Prince's Quality Gundogs Testimonials

I must share my experience with all gun dog owners and especially and one looking for not just a hunting dog but a superior hunting partner for many years. I came to know John 9 months ago during my research to purchase not only my first gun dog but a family companion. I contacted John and just wanted some information on him and his kennels and the dogs he produces. John spent several hours on the phone telling me about himself, his kennels and more importantly his positive approach to raising and training shorthairs. During this time John said to me "Jack you are welcome to come to my home and stay with me to view the parents, other dogs and any puppies you wish" I was absolutely shocked beyond belief. What person this day in age is willing to open up there home to let someone they had only spoken to over the phone come into there home and see first hand there kennel operation. I quickly came to think this is an outstanding person who is not only committed to raising and training great gun dogs but someone who cared about people and his dogs along with the individuals new partner. After picking out a puppy from John and not being able to travel due to weather issues we made arrangements to ship the dog with John's promise to always be available for anything when ever I needed anything. My female arrived and I could not have been more pleased with Casey. Well I now need to share as Casey is 8 months old I just got back from taking John up on his offer to visit Kansas and learn from him but also spend time as he trained my pup. I must admit in my wildest dreams what John was able to do with my pup in 2 short days was the most incredible dog training one could ever hope for. You need to see it to believe it it dang near was the most professional training I have ever seen. John had Casey whoa broke, retrieving to hand, handling in the field and not chasing birds in the short time. She was performing like a dream and I could not be more proud of her but astonished at the mans knowledge, help and training but his willingness to not only work with Casey but also with me. I was simply blown away by the accomplishments of Casey and how John's teaching was 100% positive with her and the field. She not only has continued on in her success but is a totally more positive in the house with our young children also. The type of dog John has is about natural ability and positive with outstanding behavior and temperament. I can tell you when you speak to John there is not a more honest, real and helpful person I have ever meet in my life. I must say THANK YOU JOHN PRINCE for not only providing me a awesome dog for years to come but for your help, teaching and time to visit with you and stay in your home but this breeder is the real deal and a heck of a person. I am looking forward to my future in the field with Casey and also adding a future shorthair to the family but also the friend I have made. If you should ever desire to speak to me call John and he can get you in touch with me and I will share more positive thoughts about John and his dogs. You need to see his dogs and the passion he has not only to produce a great gun dog but an awesome gun dog. It simply does not get any better than John and the dogs he has and produces. Thanks a million John for everything.

Submitted by: Jack Patty on Jun 30, 2008

I was looking on the internet when I came across John's site. I started looking at it and started reading the testimonials. So I thought "too good to be true", boy was I wrong. I called John and it was like I had known him for years. We talked about the pups that he had and the dogs that were in his kennel. I told John that I wanted a dog that would work close to me and would not just take off and leave me behind. John promised that not only would my dog be everything I wanted but more. I could not wait to see for myself. One month later I went to go pick up Gus. John took me out and showed me some quick training tips while we were there. This pup has been everything and more that John promised. On the 500+ mile trip home if Gus wanted out of the carrier to do his business he would just give one little wimper, pull over get him out does his business and back in the carrier, no fuss at all. This happened all the way home, 12 plus hours of driving. I brought him home and had him on pigeons the next week. Gus was pointing birds from 15-20 feet away. Solid points tail up and rock solid. My buddy could not believe it, only 2 months old and he was out working dogs that were 6 months old. Everyone asks where did you get that dog, and all I can say is Prince's Kennels. Gus is now 7 months old and has been with me on Pheasants and quail, and NEVER flinched when fired over him. I am so impressed with this pup that I am already planning my next trip to Kansas to see John again.

Submitted by: Richie Gonzales on Jan 26, 2008

Gus on Point

After searching the web a couple of months for a GSP puppy, my nephew Greg told me that I should call John Prince. In our first phone conversation I told john that I was looking for an easily trainable GSP puppy that was predominantly white in color with a solid brown head and a high tail. John laughed and said that if that was all I wanted, he could fix me up as he had several upcoming litters.

The next time we spoke, John said that he had just the puppy I was looking for. I purchased "Lola" sight unseen.

When bird season opened in Southern California, Lola was just six months old. Since she would respond to "come", "Kennel" and "whoa" on command, my nephew Greg and I decided that it was time to take her hunting. On her first wild chukar hunt, Lola was the first of our four dogs to point. She also retrieved the first chukar we had shot. That same week Lola also pointed and retrieved wild quail. She is not only quick to learn, but she is also the best looking dog on the block!

John Prince is just a phone call away and he is always ready to answer my questions and share training tips. In addition, he calls me periodically to see how Lola is coming along.

My nephew and I are both impressed with John's concern for his dogs after they leave the kennel.

Rod Batchelor
Southern California

Submitted by: Rod Batchelor on Jan 15, 2008

HI JOHN;
I BOUGHT A FEMALE PUP FROM YOU A COUPLE OF MOS. AGO, SHE WAS 6 MOS. OLD ON DEC. 21ST. I HAVE BEEN WORKING HER ON PIGEONS AND LAST FRIDAY I BOUGHT 20 QUAIL. I SET THEM OUT 5 AT A TIME. SHE FOUND AND POINTED 18 OF THE 20 THAT I SET OUT. 4 OF THE BIRDS FLEW OFF BEFORE WE GOT TO THEM, AND SHE FOUND AND POINTED TWO OF THEM. SHE RETRIEVED EVERY BIRD AND ONE BIRD WAS NOT HIT VERY HARD AND MAGGIE CHASED THAT BIRD AROUND AND THRU BRUSH PILES FOR 15 MIN. AND CAME BACK WITH THE BIRD. I WOULD PUT MY PUP AGAINST A LOT OF 3 AND 4 YEAR OLD DOGS I'VE HUNTED OVER AND BE PROUD TO DO IT. YOU SAID SHE WOULD BE A NATURAL AND YOU TOLD THE TRUTH.
THANKS AND HAPPY HUNTING, BOB SMITH

Submitted by: Bob Smith on Jan 6, 2008

HI, My name is Don Ivy and through gun dog breeders.com I've made a fine purchase of a Bird dog. I bought JAG, a 21 month old male german short hair pointer from Prince's Quality Gun Dogs in Sept. of 2007. He is a complete package for me, a very good bird dog and a well behaved house pet at a reasonable price and delivered to you safely. I'll be the first to admit that I was bit skeptical about buying a dog online, but after speaking with the owner John Prince I decided to give him a shot, and john delivered the goods. I would highly recommend john for a dog purchase, for the simple fact that john was honest and delivered exactly what I needed in a gundog and companion. thanks john sincerely Don Ivy

Submitted by: Don Ivy on Dec 24, 2007

I have known John for several years, I met him while quail hunting in Kansas. I also own GSP,s. Between John's studs and my females, we have shared a few litters of pups. John's dogs are all natural, and his training is second to none. His experience has helped me become a better trainer for my dog's, John is always there for any questions or extra training. I feel he takes special interest in his dogs, he goes above and beyond to produce a quality product, even after they leave his kennel. I consider John a friend to my family and I, and will always return to John and his kennel for future pups. Thanks John

Submitted by: Brad Walker on Dec 19, 2007

I contacted John about a GSP puppy in early Feburary in 2007. John gave me the information on two litters that he was expecting to be on the ground in early April. I had been in the market for over a year and since this was going to be a gundog along with a member of the family I was going to cover all my bases(I could not afford a mistake). Based on my very specific criteria John and I chose one of the two litters which was a repeat breeding. I asked John for references and he obliged me very promptly with 4 different names. As I expected all four gave me rave reviews with one actually excited to know about the upcoming litter and wanting to get his name on the list. John assured me that these puppies were going to be natural gundogs.

I write this letter in early December 2007. This puppy has proven true to Johns words. I started her on pen raised birds she pointed her first quail at around 3 months of age. We began killing birds over her at around 4 and 1/2 months and she was "hunting dead" and retreiving them back to me at that point. Today we have been in the field hunting wild birds with her and the older dogs for over a month. She has been very cautious and is steadily improving with each time out. She has been on both ends, pointing birds while the other dogs "back" her and "backing" with the other dogs on point.

I would like to thank John for his honesty and patience while I did my research. The bottom line is I found the person from whom I will purchase my next dog when I purchased this dog in April.

Submitted by: Matt Martin on Dec 7, 2007

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I visited John, January 2007, and saw the litter of puppies I got my pup out of. The temperature was below freezing and icy conditions. John said he liked working with his dogs and he proved it that day. We stayed outside for about 3 hours as he showed me his dogs. I was impressed. The dogs were eager to work and did not mind the harsh conditions. I picked up my puppy the middle of February and have been impressed the entire time. She is constantly after birds and very stylish pointing with a 12 O'clock tail. She enjoys water and is always ready to go.

I have enjoyed how quickly she scents birds in the fields and how well she handles her points for a puppy. I just visited John this past week and my puppy Zoe pointed the fist quail and held her point till we flushed the bird. The second quail we thought that she was running in a heavily vegetated area and we could not see her. We stood there for about 5 minutes looking for her and talking about where she could be. I stepped to my right about 5 yards and saw her locked up on point. The next 3 birds we very similar. Zoe is VERY intense on birds to say the least and still easily trained.

John has bred excellent GSPs and is very helpful and ready to train dogs.

In closing, the quality of dogs that John breeds is that of the high dollar kennels we all so often hear about but can not afford a dog from.

Thanks John,
Dean

Submitted by: Dean Montgomery on Oct 23, 2007

..Dean's son, Tyler, and Zoe

I purchased my second GSP from John 7 years ago. My first had been a large male from the Boston area that was very difficult to manage. After being away from GSP?s for several years I contacted John via a mutual business acquaintance. I have to second several of the other testimonials that John is an honest guy, a radically different experience pre and post purchase from my pervious GSP experiences.

I was looking for an exceptional bird dog but also realize that 80% of the year the dog would be living with the family in the house and most importantly with my wife and young children. I spent a lot of time interviewing breeders and looking at pups. In the end I was so impressed with John that I purchased Piper without physically meeting John or seeing the dog.

John paired us up perfectly with a wonderfully tempered female. She is a joy in the house and very aggressive yet a close worker in the field. We hunt public land with stocked birds and lots of pressure so it?s important that your dog stay close. I am always impressed how Piper picks up birds that other dogs run right past. So much so that I usually hang back in the parking lots and let the other hunters get 15 min ahead of us.

My two boys are now 14 and 16 and they have learned how to hunt pheasant over Piper. My greatest joy hunting happened last year while the men in the group where taking a water break, Piper pealed off into the brush nose down and my then 15 year old took his first solo Rooster over her. Perfect point, hold and retrieve.

John was a great help early on with training advice and has stayed in contact over the years checking in periodically to ask how things are going.

My next GSP will be from John Price.

Sincerely,
Ed Osowski

Submitted by: Ed Osowski 7 Sep 2007

I have been raising and training bird dogs since 1973. John called me because he was looking for a started dog for a client. After four hours of talking to John, I decided he had the kind of dogs I would like to breed my female to. He sent me pictures of some gorgeous stud dogs. And then I knew for sure I had to take my female to him.
I drove up to Pittsburg from Arkansas when my female came into season. John was a very gracious host and gave me a place to stay for the next 3 days. I learned more about dog training in the next 3 days than I ever had before. It was very insightful watching John take dogs that had been nothing but pets and turn them into nice working dogs. He has all the skills and the facilities required to take an untrained dog into a full blown bird dog. I will never take a dog that needs training to anyone else again. My wife is deathly allergic to dogs so it much easier to let someone else train my dog for me.
I would recommend John to anyone who has a dog that needs training. I also watched 4 month old pups pointing birds. If you need a great puppy who is a natural bird dog (doesn't need to be force broke for anything) then John is the person you need to see.

Submitted by: Dennis Jameson 5 Sep 2007

I purchased my GSP (Abby) sight unseen from Mr. Prince and it has been nothing but a great experience. Abby did everything John said she would do and more. I have nothing but good to say about Prince's Quality dogs and look forward to my next purchase from John. (Cuz will enjoy hunting behind the lead dog this year). Thanks John

Submitted by: Tommie Robinson on 30 Jul 2007

Hello John, Your dog is wonderful, he is a joy to watch working and is a faithful and loving companion to us all. He adores Jonathon and my son, hopefully you will see the picture oft them in the hammock in the yard! but he seems to be most bonded to me, perhaps because I do most work with him. He is very gentle at home and is very content with our Border Collie who he has grown up with. As for a working dog, people here say they have never seen such an amazing young GSP, he is truly exceptional. I'm glad to see so much good feedback on your website. I posted my feedback so I hope that goes down well. Everyone here loves the dog...like I said if we didn't already have 2 we would love another, but 2 is our maximum! I hope all continues to go well for you throughout the rest of the year, Best regards, Lucinda Wright

My husband and I decided we were finally ready to add a dog to our house. After doing about 5 months of research and working with our closest family friend who is a vet in Connecticut we decided a German Shorthaired Pointer would be an excellent dog for us. We are not hunters, but I am a runner and wanted a dog who would exercise with me. I found John on this site and found him a pleasure to work with. He was willing to our address our needs and find the right litter for us to find a puppy that was the best fit. John answered all of our questions and was willing to speak to our family friend to answer all of her questions as well. We visited John's kennel once prior to the litter's arrival and were impressed with his knowledge. Murphy has been with us for about 4 weeks and we can't imagine not having him. He is very intelligent. He taught himself to retrieve toys and will bring back almost everything thrown to him without even being called too. Of course we think he is the most beautiful dog ever, but he gets comments from everyone at the weekly farmer's market as well. We are truly lucky to have found John and his puppies and would recommend him to anyone looking for a dog.

Submitted by: Holly Perkins on 28 Jul 2007

I bought a GSP puppy from John Prince in June of 2006. I have never owned a bird dog much less trained one, but I wanted to try as we are trying to re-establish quail on a friend's farm in South Arkansas. John asked if I wanted the dog for a pet or to hunt with. I told him I wanted one that would be good for both. He said he had one that he thought I would like. Sasha was pointing quail wings at 9 weeks of age and was retrieving anything thrown for her at 11 weeks of age. She retrieved doves shot over her at 4 months of age. Although I have not had the opportunity to get her in wild birds, she has never failed to point or retrieve any of the numerous birds I have put out in the fields for her. She is a pure joy to watch and hunt with. She also has a very soft mouth. Whenever quail or chukars have escaped from the pen, she has never failed to find any of them and has always returned them to me totally unharmed. I recently had the opportunity to hunt her with another dog for the first time and to my amazement she honored his point and backed him perfectly.
As for a pet, she is a house dog and is the most docile and loving creature when she is inside. She would be a lap dog if it were possible. She was completely house trained in a couple of weeks and rapidly learned and obeys all commands I have taught her. To observe her inside you would never believe she was a hunting dog. However, when I take her outside, make her sit and then release her to hunt she turns into a different dog. If you start the 4-wheeler up she will be loaded before you can even think about getting on and will ride as long as you will let her. If she sees me or anyone else leave the cabin with a shotgun, she is right at your side.
As I said, I was totally inexperienced in dealing with a bird dog. John was very helpful in instructing me how to begin training her and always willing to answer any questions I might have had. He absolutely sold me the perfect dog. In fact, at the time I purchased Sasha, John had one of her male litter mates also and I am not too sure if I knew then what I know now that I would not have purchased him too.

Submitted by: Carl Perkins on 24 Jul 2007

I've known John 13 yrs now and I have to say I'm better off for it! It's not just his ability to produce/train a World Class GSPs, but it's his ability to develop and nurture long lasting friendships! Let me tell you a little about John and I's history. It was in the summer of 04 when John seen me working my string of viszla's at a local training ground and he approached me just to say hi and to look my dogs over. As he could see I loved what I was doing but at the same time he seen that I didn't have the proper tools to work with since I was using a poor flightless pigeon for the purpose of starting a couple new pups which we knew had disaster written all over it! LOL John was nice enough to offer me to come over to his kennel and he'd let me use his pigeons and any other tools I might need which I took him up on immediately! After arriving at Johns Kennel and staking out the dogs he wanted me to come take a look at his stock of GSP'S, keep in mind I was a firm believer of the viszla and really wasn't interested in anything else until we stepped into the field and I seen "Sully" which if you know anything about John and his operation you'll know that Sully was the foundation and start of Johns breeding success! This dog simply blew me away he was simply stated "AWESOME" and at that moment I knew in my mind that I was getting ready to be a GSP owner. I called John a few days later and worked out a deal to come over and clean and feed and in return John would let me use his facility, birds, and anything else I needed to train my dogs which today I still thank him for because John gave me the start and opportunity to get to where I soon would be! It wasn't but a couple months after I had been working at John's kennel that he approached me and made me an offer I couldn't refuse. As I stated earlier, the moment I seen Sully I wanted a GSP but at the time I was a broke college student that couldn't afford a $350 dollar puppy but John knew the desire and drive I had to enter the field trial scene and be the best at it! We both knew that my current stock wasn't going to take me to the head of the winners string anytime soon so John gave me what turned out to be one of the best gifts I ever received, one of soon to be best GSP in the country! A few of you out there might have heard of CARPENTERS "RAISING ABLE KANE" By the time Kane was 5 1/2 months of age he had won his first non-sanctioned field trial which told me that I had something special. It was time to start entering sanctioned NSTRA trials which Kane quickly dominated! Kane placed second at the age of 6 months and would have won the trial with an impressive five find four retrieve one back performance against at that time a 4 time NSTRA champion Pointer if the handler wouldn't have missed a bird! That still haunts me!! lol Kane went on to earn many wins including NSTRA field champion status as well as Iowa's Pheasant forever championship, NBDCA 2nd runner-up at the NBDCA National championship. Most men believe they make the dog but if we're honest with ourselves and If we as trainers become successful we know it's the other way around It's the dog that makes the man and I will attest to this. Kane took me to success that I never dreamed of. It was at the Iowa invitational classic that hall of fame trainer/handler Dan Marr who many of you might recall took BIT-O-Bandee into the record books judged Kane in the last brace of the day and after the brace Dan approached me and stated that Kane might be one of the best animals he had ever seen! This was a major compliment and needless to say a big day in this guy's life! Dan opened many doors for me in the birddog business including the chance to earn a full sponsorship and pro-staff level with Innotek and a year later at the time the youngest Bass Pro Shop "REDHEAD PROSTAFFER" in the country I got to travel all over the country giving seminars on how to develop and train your hunting companion with the electric collar. I had the privilege to train and spend time with some of the worlds best trainers and everywhere I went Kane was at my side and the topic of discussion around many dinner tables! Simply put "Kane" was the key reason for my quick rise to the top of the hunting industry! I know this isn't a testimonial about Me but I felt compelled to describe some of my success because none of it would have happened if it wasn't for John Prince's friendship, loyalty, advice and the tool that took me to the top "RAISING ABLE KANE" if John wouldn't have taken me in and introduced me to the GSP I wouldn't have achieved the success and life long memories that Kane and I made traveling the country! John, I want to thank you for your friendship and being there whenever I needed something! If there's anyone out there thinking about adding a friend or a World class GSP to there lives I highly recommend John and Princes quality gundogs! John I look forward to seeing you again and your new facility and maybe we can go stake a string out and have some fun!

Your friend!

Submitted by: Brian Carpenter on 2 Jul 2007

I purchased a male GSP from John Prince in June 2004. Maverick was sired by Brown LS Dixieland Alabi adn Stubblefield Baroque. Maverick was purchased for my youngest son as a pet. Due to Maverick's intuition to point birds in the backyard I knew I had to train this dog to hunt. I contacted John when Maverick was still only 5 mos old. John took Maverick and trained him in just four weeks to point, back, retrieve and hunt with a burning desire that I find very hard to beat. With this said John Prince and Maverick have shown me and my two sons and my father a new found love for quail hunting, and spending some good quality time in the field that would not have been possible before.

John has provided my family a great hunting companion to spend time with, but also a very intelligent dog that sleeps on the couch and protects the home as well. I highly recommend John Prince's Gun Dogs and his personal touch in his dog training. John is up front and honest, and truly cares about you and your new pup.

Thanks John,
Your Friend

Chris Kittrell

Submitted by: Chris Kittrell on 19 Jun 2007

At the time I met John Prince (March 07) I was not looking for a GSP. As a matter of fact I wanted a "pointing" Lab. After some research and discussion with breeders of pointing labs and after a discussion with John, I decided to reserve a male sight unseen from a litter born in April 07 sired out of Princes Snake Eyes Romeo. I got third pick and was understandably nervous whether I made the right decision. The time came to travel to Pittsburgh, Ks. and pick up the little guy.

I got to the kennels and met John who strikes me as an honest person who loves his dogs and the outdoors. After he demonstrated Snakes Eye's ability I thought this dog has what is takes and it appears to be natural ability rather than force-broke. Then the time came to see my pup. He was in a pen with his three little sisters and since momma was back home in Saint Louis, they were all looking for attention. Boy was I nervous, you've thought I was holding my son for the first time. My wife took to him instantly, not like my wife to take to a bird dog. But this one was different. I have always read to take the one that is more "out front", you know more assertive. Third pick out of 3 males, I didn't have a choice and I have to admit I wasn't sold because this one calm, very shy and well, with three sisters brooding over you what can you expect. But when I looked him in the eye you could tell something was different about the way he looked back at me. It was like he was checking me out too. He was not some uncontrollable wild eyed pup looking for a pat on the head. Well, I thought with John's satisfaction guarantee, if I didn't like him I would return him so it's time to go home and meet the family.

I have 4 dogs and 2 teenagers at home so already its going to be an overwhelming experience for the new guy to say the least.

He slept in my lap the 3 hours ride home. The first couple of days he just slept, played a little slept some more, ate and did the usual stuff.

Admittedly, I was not impressed. Third day came and he was beginning to socialize better with the dogs especially with my 6 month old female Labrador.

Today, "Gunner" Von Brawn is 13 weeks and last week he was stalking/pointing his play mate in the yard. He naturally brings anything I throw back to me with very little calling. Very handsome bird dog, basketball type body, you know the tall dark and handsome, the women love em. My neighbor comes over just to see him because "he's a good looking dog". Guys that come over are impressed with his good looks ie, markings, build, his swagger and his laid back temperament. My female vet thinks he should make a good stud just on looks alone and temperament set aside his hunting ability.

John is a great guy for being honest about his dogs. In July, John will help me start Gunner Von Brawn and in the mean time I am enjoying Gunner just being a pup and doing what puppies do. Thanks John for a life long companion. This one is a keeper.

Submitted by: Karl Purvis 14 June 2007

I just purchased a GSP pup from John, three weeks ago and had nothing but a good experience with him. He is very knowledgeable and was open to answer all the questions I had.

My pup will be 10 wks in a couple days and I have seen so many good things from her already. She caught on to her name, Here command, and Sit very fast and is already retrieve a dummy. (in only 2 weeks)

I was unsure what to expect at first but everything that John had stated about his pups has been correct.

I would recommend John to anyone looking for a good hunting dog.

Submitted by: Beau Peterson 14 June 2007

A few months ago I got a shorthair pup from a local breeder. When I got her I had every intention of sending her to a training school. I learned of Prince's operation thru my brother and decided to contact him. I got a hold of John to discuss some training ideas and see about sending the dog to him for training. As we started talking he took me through several steps to start the dog out right. He explained allot of basic do's and don'ts that have been very helpful. My dog is 4 1/2 months old and by following his methods I have my dog sitting, coming to me, retrieving, and yes pointing. We still have a lot of work ahead, but I wouldn't be anywhere without Johns help. This guy knows what he is talking about. Thanks John.

Submitted by: Chad Peterson 14 June 2007

I met John in 1996, at that time I bought four GSP pups out of a litter sired by Prince's I Saul the Light and Baroness Katrina. All four became outstanding gun dogs as well as winners in the local QU fun trials. Two years later I bought another female pup out of another breeding of the same Sire and Dam as my first pups. She became a Superb gundog and has also won several QU fun trials. I have seen many GSPs but John Prince simply has an outstanding bloodline of dogs that are naturals. They point, back, retrieve and most of all have brains/personality which has endeared them to my whole family. John is an excellent trainer who has a soft touch and knows his business when it comes to training a gundog. John is a straight up guy from whom I have purchased great dogs not only for myself but others as well. I highly recommend John and his GSP's!!

Submitted by: Russ Cherry on 15 May 2007