SERVICE.
FAMILY.
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Professional Service Dog Trainer and Golden Retriever Breeder in Gardner, KS. We specialize in ESA's for Veterans with PTSD, hunting Golden Retrievers and of course family companions with proven temperament, obedience, intelligence and health for these specializations.

Health Standards

PennHip Tested
OFA Tested
Royal Canin Genetic Health Analysis
AKC Certified Purebred
American Kennel ClubPennHIP & OFA Certified
Scott Yingling - AKC Certified Trainer with Golden Retriever
AKC
Certified
Trainer
Scott Yingling

Scott Yingling is an AKC-certified dog trainer specializing in Golden Retrievers as Emotional Support Animals (ESA) and Service Dogs. With certifications in AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, CGC, AKC Community Canine, Urban CGC, Video Home Manners, and as an AKC Trick Dog Evaluator (#113293), Scott has produced multiple 24/7 public ESA's for Special Forces Veterans with PTSD on behalf of the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation and Jeb Burton Racing, Jordan Anderson and John Bommarito Motorsports.

Besides training, Scott also has his own line of Golden Retrievers based on AKC stud dog Bjorn XV Yingling. Bjorn's offspring are the standard for a multifaceted canine. He has offspring that are currently working ESA's, Service Dogs, Professional Hunting Dogs and of course a number of family and companion dogs.

Training

Assertive Training
All dogs are trained under a lovingly assertive demeanor. We love all of our pups with all our hearts which is why they will obey. It's better for them, it's better for us.
Animals Intuition
It may seem counterintuitive to assertively insist on our pups following rules and also believe in a canines intuition. Not only do I believe that they can coexist but I believe we become MORE in tune with our dogs intuition as we train them.

Breeding

Canine Health
Canine Health is the primary objective of breeding pure bred Golden Retrievers. I don't care about designer dogs or selecting traits we find attractive. I care about giving the dog the best odds at the healthiest life possible! Period.
Bjorn XV Yingling
Bjorn XV Yingling has a clear Royal Canin Genetics Test that tests for over 140 known disease causing mutations and has a Penn Hip score that is within the tightest 5% of the breed. All documents available under about tab.

Versatility Perfected

I may be biased but that doesn't make me wrong! Bjorn's line of puppies aren't just able to accomplish whatever lifestyle you want out of your dog, it'll better at that lifestyle than the rest. Whether its an ESA, Service, Hunting or Family dog you want, a Bjorn puppy won't just fit that bill, it will be the best at it! Don't take my word for it. Proof is in the puddin'! Ask to talk to Blayne - Asta's Owner and professional duck hunting guide, or Cara - Winnie's momma and SANE nurse who works with Winnie in the St. Lukes Health System as an ESA, or Christine - Birdie's owner who is currently training Bird for non-profit ESA work. I can go on and on. Just holler at me and these folks and many others would be happy to tell you exactly how accurate my above statement is.

Golden retriever puppies at Bear Creek Kennels

The Difference Is in the Details

Our puppies are born in our home. They're handled daily from birth, exposed to household sounds, surfaces, and experiences through our structured Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and socialization protocols.

  • Vet-checked and age-appropriate vaccinations
  • Microchipped before going home
  • 1-year health guarantee on genetic conditions
  • Lifetime breeder support and guidance
  • Puppy temperament testing at 7 weeks
Hunting success with trained Golden Retriever

Ask about our Trained Puppy Program!

Your first pup? Not had a dog in a while? Don't want the stress of training a puppy? Rest assured, we'll handle that!

We offer a 1 month obedience and manners training program based on AKC Canine Good Citizen Program. Get your pup fully trained by a professional and ready for life without the complication of having to do it yourself!

Interested in a puppy? We maintain a waiting list for upcoming litters.

Professional dog training at Bear Creek Kennels

Results-Driven Training Programs

Our positive reinforcement methods build lasting behavior through trust and clear communication — not force or intimidation. We specialize in training all breeds, with proven success across service dogs, ESAs, hunting dogs, and family companions.

6 Weeks

AKC CGC Class

Prepare your dog for AKC Canine Good Citizen certification. Foundation obedience and public manners.

  • Sit, Stay, Down, Come, Heel
  • Leash walking & manners
  • Socialization & confidence building
  • CGC test preparation
$125
Flexible

Private Training

One-on-one training tailored to your dog's needs. Perfect for addressing specific behavioral issues or advanced skills.

  • Customized training plan
  • Individual attention
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Owner coaching included
$50/hr
Custom

Service Dog Training

Professional training for service dogs and public access dogs. Contact for pricing based on specific needs.

  • Public access training
  • Task-specific training
  • Handler coaching
  • Ongoing support
Contact for pricing
Flexible

24/7 Dog Care

Full-time boarding and care for your dog. Includes exercise, training, and socialization.

  • Daily exercise & enrichment
  • Professional care
  • Training integration
  • Daily updates available
Contact for pricing

Let's Start the Conversation

Whether you're interested in a puppy, a training program, or just have questions — we'd love to hear from you. We typically respond within 24 hours.

Location
Gardner, Kansas (Exact address provided upon contact)
Hours
Mon–Fri: 9am – 5pm Sat–Sun: By appointment