In 2006, the seeds of Best Retrievers were planted when Rody and Kristin Best, alongside their three young boys, set up their home on a picturesque 21-acre property, complete with a house and 20 dog crates squeezed into their extra bedroom. Little did they know, this humble beginning would mark the birth of a renowned retriever training facility.
Over the past 18 years, Best Retrievers has flourished into one of the nation's leading training facilities, boasting top-notch trainers and staff. With dedication and passion, they have shaped thousands of gundogs, transforming them into successful companions both at home and in the field.
Their journey of expansion began with the construction of their first building in the fall of 2006, equipped with 25 kennels. By 2010, they had expanded further, adding another building with 46 kennels to accommodate their growing clientele. In 2012, they seized the opportunity to acquire an additional 95 acres adjacent to their property, where they built their family home.
Continuing their expansion efforts, in October 2017, they acquired an additional 3 acres and a house adjoining the front of their property, providing additional housing for their dedicated training staff. Alongside these structural expansions, Best Retrievers invested in enhancing their training facilities with the creation of several training ponds over the years.
From the Tech Pond and Swim-by in 2008 to the addition of the Lake in 2015, Rocky’s Pond in 2016, Flooded Timber in 2017, and Coal's Pond in 2019, each addition has enriched their training opportunities and bolstered their program's effectiveness.
