Idaho Hunting Dogs

Idaho Hunting Dogs is a German shorthaired pointer breeder in Ashton, ID, serving Fremont County and the Upper Snake River Valley near Idaho Falls. Cheryl Matthiesen has been breeding pointers for several years and maintains membership in national clubs while conducting health testing for hips and elbows. The dogs live in indoor-outdoor kennels and are introduced early to field work, basic obedience and home routines for balanced temperaments.

Puppies receive daily socialization with family members and seasonal hunting outings to develop confidence in varied terrains. Many graduates from Idaho Hunting Dogs have gone on to earn placements in local field trials and perform reliably in upland bird hunts. Nutrition plans are tailored to each dog’s activity level under guidance from a nearby veterinarian familiar with pointer health. Retired dogs stay on the farm with their peers, getting daily walks and interaction rather than sudden changes to new routines.