Scott Stohner with his wife, son, and two of the family's dogs in a grass field.

More Than a Business. A Life Built Around Dogs.

Stohner Kennels was built on a simple belief: every dog deserves patient, consistent training and exceptional care.

Located on 11 acres just outside Rockwall in Poetry, Texas, our facility was designed to give dogs the space to learn, explore, and thrive in a safe, structured environment. Whether your dog is staying for boarding, beginning obedience training, or preparing for hunting season, our goal is always the same, to help every dog reach its full potential while giving owners confidence and peace of mind.

Meet Scott

I've always enjoyed working with dogs. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a dog start to understand what's being asked of them and watching that confidence grow over time.

Every dog that comes here is different. Some need more patience, some need a different approach, and some just need someone to take the time to communicate with them in a way they understand. That's what I enjoy most about training.

Whether your dog is here for obedience, boarding, or hunting dog training, they're going to be treated like one of my own. My goal is to send home a dog that's more confident, more reliable, and more enjoyable to live with while making sure you have the knowledge to continue that progress after training is complete.

I don't measure success by how many dogs come through my kennel. I measure it by the relationships people have with their dogs after they leave.

Two hunters walking through an open grass field carrying shotguns during an upland hunt.

The Stohner Team

Hunter in blaze orange handing a downed game bird to a wirehaired pointing dog in a grass field.

Scott's son smiling between two of the family's dogs in a grass field.

A wirehaired pointing dog sitting by a pond, looking into the distance.

Scott Stohner

Founder & Lead Trainer

Eli Stohner

Kennel Helper

Cedarwoods Lady Stohner

The Foundation

Scott Stohner with his wife, son, and two dogs in a grass field, farmhouse in the background.

A Family Business

Stohner Kennels is a family business, and family is at the heart of everything we do. Whether we're caring for boarding dogs, raising puppies, or spending time outdoors together, we believe dogs have a unique way of bringing people together.

Why Clients Choose Stohner Kennels

Expertise

Professional Training

Every dog receives the highest standard of professional guidance tailored to their growth.

Custom

Individualized Programs

We don't believe in shortcuts; our programs are built specifically for your dog's needs.

Space

11-Acre Ranch Setting

Our expansive ranch provides the perfect environment for dogs to learn, explore, and thrive.

Care

Climate-Controlled Boarding

We prioritize comfort and safety with professional, climate-controlled facilities.

Versatile

Family Pets and Hunting Dogs

Our expertise spans across family companions and high-performance sporting dogs.

Trust

Personalized Client Communication

We keep you informed and involved, ensuring peace of mind throughout the process.

Hunter walking through tall grass carrying a shotgun during an upland hunt.

We'd Love to Meet You

Whether you're interested in boarding, training, or adding a puppy to your family, we'd love the opportunity to show you what makes Stohner Kennels different.

A wet, muddy wirehaired dog with tongue out standing in shallow water after a retrieve.

Hunter holding a harvested pheasant with a wirehaired pointing dog in the grass below.

Hunter walking through open prairie with two dogs during an upland hunt.

A man in a camo cap posing outdoors with a child and their dog, holding red award ribbons.

Close-up portrait of a wirehaired dog's face outdoors.

A dog with an orange lead standing in thick dry brush and marsh grass.

A dog standing alert in dense brush near green camo netting.

A wirehaired puppy sitting on a bed next to a camouflage-patterned dog toy.