, support, and training to be an amazing addition to my classroom as a therapy dog.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Don Iarussi MFA 
 
January 28, 2021
 
 
  
this is a great place that I would recommend 21. They have done such an amazing job with my dog Zuma and just two visits a 5-month-old lab retriever. I cannot believe the progress that they have made with him in just two visits. Between my wife and wild River canine the dog has made remarkable progress from the time we adopted him a month ago
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Loren Mostad 
 
September 4, 2016
 
 
  
The dog trainers are awesome!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Rilee Zilkey 
 
February 12, 2024
 
 
  
I cannot say enough good things about Wind River. We’ve been bringing our two dogs there for four years now and every single time I turn down their dirt road, they both perk up and get excited to see their friends. The staff are the absolute best and make sure your dogs know that they are loved. Our smaller dog did the two week board and train and came back better than we could’ve expected. Our older guy is definitely a little grumpy and not as mobile, but they take care of him just as good as we do at home. Thank you, Wind River!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sara Senn 
 
September 21, 2022
 
 
  
Worked with Kevin to train our pug.  We worked on obedience as well as behavioral modification.   After six training sessions, our girl is a whole new dog, calmer, obedient and a little joy to work with.   Thank you so much Kevin.  You are the best and I would recommend you to anyone who needs help with their pup.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ellis Juhlin 
 
February 13, 2026
 
 
  
We LOVE Wind River, I cannot say enough good things about the kennels and especially Elena. She has helped us learn how to communicate with and support our herding breed rescues and helped both our pups overcome tremendous hurdles! We tried several other types of training at other places but nothing seemed to work for Zayda to feel less reactive and just comfortable in new situations. Then we found Wind River. The dog Zayda is today is a complete 180 from the skittish pup we rescued, and we have Elena to thank!! She is the only person Zayda will choose to run to instead of me. Her care, commitment and ability to adapt to meet a dog where they’re at is inspiring.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Steven Carlston 
 
June 16, 2023
 
 
  
Very knowledgeable trainers We have had several rescue pups  come out of there with skillz!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Hannah Tellier 
 
January 2, 2024
 
 
  
I brought my first dog here in 2020 to start service dog training. We worked with Ally and have had the best experience. The whole team was amazing with my pup. We planned on doing owner training with support from a professional. Nothing could have been more perfect. Ally gave me space to work on what I knew how to do and helped me learn how to train things I didn’t know yet. We worked hard and the outcome was amazing. With my newest puppy, I trained him with Kevin. He was very gentle and kind to him and trained him the way he needed. Kevin pays close attention to your dogs and works with them to support their learning style. He is very knowledgeable and explained everything in a way I could easily understand. All four of my dogs love coming here. They have made wonderful friends and have a place to run and play. The facility is set up so there are multiple small groups of dogs. Rather than just one large play group, dogs are separated by size, temperament, and play style. I feel confident that my dogs are safe and happy when they board or come for daycare. Best part is, my puppy comes home tired and ready for a nap!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Michelle Navarro 
 
October 29, 2022
 
 
  
Kevin is a phenomenal dog trainer! He's knowledgeable, patient, and thorough. I appreciate the extra time he took to educate my family in dog behaviors and how those behaviors relate to training. Every session, he made sure we were comfortable with the training exercises and continuing those exercises beyond the lessons. His teaching style is the reason we were able to gain the success we have and I will continue to use him for future training needs. Thank you, Kevin!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Katlyn P 
 
April 10, 2021
 
 
  
We kept our dogs there for a few days. They’d slept a few 24 hours after because they were so exhausted. Beautiful property and great service.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Abby Shea 
 
August 15, 2025
 
 
  
My husband I recently boarded our two Goldens Harper and Hobbes with Wind River for a week and I couldn’t be happier with how professional, communicative, and passionate the kennel staff are! HUGE shoutout to Olivia and Savannah for taking such great care of our two babies and keeping us updated each day of our trip with a small add on! The facility is amazing but the staff is really where this business shines! We’ve never left our dogs for longer than a night but Wind River ensured they stayed together in play groups that would keep them safe, happy, and healthy. While we were anxious and worried sick about how they would do away from us, they were SO HAPPY and spent the week playing with friends, swimming, and just having a blast!! (Evidenced by the many pictures Olivia and Savannah sent us!) Wind River is the only place we’ll now trust with the cutest and fluffiest members of our family!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ben Deeble 
 
January 21, 2024
 
 
  
Boarded our dogs really well during 10 days of Montana winter cold.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 karen reynolds 
 
January 16, 2024
 
 
  
Our dog, Freya, loves it there for boarding and daycare.  She gets so excited when we turn down the road to Wind River.  Everyone is very nice and they always make sure Freya is having a good time.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Terri Jenisch 
 
July 3, 2024
 
 
  
When we adopted our energetic Aussie/Bernie/Poo, we knew he would have high energy and would need training. Despite our best efforts, we were not successful at managing his behavior. We decided to invest in training for him in a board and train program that emphasized positive reinforcement. We went with Wind River Canine Partners.  We had an interview with Kevin and decided on a three-week board and train. The transformation was remarkable. They were professional and compassionate from the beginning and they kept us updated with regular progress videos and photos. They focused on rewarding Duncan for good behavior and making him successful, which really made a difference. Duncan returned home with a solid foundation of commands and much better manners. Kevin also provided us with a training plan to continue his progress. It was a relief to see Duncan so happy, confident, and well-behaved. The board and train program was a game-changer for us, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the positive impact it had on our puppy!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tari Lautenschlager 
 
January 11, 2021
 
 
  
Staff is great. Friendly.  Very communicative. And, my dog really enjoyed his time there too
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jen Premselaar 
 
August 6, 2026
 
 
  
I have been seeing Caleaha for private lessons for my dog Bodhi.  I've worked with tons of trainers in the past with my rescue dogs and their various behaviors and Caleaha is the best I've ever worked with.  She is very clear, explains things in a very articulate manner and the difference she has made with Bodhi has been amazing.  Most importantly, she has trained me beyond the skills I had so I can continue to work with Bodhi in between lessons.  I highly recommend her and Wind River for boarding as well.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gina Sanford 
 
February 22, 2019
 
 
  
There aren't enough words to describe how amazing Ally & Kelsey are!  Ally at Wind River Canine Partners helped train my husband's service dog Cadence and my Daughter's service dog Jazmine. During Cadence and Jazzy's board and stay portion of training, they stayed at Wind River and received the absolute best care.   Cadence is now a working service dog for PTSD anxiety and migraine detection. Jazzy is now a working service dog for allergy detection (peanuts) medical alert and anxiety.  There aren't words to describe how our life has changed for the better, because of the work Cadence and Jazzy are able to do for my husband and child.  This is the absolute best facility around for training and boarding!  Thank you Wind River for all that you do.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Elizabeth Warriner 
 
May 26, 2025
 
 
  
The best review I can give is from my dogs. They lose their minds they are so excited when we turn off the hwy to go there. They absolutely love it.  It's a wonderful place to kennel the dogs when we aren't able to take them with us. Kevin was the trainer for 1 of my dogs, he will stop and return from chasing a jack rabbit. He is the best trained dog I've ever had.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Taylor Dowell 
 
February 25, 2019
 
 
  
Amazing trainers, they work miracles! Best boarding facility in the area, my dogs always get all the exercise and attention they need and are EXHAUSTED from playing so much when I pick them up!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 John Sullivan 
 
January 21, 2024
 
 
  
We have been boarding our dogs at Wind River Canine Partners for many years and we highly recommend them. The staff is personable and professional and we never have any concerns when boarding at Wind River. In fact, we think our dogs look forward to staying at Wind River! Highly recommended!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jennifer Wagoner 
 
July 1, 2022
 
 
  
My dogs love it here! The staff is really nice and helpful. :)
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 George Havens 
 
October 24, 2021
 
 
  
Nice facility with an outstanding staff.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tracey Rogstad 
 
April 15, 2024
 
 
  
My dog loves going to Windriver Kennel! They take great care of the animals.