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Rody and Kristin Best
Rody is an owner of Best Retrievers and Head Field Trainer. He is responsible for the field work portion of the training. Rody deals primarily with the competitive dogs and advanced training. He has over 20 years of professional training experience!
Kristin is an owner of Best Retrievers and is head of the administrative side of the business. She is responsible for teaching every new trainer the foundation phase. She is our primary formal fetch trainer in our Gundog program and also runs the BR Whelping Service. This includes delivering and raising puppies, as well as finding the perfect home for each and every one!
Kerrigan Odom, Remi and Annie
Meet Kerrigan Odom - Our Gundog and Advanced Gundog Trainer
Kerrigan Odom joined the Best Retrievers team in the summer of 2021. Having grown up with a deep love for dogs and a passion for hunting with her family, Kerrigan brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to her role. She and her dogs, Annie and Remi, are avid duck hunters. With one year of previous experience in dog training, Kerrigan has quickly become an integral part of our team as a Gundog and Advanced Gundog trainer. She runs dogs in AKC Master and Super Retriever Series events, and she has successfully qualified her dog Remi for the Crown Championship. We are super excited to have Kerrigan on board and look forward to her continued contributions to Best Retrievers!
Dakota Best and Slider
Meet Dakota - Our Gundog and Advanced Gundog Trainer
Dakota, an avid hunter, has spent his entire life immersed in the dog training lifestyle. With a track record of success, running Many dogs at all AKC levels of and receiving Junior, Senior and Master Titles, also qualifying for Master National, and competed with multiple dogs in the Super Retriever Series. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness from Texas A&M. Dakota joined the Best Retrievers team in February 2022 as a Gundog and Advanced Gundog trainer. We are thrilled to have Dakota on our team and look forward to seeing him continue the family tradition with his expertise and passion for dog training!
Tori Sandoval, Ruger and Oliver
Meet Tori - Foundation and Basic Obedience Trainer
Tori is part of our Basic Obedience team and has truly found her niche here at Best Retrievers. With a calm, consistent approach and a clear understanding of how dogs learn, she’s become a steady and dependable presence in our training program. Over the past year, Tori has continued to grow as a trainer and has shown a real gift for helping dogs build confidence and structure. She brings thoughtfulness, patience, and a quiet strength to everything she does—and we’re proud to have her as part of our team.
Jacob Segars- L-R Tootsie, Zeke and Koda
Meet Jacob- Gundog Foundation and Gundog Trainer
Meet Jacob – Foundation and Gun Dog Trainer
Jacob joined the Best Retrievers team in December of 2024 and has already become a tremendous asset to our program. As both a Foundation Trainer and Gun Dog Trainer, Jacob specializes in starting dogs the right way—establishing a strong foundation and building them up into confident, reliable gun dogs. Originally from Georgia, Jacob and his wife moved to Texas so he could follow his dream of becoming a professional retriever trainer. Since then, his steady presence, thoughtful approach, and big heart have made a lasting impact on both the dogs and the people around him. We’re grateful to have Jacob on our team and deeply appreciate the care, consistency, and passion he brings to Best Retrievers every day.
Hunter Pilarski - Appa, Zorro and Kevin
Meet Hunter - Foundation and Basic Obedience Trainer
Originally from Tennessee, Hunter joined the Best Retrievers team after graduating from Starmark Dog Academy, where he also worked as a trainer before making the move to Texas. Since joining our team, Hunter has brought an incredible energy and passion to everything he does. Hunter works in our Basic Obedience Program and also plays a key role in our Puppy Imprinting Program. He helps young dogs get off to a strong start, and he lays the groundwork for future gun dogs with foundational obedience. His natural connection with the dogs is easy to see—he trains with both structure and heart, and the dogs respond to it. Hunter has quickly become a valued part of our team, and we’re excited to see the impact he’ll continue to make at Best Retrievers.
Paige Brown and Tank
Meet Paige - Administrative Coordinator
Paige joined the Best Retrievers Team in the Summer of 2018, becoming the invaluable voice of our organization. As our Administrative Coordinator, she handles all phone calls and emails, managing reservations for our diverse training programs with efficiency and care. Paige also maintains meticulous vet records for our monthly visits, assists in our Whelping Service, runs essential errands, and helps manage the BR Pro Shop. Her multitasking abilities and attention to detail make her a tremendous asset to our team, and we consider ourselves very fortunate to have her as a key member of the BR family!
Kara Best, Smokey and Caddie
Meet Kara - Office Coordinator
Kara joined the Best Retrievers Team in the winter of 2022, bringing her expertise to a variety of office duties. As our Office Coordinator, she handles billing, payroll, and ensures the smooth operation of our administrative tasks. Kara's attention to detail and thoroughness are immense assets to our team, contributing to the efficiency and success of our organization. We're grateful to have Kara as a valued member of the Best Retrievers family!