About the Stohner's
About the Stohner's
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Our Story
Our Story
Stohner Pudelpointers wasn’t originally founded with the goal of breeding and training dogs. It all began as a birthday gift—Lady, a spirited Pudelpointer, given to Scott for his 30th birthday. But from the moment she hit the field and settled into their home, it became clear: this dog was something special. Her natural ability, calm temperament, and adaptability quickly turned what was once a hobby into a lifelong pursuit.
Stohner Pudelpointers wasn’t originally founded with the goal of breeding and training dogs. It all began as a birthday gift—Lady, a spirited Pudelpointer, given to Scott for his 30th birthday. But from the moment she hit the field and settled into their home, it became clear: this dog was something special. Her natural ability, calm temperament, and adaptability quickly turned what was once a hobby into a lifelong pursuit.
Lady arrived about a year before Eli joined the family through a private adoption process that took over four years to complete. Her presence brought joy and focus during a season of waiting and transition—she was the right dog at exactly the right time.
Today, we’re intentional about how and when we breed. We produce, at most, one carefully planned litter every year, and we thoughtfully match each puppy with a home that shares our values of care, purpose, and partnership—both in the field and at home.
About Scott
About Scott
Scott’s journey with hunting dogs started young—duck hunting on Texas public lakes with his dad, brother, and Uncle Ken (a lion tamer by trade, and dog trainer by passion). It was Uncle Ken who first introduced Scott to working dogs in action, bringing along Lacy, a seasoned hunting companion, on one unforgettable trip. That day planted a seed.
By high school, Scott convinced his family to get a Labrador retriever so he could train their own hunting dog. With no YouTube tutorials or modern resources, his first lessons came from a dog bought at the largest flea market in Texas—and a determination to learn everything he could through hands-on experience.
That determination never faded. Over the years, Scott has trained hunting dogs, service dogs, and house dogs, specializing in Pudelpointers and versatile gundogs. He combines traditional instincts with modern, reward-based methods to develop well-rounded companions ready for both the home and the hunt.
The Journey to Pudelpointers
The Journey to Pudelpointers
Scott’s dog training journey began the old-fashioned way—with a stack of CDs and DVDs from the local library. At 17, with no access to live birds, hunt tests, or even the most basic training gear, he started working with Blanca, his first duck dog. Training sessions relied on a tennis ball and a lot of hustle—Scott often had to chase the ball himself to show Blanca what retrieving meant. But through patience and persistence, Blanca turned into a reliable hunting partner who was welcomed anywhere they went.
Years later, when it came time to choose his next hunting dog, Scott turned to online forums—searching for Goldendoodle or Labradoodle breeders that might produce a hunting companion (a question that, as he later learned, bordered on heresy in the Pudelpointer world). Fortunately, two Pudelpointer owners took the time to challenge his experience and commitment to working a true hunting dog. That conversation led to several back-and-forth emails with Bob Farris of Cedarwood Kennels, who eventually connected Scott with a breeder in Minnesota. That dog turned out to be Lady—the pup who launched the Stohner Pudelpointers legacy.
Lady got to spend some time with Blanca and get some advice
Lady got to spend some time with Blanca and get some advice
Our Training Philosophy
Our Training Philosophy
At Stohner Pudelpointers, we follow a circular approach to training—whether for hunting, service work, or therapy tasks. We believe a well-trained dog should be able to accompany its owner anywhere and confidently perform the tasks expected of it, whether in the field or in a family setting. Exposure, consistency, and thoughtful repetition are at the core of every training program we design.
Our goal is simple: to raise and train dogs that are as dependable in the blind as they are in the living room.
trained Retrieve
trained Retrieve
Traditionally force fetch has been the standard for establishing a consistent fetch. We utilize primarily a hold conditioning technique and later on when the dog has demonstrated and ability to hold/fetch we can introduce pressure in order to condition the dog.
Upland -Waterfowl -Track
Upland -Waterfowl -Track
Family
Family
Even the most serious of hunters and guides require a dog in the offseason. When the season ends we do not want our dogs to be sent to a yard, instead we train for a dog that can live in a calm environment and hunt
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