We have been successful at retriever competitions for almost 40 years. Woody Thurman of Twin Lakes Kennel, has produced dozens of Master Hunter Labrador retrievers. Despite our incredible success at the field trials, we are most interested in helping our clients to own and handle the world’s best Labrador Retrievers. Our commitment to that goal has never faltered.
We are very proud of titling more than 200 AKC Master Hunter Labrador Retrievers. Woody has also qualified 47 retrievers at AKC Master Nationals. He has won the Ducks Unlimited Open Championships twice. But we are most proud of…
-Woody Thurman
About Woody Thurman: Woody and Judi Thurman of Twin Lakes Kennel have been breeding and training world class Labrador Retrievers for more than 35 years. Twin Lakes Kennel is the number #1 resource for Labrador Retriever puppies. We select from the most dominant American field bloodlines and breed for natural hunting instinct and tractability. Our Labs, both puppies and adults, are out of the top working Labrador Retriever bloodlines in the country. The end results are the most talented, well rounded Labrador Retrievers possible, making them a most desirable family pet.
More than eight thousand (8,000) Labrador Retrievers have been bred and trained during those thirty-five years. During this time, Woody has titled more than 200 AKC Master Hunter Labrador Retrievers. Woody has also qualified 47 retrievers at AKC Master Nationals. He has won the Ducks Unlimited Open Championships twice. In addition, two of his Labs, Drake and Rondy, bred and trained at Twin Lakes Kennel, are in the Master National Hall of Fame.
Our Labrador Retriever puppies are the culmination of a 30 year search for the most talented, well rounded Labrador Retriever possible. We select from the most dominant American field bloodlines and breed for natural hunting instinct and tractability. Our puppies begin a structured socialization program in the litter box and are introduced to birds at six weeks.
All our Labrador Retriever Puppies carry a guarantee against hereditary defects and to have basic retrieving instincts. Parents of all our Labrador Retriever puppies are physically sound with certified hips and eyes. They are out of the top working Labrador Retriever bloodlines in the country.
We guarantee all our Labrador Retriever puppies to be free from hereditary defects.
Call Woody and Judi at (910) 462-3246 for more information.
Core dog training at Twin Lakes Kennel turns raw enthusiasm into everyday reliability. Our team has more than 45 years of experience working with American field-bred Labradors and shapes steady companions that listen the first time, settle quickly, and respond reliably under distraction
Our approach emphasizes simple commands executed precisely, fair consequences, and repetition that builds trust, confidence, and clear communication between dog and owner.
Core training establishes the foundation for all advanced work and practical obedience. Heel, sit, here, place, kennel, and calm hold form the language that keeps a dog attentive on walks, polite with guests, and focused during busy or stimulating moments.
With this foundation, advanced skills such as handling drills, blind retrieves, and steadiness to wing and shot progress more efficiently because dogs already understand timing, pressure, release, and the value of listening. Strong core training also nurtures mental discipline, impulse control, and confidence, which carry over into both home life and field activities.
Our training program is designed for dogs six months and older that are physically sound and current on vaccinations. Training starts with leash and collar work to build precise heel, consistent sits, a quick recall, and a reliable place and kennel routine.
From there, dogs learn a quiet mouth and a clean delivery to hand, along with impulse control around doors, meals, and visitors.
Most dogs complete this core phase in four to six weeks, depending on maturity and prior exposure. Boarding is included for convenience, and we maintain a structured routine that supports steady behavior, rapid learning, and confidence.
If you have any inquiries about our core dog training services, feel free to contact us today.
Limited litters available – reserve your future hunting partner or family friend today!
Limited litters available – reserve your future hunting partner or family friend today!
Are you interested in learning more about master hunter labrador retrievers for sale and master hunter labrador retriever training by Woody Thurman? Call us for more information at (910) 462-3246 to purchase a world class Labrador Retriever from Woody Thurman today!
“I have known Woody and Judy for over 20 years. There are no finer folks. They have my total trust with any dog sent to Twin Lakes for training. The dogs that go to Twin Lakes are worked in drills. Don't expect your dog to come home fat. Working dogs need to be in top physical condition. The most powerful thing about Woody is that his dog work to their...
-Nat lambeth
