Gem State Kennels

Gem State Kennels is a dog training business in Caldwell, ID, on US-20. Founded in 2015 by Seth Simpson, the kennel provides obedience training for all breeds, duck dog training for waterfowl and upland hunting, and breeding and training for game dogs. Simpson began training animals as a child, teaching his guinea pigs tricks at age 6 before moving on to wild pigs, cows, and the family dogs. At 18, he left his job to take on clients through Craigslist, and word of mouth has kept him busy in the years since.

The business grew from a lifelong passion for hunting with dogs and animal training. Simpson now focuses on advanced obedience, working closely with families to shape the companion they have in mind. In 2024, he purchased his dream kennel property and is expanding it to fit the needs of every dog in his care. The dogs are part of his home life, allowing him to stay involved with his family while running the business. His work has been featured by the Idaho Statesman, Recoil Web, and Idaho Wild. The kennel holds a 5.00 rating.

Gem State Kennels sits along US-20, about a third of a mile from the Idaho Medal of Honor Highway and roughly seven tenths of a mile from the Boise River. Eureka Canal runs about 1.1 miles away, and Elgin Street is approximately 1.5 miles from the property. Red Top Pond and the Farmers Cooperative Sebree Canal are both within about 1.7 miles.

With a perfect 5.00 rating and decades of hands-on experience behind it, Gem State Kennels serves dog owners in Caldwell and the wider Treasure Valley from its base on US-20.