Dog's Best Friend Training

04/27/2026

🐾 What makes a GOOD walk? For dogs, the answer might surprise you!

Most of us think of a walk as just that — walking. But for your dog, a truly enriching walk looks a lot different. Think sniffing (yes, it's good!), parkour for strength and flexibility, brain games, and training built right into your route.

Join us for our Enrichment Walks & Parkour Class with Julie Vanderloop and discover how to make every walk the best part of your dog's day — and yours.

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Most of us think of a walk with our dog as just that…walking! In this class, we will learn what a good walk entails. From sniffing and why it is good (not bad!) for your dog, parkour for exercise and flexibility to fun to games that use their brain in addition to physical exercise.

04/14/2026

Due to the predicted severe storms heading our way later this afternoon into the evening, we are playing it safe and canceling all training classes scheduled for this evening. We will add an extra week onto the end of the series as a make up.

04/01/2026

Do you want to help your dog accept handling like nail trims and brushing better? How about being able to use dog buttons that have recorded words like "outside" that your dog can touch to communicate with you? Sound fun? Join us for this great class with Julie Vanderloop!!

This class will work on beginning skills to help with handling needs: brushing, nails and ear cleaning as examples In addition we will introduce Talking Buttons, where you dog can learn to press a particular button with a specific recorded word like "Outside". Both of these will help improve and cla...

03/31/2026

North Woods Australian Shepherd Club is holding its 10th Annual Canine Cancer Fundraiser. Their goal is to raise $10,000 for canine cancer research Hemangiosarcoma is one of the most aggressive cancers in dogs. This disease advances rapidly with few warning signs. By the time symptoms appear, treatment options are limited and often come too late. Please consider donating directly here: gofund.me/fd20a547d or sharing the link to help this local club reach their goal and save lives.

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It's time for the Northwoods Australian Shepherd Club annual fundraiser to s… Erin Rudolf needs your support for Help NWASC Raise $10K for Dog Cancer Research

03/16/2026

All of our classes scheduled for today, Monday March 16th will be cancelled. It will take all of us awhile to dig out of the storm! We will see you all next week!

03/15/2026

Our morning classes are ON today but afternoon agility will be cancelled as the storm seems to be coming sometime this afternoon.

02/19/2026

Does your dog struggle with paying attention? As spring approaches, it's the perfect opportunity to enhance your pet's focus and strengthen your bond. Our Get Focused and In Control Class is designed to help dogs learn that you are the most exciting thing around. Invest in your dog's training today and witness the transformation in their behavior and responsiveness. Don't miss out on this chance to improve your pet-owner relationship! https://dogsbestfriendtraining.com/product/get-focused-and-in-control/

02/13/2026

Do you have a small breed dog and want to have her socialize with other small dogs while working on listening skills and obedience cues?
Don't Miss Out! This one is popular and we don't offer it often!

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Email from Dog's Best Friend Training   Tiny Tots! Play and Training for Small Dogs     Tiny Tots Class is open to small dogs approx 20 lbs and under. If you would like to teach your dog to listen wh

02/10/2026

Class Starting Thursday in Middleton!

Does Your Dog Know The Basics When The Going Gets Tough?

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Email from Dog's Best Friend Training You don't want to miss this. Does Your Dog Know The Basics When The Going Gets Tough? All About Distraction Class! Are you not sure how to transfer those basics

02/06/2026

Our founder, mentor and friend, Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. has some exciting news! The release of her first fiction novel - and it's a mystery with plenty of "dog" to make all of us happy! Take a peek at her post and note that she will be doing book signings/readings - don't miss out on seeing her!!

Here is REASON #4 that I am so excited about the release of Away to Me: I get to hit the road and meet many of YOU!

One of the great joys of my career has always been connecting with fellow dog lovers—swapping stories, sharing laughs, and learning from one another. I can’t wait to visit bookstores, talk about the dogs (real and fictional!) who shaped this novel, and finally put faces to some of the names I’ve seen online for years. There’s nothing quite like meeting kindred spirits who understand that dogs make life infinitely richer.

And super news: you can stay up to date with my in-person events by checking out this page on my website - https://bit.ly/4qn7xbt