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Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:
Cripple Creek Retrievers strives to achieve our client’s goals, whether that is a hunting companion or a Master National Qualifier.  Our staff enjoys assisting clients from puppy selection to teaching clients how to handle their newly trained retriever.  We take pride in providing the same care to client’s dogs as we would our own; a happy, healthy dog that loves to learn during the training process and bonds with our trainers and the dog owner to achieve their goals. JC Strange-Owner and Head Trainer JC has 20 years of experience training and handling retrievers professionaly. JC has excelled at every venue offered to retrievers.  JC’s main focus at Cripple Creek Retrievers is Advanced Training and Competition dogs while also overseeing all aspects of training from obedience to finished field work. Abi Strange-Owner and Head Administrator Abi is responsible for business side of the operation.  She handles the billing and scheduling for Cripple Creek Retrievers.  Abi is also in charge of the Whelping Service where she handles puppy whelping and finding the perfect home for each puppy.     Garrett Davis- Foundation & Competetive Trainer Garrett joined CCR in 2025 and brings 5 years of dog training experience with him. As our foundation trainer he focuses on building the skills, confidence, and consistency that dogs need before moving into more advance work. He also works with both gun dogs and competiton dogs, helping develop everything from dependable hunting partners to dogs preparing to step to the line at hunt tests. Cripple Creek Retrievers Proudly Uses and Endorses the Following Products:

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Cripple Creek Retrievers — Dog Training in Decatur, TX

Cripple Creek Retrievers is a dog training business in Decatur, Texas offering private lessons. Their public materials do not publish pricing or a training method, so Barklen lists only what could be verified below and the questions worth asking before you book.

Decatur, TX • 5.0 ★ (15 Google reviews)

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Last reviewed: Oct 10, 2026

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13 / 100

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About Cripple Creek Retrievers

Based on what the business publishes about itself

JC Strange, the owner and head trainer at Cripple Creek Retrievers, has worked professionally training and handling retrievers for 20 years, according to the business's website. Based in Decatur, Texas, the operation focuses specifically on retriever training across multiple levels, from basic obedience through competitive hunt tests.

The training programs move through distinct stages. Basic and advanced obedience cover foundational commands like sit, heel, stay, and kennel work. Their gun dog program builds on that foundation with collar conditioning, force fetch, steadiness, and marking skills for hunting scenarios. For owners interested in competition, they describe an advanced track preparing dogs for AKC Hunt Tests, from Junior Hunter through Master National Hunter titles. Garrett Davis, who joined the team in 2025 with five years of training experience, handles foundation work and also trains gun dogs and competition dogs.

The business describes their approach as treating client dogs with the same care as their own, with an emphasis on dogs that enjoy learning. They also offer a whelping service, established in 2015, for clients interested in breeding their retrievers. Abi Strange, co-owner, manages that service along with business administration. Their materials note that staff work with clients from puppy selection through teaching owners how to handle their trained dogs.

What dog training programs does Cripple Creek Retrievers offer?

Cripple Creek Retrievers offers obedience training covering both basic and advanced levels. Pricing and session details are not published on their site.

Obedience

Price not published.

This program covers basic and advanced obedience for family dogs, teaching commands like sit, here, heel, stay, down and kennel.

Not stated in detail beyond command training.

Best for: Owners wanting a well-behaved family companion dog.

Focus: Basic obedience, Advanced obedience

How much does Cripple Creek Retrievers cost?

Cripple Creek Retrievers does not publish program pricing online. Contact them directly or request a quote through Barklen for current rates.

Private Lessons pricing

Private Lessons pricing at Cripple Creek Retrievers in Decatur, TX
ProgramPriceLength
ObedienceNot publishedNot stated

What training methods does Cripple Creek Retrievers use?

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not state which training method Cripple Creek Retrievers uses.

Public materials reviewed by Barklen do not specify which training tools are used.

Who runs Cripple Creek Retrievers?

As described in the business's own materials

JC Strange, Owner and Head Trainer

According to their site, has worked professionally training and handling retrievers for 20 years, with experience across many retriever training venues. Oversees all training at the business, with a focus on advanced training and competition dogs.

Abi Strange, Owner and Head Administrator

According to their site, manages the business side of operations including billing and scheduling, and runs the Whelping Service, handling puppy whelping and placement.

Garrett Davis, Foundation & Competitive Trainer

According to their site, joined the business in 2025 with 5 years of dog training experience. Works as the foundation trainer building basic skills and confidence in dogs before advanced work, and also trains gun dogs and competition dogs for hunt tests.

Where does Cripple Creek Retrievers offer dog training?

Cripple Creek Retrievers is based in Decatur, TX, offering private lessons.

Their site says they clients seeking anything from a well-mannered family dog to an advanced hunting companion or competition retriever, as well as those interested in breeding their dogs.

The address is 625 Co Rd 4223 in Decatur. Parking availability, accessibility, and facility layout are not described.

What should you ask Cripple Creek Retrievers before booking?

Generated from what their public materials leave open

  • They don't publish pricing. Ask what a private lesson package costs and exactly what is included.
  • Ask which certifications their trainers hold and who issued them.
  • Ask for proof of liability insurance.
  • Ask which training methods they use and whether aversive tools are part of the program.
  • Ask how many dogs each trainer handles at once.
  • Ask about current availability and whether there is a waitlist.

Location and hours

625 Co Rd 4223, Decatur, TX

Monday – Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday
Closed

How Barklen reviewed this listing

Barklen reviewed Cripple Creek Retrievers against the business's public materials and published this listing. That is not a check of licenses, insurance, or certifications. See our methodology for what a verified listing does and does not mean.

Details the public materials do not address (training method, aggression and reactivity cases, facility, owner visits during programs, progress updates, overnight staffing, and others) are turned into the questions above rather than filled in.

Last reviewed by Barklen: Oct 10, 2026

What Barklen could verify

Programs listed
1 program (private lessons)
Published pricing
None published

Contact Cripple Creek Retrievers or request a quote

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+1 817-475-6948Website

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