Training With Purpose: Building Confidence, Connection, and Capability
At Shore Acres Chesapeakes, we believe that training should begin early and be rooted in trust, consistency, and joy. Whether it’s building strong manners at home, developing a trick-based communication style, or preparing for AKC titles in the field, our focus is on raising confident, emotionally balanced Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
This page is your gateway into our training philosophy, accomplishments, and future services. Whether you’re here to celebrate our young dogs’ titles or you’re interested in working toward your own, you’re in the right place.
What You’ll Find in This Section:
~Titles & Accomplishments~
Watch our young dogs in action and explore their early AKC titles — from Trick Dog to Virtual Home Manners, with many more to come.
~AKC Evaluation Services Now Available~
Basia Riera is an officially approved AKC Evaluator and now offers evaluations for the following titles:
• Virtual Home Manners – Puppy & Adult
• Trick Dog Titles – Novice through Performer
• S.T.A.R. Puppy & Canine Good Citizen (CGC, CGCA, CGCU)
Evaluations are available to both Shore Acres families and the general public, with options for virtual or in-person sessions (in Mid-Michigan).
👉 Learn More About Evaluation Services
Closing Note
Whether you’re a new puppy parent, a future performance handler, or simply someone who values clear communication and connection with your dog, we’re excited to share this part of the journey with you.
