Feather Hunters Kennel

Bred for the field. Trained for the hunt.

Breeding health and hunt tested Bracco italiano’s 

—located in central Minnesota—

Dogs playing in a field at sunset with a hay bale and wind turbines in the distance.
Four dogs swimming in a lake with trees and blue sky in the background.
A man with two hunting dogs and two dead birds hanging on the wall outside an old, weathered wooden building with a window, a shotgun leaning against the window, and hunting gear on the ground.
A dog running through tall green grass carrying a bird in its mouth.
A dog with a red collar exploring a dry, grassy field with a few small bushes, and trees in the background under an overcast sky.
A puppy sleeping peacefully on a lush green lawn with a garden and outdoor structures in the background.
A dog with brown and white fur carrying a bird in its mouth in a snowy field.
A man in orange and gray outdoor clothing stands in a grassy field next to a pickup truck with two hunting dogs and some game birds hanging from the back. The truck bed contains hunting gear, including a backpack and a shotgun. One dog, sitting on th
A dog with brown and white spots walking through a dry grassy field, wearing a red collar.
A man in sunglasses and a beige t-shirt kneels next to a hunting dog in an orange vest, beside a tree with hanging hunting decoys and a rifle, in a grassy field under a clear blue sky.

testimonials

  • "I would highly recommend Jesse Freese and Feather Hunters Kennel to anyone interested in a Bracco with a strong hunting drive. I had spoken with several other kennels before choosing Feather Hunters. I chose Jesse because he was very helpful answering my (many) questions and I could tell that he was very experienced with hunting dogs. He helped me choose a puppy based on my hunting style and my family. When picking up our puppy (Arnie) his facilities were clean and well kept. Jesse has continued to be accessible as a training resource well beyond the pick up day. Arnie will soon turn three and has turned out to be a great hunting dog and a fantastic family dog for me, my wife and two boys (5 & 8). I am very happy with my choice in both breed and breeder. "

    -Dane

    Fairbanks, AK

  • "Jesse at Feather Hunters Kennel is an outstanding breeder who truly stands behind his dogs. He health tests, places pups intentionally in hunting homes, and is always willing to share his knowledge of the Bracco Italiano. I've hunted over Labs for years, but the natural ability, nose, and instincts on my Bracco are on another level. Best hunting dog I've owned. Highly recommend Jesse and Feather Hunters Kennel."

    Will B

  • "Jesse has been great to work with and truly cares about both his clients and his dogs. As newcomers to Braccos, we really appreciated that he invited us to meet all of his dogs so we could see Bracco's personalities and learn more about the breed. Throughout the process, he kept us well updated and shared lots of pictures of the puppies, which meant a lot to us. Even after we brought our dog home, Jesse continued to stay in touch, offering guidance and support as we trained him to be both a great family companion and a bird dog. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience."

    Kyler

  • "Traveling from Florida to Minnesota to pick up a puppy I bought over the phone was definitely a risk—but one worth taking. Feathers Hunter’s Cypress (“Cy”) is everything Jesse promised and more. He’s a true gentleman in the house and an absolute pleasure to walk behind in the field."

    Chad R

  • "When I was looking for a Bracco Italiano, I was fortunate to meet Jesse Freese at Feather Hunters kennel. I wanted a top line versatile hunting dog and this is exactly what I got. Fran is a wonderful upland Hunter, but I also take her water foul hunting with my son in North Dakota. At home Fran is calm and relaxed and is my wife’s best buddy. I look forward to adding another Bracco from Feather Hunters kennels soon."

    Paul S

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