CIRCLE R KENNEL - Michigan German Shorthaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever Breeders

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About CIRCLE R KENNEL

Our licensed kennel specializes in training pointing breeds but also work flushers for upland hunting. Dogs should be at least 10 months old. A two week evaluation will be done on your dog. If we feel that your dog is not progressing satisfactorily, the dog and remaining training fee will be returned to the owner. An up to date health certificate will be required. All dogs should receive vaccines at least 30 days prior to scheduled drop off date.

The owner will provide dog food. This is done to make sure dog has food that his system is accustomed to.

During a one month training period, your dog will be fully conditioned to a beeper collar, hand and whistle signal trained, worked with our finished dogs, and have birds shot down to them.

We train on over 300 acres of personal property and 150 acres of preserve property. All of this acreage is designated as state licensed hunting preserve property, so dogs can be trained and shot over year round. In addition, we have access to several ponds so your dogs can be exercised and worked in the water.

Need your dog conditioned? Our property has a one mile trail that your dog can be safely run/roaded on with our ATV's.  

Circle R Kennel has 3-4 well bred, hard hunting G.S.P. males  for breeding, and raise a couple of litters a year from our top females. Started and finished dogs also avaliable.

Limited heated boarding  space (with or without field work), also avaliable. 4000 square foot fenced exercise area.

References avaliable upon request.

Hunting Dog Breeds Raised
German Shorthaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever
Additional Services
Hunting, Training, Stud Services, Boarding
Breeder Contact Info
Brad Rainey
1688 English Road
Deford, Michigan 48729
Breeding quality gun dogs for over 25 years.
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Submitted by: Blake H on Dec 09, 2020
Brad and his wife are great people, and were very welcoming to my wife and I. Our Male GSP was born on 5/22/2020. He loves to be trained and stay busy but also is a great family dog and very affectionate. We couldn’t imagine our lives without him. Thanks Brad!
Submitted by: Debbie Swenty on Aug 01, 2020
We could not ask for a better experience!! Brad and Candy are a great couple to work with. Brad answered all of our questions and went above the norm for someone wanting to know more about his kennels and dogs. This was our first time getting a pup online and had to drive 7 hrs to get to the kennels. We now have a very healthy, happy 9 week old GSP named Jasmine. She is beautiful, easily trainable and is enjoying her large yard and toys. Thank you for everything!!
Submitted by: Joe Kociolek on Apr 28, 2019
I got my first GSP 6 years ago. Her name is babe Brad was very nice , informative about the best way for me to train her and has allways answered any questions I have had all these years. What else can I say, he loves what he is doing and in opinion you can not find anyone better at training or raising a better hunting dog. I have had and enjoy every moment I spend with babe. He is willing to work with me on the best hunting dog I have ever had. She is amazing an absolute pleasure, and a hunting fool. She loves to hunt even more than me! This guy will not let you down!!!
Submitted by: Meghan Grabowski on Sep 03, 2018
This is our first Red Fox Lab puppy from Brad and we cannot say anything but wonderful things about Brad and our puppy (Goose).

Goose at almost 7 months old is extremely smart and a strong swimmer. To say he loves the water is an understatement. On top of that, he is quick and eager to learn new things. He truly is our pride and joy.

Brad was extremely helpful during our puppy picking process. Very knowledgeable about the breed. Really hoping he breeds again this upcoming winter/spring, we would love to get a female.
Submitted by: Gary and Wendy Hazel on Jul 10, 2018
We picked up our third circle R kennels German Shorthair. His name is Kodiak and like his brother and sister Sasha and Gunnar her is a fantastic dog. Brad is very knowledgeable and does an excellent job with his breeding.Couldn't be happier highly recommend Circle R if you're looking for a fine quality hunting dog that also makes a great pet and house dog, Then Circle R is the place you should look.All 3 of our GSPs sleep with us in the bed every night.
I am a Grouse hunter and Brads dogs do a great job on this elusive bird.
Can't wait till fall to get this young pup out of the Grouse Woods so far his training has been excellent like all of Brad's dog he is very intelligent.
Submitted by: Gary and Wendy Hazel on Jul 10, 2018
We picked up our third circle R kennels German Shorthair. His name is Kodiak and like his brother and sister Sasha and Gunnar her is a fantastic dog. Brad is very knowledgeable and does an excellent job with his breeding.Couldn't be happier highly recommend Circle R if you're looking for a fine quality hunting dog that also makes a great pet and house dog, Then Circle R is the place you should look.All 3 of our GSPs sleep with us in the bed every night.
I am a Grouse hunter and Brads dogs do a great job on this elusive bird.
Can't wait till fall to get this young pup out of the Grouse Woods so far his training has been excellent like all of Brad's dog he is very intelligent.
Submitted by: Tracey Frantz on Jul 04, 2018
I purchased GSP puppy from Brad in June and she's just been amazing. I currently have a 10 yr old GSP and she gets alone nicely with the puppy. Brad has been fantastic with answering all my questions before and after I purchased the pup. I would recommend anyone to him. I also look forward to possibly getting another pup from him n the future
Submitted by: Kris Peltier on Jun 27, 2018
Finally getting around to leaving my review here!!! We bought our GSP pup 4 years ago from Brad. Our 10 year old GSP had just passed, and even though we are not hunters- we loved this breed, and wanted another. I found Brad online, called him, and went out to check out the only pup he had left right then. A perfect match for us- a male, and all brown- which is just what we wanted!!! Brad was so nice- answered any questions we had- even after we bought him. He was full of helpful advice!! We’ve had Walli 4 years now, and I can honestly say he has the best temperament of any dog we have ever owned!! He is loving and friendly to everyone, and everyone wants to know what kind of dog he is, and where did we find him. I HIGHLY recommend Brad if you are looking for a top-notch GSP!!
Submitted by: Jeff Case on May 27, 2018
We purchased a lab puppy from Brad on 4/9/18. Brad answered all my questions and showed me the parents of the puppy. Both he and his wife were friendly and passionate about the dogs!

The puppy (Jett) is now 13 weeks old. He was potty trained at 11 weeks. He is currently swimming, understands basic obedience commands and retrieving. Jett gets excited when he sees a gun and I look forward to introducing him to live birds later this summer!

Jett is a well bred, loving and intelligent dog! I would recommend Brad to anyone who want a good lab or German Shorthair puppy.
Submitted by: Jason Ghiotto on Apr 04, 2018
Brad is great to deal with!! Drove 7 ½ hour to pick up a 10 month German shorthair pointer. She has a great personality, and is a natural with her hunting skills. Would definitely recommended Brad to anyone looking for a companion, and an amazing hunting partner. Thank you again Brad. We will be back when we are interested in another puppy.
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