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Wildrose Kennels

Dog trainer · Pontotoc, MS · reviewed since 2016

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%75+47.6Reliability 28%75+21.2Replies to reviews 8%47+3.9Experts Score= 73Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#64 of 75 dog trainersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 15%
4.8 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · 24 photos
89%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
21%reviews answered by the owner
May 2026latest review

Wildrose Kennels at a glance

Reviewers praise Wildrose Kennels for its clean facilities, knowledgeable staff, and the quality of its Labrador retrievers, noting that the dogs are well-trained, smart, and well-behaved. Customers appreciate the helpfulness of the team, including specific assistance with puppy care issues and access to family retreat units. However, some low-star reviews criticize the business for poor communication regarding wait times and deposits, as well as unresponsiveness to phone calls and text messages.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 56 reviews (89% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 56 Google reviews (25 with written comments, 7 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 21% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: May 24, 2026.
  • Service: Dog Trainer serving Pontotoc, Mississippi.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other dog trainers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction75Reliability75Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews47Satisfaction: 75 (median 95)Reliability: 75 (median 94)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 47 (median 51)
Wildrose KennelsDog Trainers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Wildrose Kennels: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.B
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Wildrose Kennels: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.B
75
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Wildrose Kennels: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Wildrose Kennels: 47/100 on this factor. Category median: 51.C
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Star ratings

56 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5089%
  • 4 stars47%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star24%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 25 written reviews

  • Praise1286%
  • Complaints214%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude536%
  • Communication321%
  • Price & value321%
  • Would recommend214%
  • Quality & results17%

What customers talk about

We read 25 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The grounds are amazing and the staff is friendly and very helpful.”
  • “Gotnthe tour from Blake and he answered all my questions.”
  • “There is a reason for all of the 5 star reviews and the long wait for a puppy, but believe they are worth it!”
  • “I would recommend Wildrose to anyone looking for a lab.”
  • “Willy is a top notch trainer and they are lucky to have him helping Tom and team.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

riverrat621Local Guide · 74 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Went to check out the kennel for an upcoming pup that I am getting. The grounds are amazing and the staff is friendly and very helpful. Gotnthe tour from Blake and he answered all my questions. Can not wait until the pup is ready.

JoeLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★

Really poor communication on your wait time and deposit let alone the litters. It’s a joke. Be prepared to wait in the dark and understand your non refundable deposit fee is gone.

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KLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Such an incredible place with some incredible dogs. Shout out to Drake and Tom for their assistance through the process of getting our beautiful fox red lab.

Kyle16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Got some good insight today regarding training my retriever. There is a reason for all of the 5 star reviews and the long wait for a puppy, but believe they are worth it!

SS&TLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have a Wild Rose Lab that just turned 2 years old. I had some weel bred labs back in the 1970 and 80s. I few were very good, one was exceptional. The dog I got from Wild Rose is well on his way to exceptional. He is very smart and also very trainable, something that does not always go together. He has a sweet…

Savannah9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

When my husband and I were choosing our first dog, he suggested a lab. At first I was hesitant because everybody had a lab. Now I see why. Especially a Wildrose lab. She is the light of our life and the best dog we’ve ever known. I’ve never had such a well behaved, loyal, and loving dog. We love our Millie and will…

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 56 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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riverrat621 riverrat621Local Guide · 74 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews riverrat621 has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Went to check out the kennel for an upcoming pup that I am getting. The grounds are amazing and the staff is friendly and very helpful. Gotnthe tour from Blake and he answered all my questions. Can not wait until the pup is ready.

Joe WenzelLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Really poor communication on your wait time and deposit let alone the litters. It’s a joke. Be prepared to wait in the dark and understand your non refundable deposit fee is gone.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a year ago

Joe, I am glad we able to catch up on the phone today. I am sorry that the detailed email i sent about upcoming litters and your position went into your spam folder. We work hard at Wildrose to be as communicative with our clients as we can. We know waiting for a puppy is an exciting time and we welcome phone calls along the way that can answer questions of where you sit on the puppy deposit list. Thanks for adding me to your trusted contacts so that future communication gets through to you. Best Regards, Al Klotsche Wildrose Midwest

K BLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews K has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Such an incredible place with some incredible dogs. Shout out to Drake and Tom for their assistance through the process of getting our beautiful fox red lab.

Kyle Poss16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Got some good insight today regarding training my retriever. There is a reason for all of the 5 star reviews and the long wait for a puppy, but believe they are worth it!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thanks for the great recommendation!

SS&T & The Call FamilyLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews SS&T has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have a Wild Rose Lab that just turned 2 years old. I had some weel bred labs back in the 1970 and 80s. I few were very good, one was exceptional. The dog I got from Wild Rose is well on his way to exceptional. He is very smart and also very trainable, something that does not always go together. He has a sweet disposition and is incredibly well behaved. He has as much personality as any dog I have ever encountered. He was great on doves and pheasants in his first season. He is my constant companion, and I am as close to him as I could ever be. It is clear that the people at Wild Rose know what they are doing. I would recommend them without hesitation. They produce quality dogs in a time where there are a lot of dogs around that do not have the ability or disposition that Labs are known for. I will be forever grateful for the opportunity to share time with such an amazing pet.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

What a fantastic reflection on your relationship with your Wildrose dog. This is exactly what we strive for, a personal relationship with a superb hunting companion. Thank you so much for sharing. This means a lot to the Wildrose pack! Would love to see pictures of you and your Wildrose dog on our Facebook page, Training the Wildrose Way.

Matt CulbreathLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great dogs, very clean facilities.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thanks!

Kevin Harold1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best place ever if you want a Labrador retriever.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thanks!

JJ AdamsLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews JJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best there is.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thanks!

Savannah Lewis9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Savannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

When my husband and I were choosing our first dog, he suggested a lab. At first I was hesitant because everybody had a lab. Now I see why. Especially a Wildrose lab. She is the light of our life and the best dog we’ve ever known. I’ve never had such a well behaved, loyal, and loving dog. We love our Millie and will most likely always have Wildrose dogs. They have the best personality.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you!! Hope to see you and Millie at a Wildrose event.

Garrett HerfkensLocal Guide · 42 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Garrett has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Willy is a top notch trainer and they are lucky to have him helping Tom and team.

Response from the owner · a year ago

We feel the same! Thanks!

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