About Us / Pro Trainer Charles Cates

Charles Cates grew up in East Texas helping his father train quail dogs, showing, and fitting cattle across the Texas Circuit.

After obtaining his bachelor's degree at Stephen F. Austin State University, Charles operated a logistics company for nearly 17 years and trained retrievers on the side.

Charles trained dogs for a field trial trainer for 2 years before opening Texas Flyway Retrievers. Charles has had success from gundogs, hunt test, derby, and qualifying dogs all-age.

  Feel free to call Charles with any questions you may have.