Ronnie and Susanna Smith train bird dogs using a system developed and refined by multiple generations of the Smith family. This training system is built on the belief that the mindset of the dog is critical in determining every bird dog’s success. Over the generations, the family has continually learned from dogs by always remaining curious about why bird dogs act and react the way they do. Those lessons continue to guide the structure of the training method and how it is applied today. While over time this bird dog training method has been referred to by names such as Smith Method of Bird Dog Training, the Delmar Smith Method, the Silent Command System, and Huntsmith, the foundation remains the same: a family-built training format shaped by time, experience, and a deep respect for bird dogs.

At Smith Kennels, Ronnie and Susanna Smith, do all of the training together as a team. They carry forward the family tradition through daily, hands-on training, continuing to refine the method with each dog they work. Every dog trained adds to the collective understanding of bird dogs, and directly benefits the next dog.

This training method focuses on developing confident, composed, and compliant bird dogs by working with their natural instincts. Whether you’re seeking professional bird dog training, educational seminars, or a deeper understanding of the Smith training philosophy, you’ll find this program rooted in family tradition and carried forward through the shared leadership, experience, and passion of Ronnie and Susanna Smith.