Nordik K9

11/02/2025

Bo is showing his support for his new home team! 💙⚾️
From all of us at Nordik K9, we’re wishing Jays the best of luck in Game 7 of the World Series — the whole pack is cheering you on! 🐾🇨🇦

Bring it home, boys!

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Howl-o-ween from all of us at Nordik K9! 🐾
Wishing you a spooky-fun day filled with treats, wagging tails, and maybe just a few playful tricks! 👻

Stay safe, keep those pups away from chocolate, and don’t forget to share your costume photos — we’d love to see your four-legged ghouls and goblins! 🦴🕸️

10/28/2025

🐾 We’re Hiring! 🐾

Love dogs and want to work with them every day? We’re looking for a Part-Time Kennel Technician to join our team starting November 1 at our Barrie facility located on Churchill Drive.

💰 $18/hour

🕓 Day / Evening availability required

🏡 Help care for our dogs through cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and daily routines.

If you’re hardworking, reliable, and love being surrounded by four-legged friends, this might be the perfect fit!

📅 Apply today and join the Nordik K9 pack → [[email protected]]

10/28/2025

🎉🐾 Happy Birthday, Venchin! 🐾🎉

Today we’re celebrating our handsome boy Venchin with a special birthday photo shoot … because every good pup deserves their moment in the spotlight! 📸✨

He brought along his best friends for the fun, and let’s just say… there were treats, zoomies, and a lot of smiles. 💛

Swipe to see all the adorable moments from the shoot and wish Venchin a very happy birthday in the comments below! 🎂🐶

10/27/2025

10/24/2025

New Class Alert: Ready to take your scent detection skills to the next level?
Whether you’re new or already competing, this class breaks it all down — from reading your dog and leash handling to scent theory and problem-solving.

It’s not just about holding the leash… we’re about to turn your world upside down. 🐶💨

📅 Starts: Wed, Nov 12 @ 6PM
📍 Nordik K9 — 51 Churchill Dr, Unit 4, Barrie
🕓 6 classes • 1 hour each • 6 weeks
🎯 For everyone!

👉 Register: nordikk9.com/specialty-classes

10/24/2025

🌟 Barrie Bright Spot 🌟

🏔️🐾 Meet Elise & Vesper – Certified Human Remains Detection Team

Vesper was just four months old when she was adopted from the Barrie SPCA, and now, almost two years later, she’s officially a Certified Human Remains Detection K9 through the National Search Dog Alliance (NSDA).

Her handler, Elise, is a full-time Barrie Police officer, former Canadian Armed Forces medic, and a dedicated Search and Rescue volunteer with the Search and Rescue Dogs of Ontario Association. Together, they’ve spent countless hours training and preparing for this incredible milestone.

Their recent first-ever validation marks a major step toward operational readiness, both here in Canada and abroad. Elise credits her success to her incredible mentors and teammates who guided her through every step of the journey.

When she’s not volunteering or training, Elise operates Nordik K9, one of Barrie’s premier dog training facilities, welcoming dogs of all backgrounds and skill levels.

👏 Congratulations to this inspiring local team for their dedication, compassion, and hard-earned success!

10/23/2025

Vesper and I are proud to share that we’ve officially passed our NSDA (National Search Dog Alliance) Land Human Remains Detection Validation under evaluator Sherri Hall.

This was our first ever evaluation, and I couldn’t be happier with how this young dog worked — focused, driven, and confident. Every training day, every search, and every lesson led us here.

A huge shout-out to our incredible mentors and teammates who have been instrumental throughout this journey. Your guidance, support, and encouragement made all the difference.

Here’s to many more searches and continued growth together. 🐾🌲

.mccloskey .mm .nordikk9

10/20/2025

🍂🐾 Fall Photo Day at Nordik K9! 🐾🍂

Our pups had their close-ups today in our mini pumpkin patch! 🎃 Between the crunchy leaves, wagging tails, and a few sneaky pumpkin nibbles, it’s safe to say fall looks pretty good on them. 🍁

From serious poses to goofy grins, every photo captured the spirit of autumn — cozy, playful, and full of personality.

📸 Stay tuned for more adorable snapshots of our daycare dogs enjoying the season!

10/16/2025

🐾 October Puppy Class at Nordik K9! 🍂

Our latest group of pups has been learning, growing, and wagging their way through fall! From mastering the basics to building confidence around new people, dogs, and distractions — these little learners have done it all.

✨ We’re so proud of their progress and their dedicated owners who put in the time and effort each week. Every “sit,” “stay,” and “come” is a step toward a lifetime of teamwork and trust.

📸 Check out a few portraits from our October class — and if you’re ready to start your puppy’s journey, check out NordikK9.com

🎁 Graduate Offer: Puppy grads receive 20% off Level 1 – Group Socialization & Obedience

👉 Visit nordikk9.com to learn more or book your next class!

10/07/2025

CAN YOUR DOG REALLY DO EVERYTHING...? 🤔

Introducing Nordik K9 The Curious Canine Series!
- Where curiosity leads to confidence -

Join us for an exciting, hands-on set of classes designed to spark your dog’s curiosity and build new skills in a fun, low-pressure environment.

Each week features a brand-new training focus — from scent detection and trick training to confidence-building games and enrichment challenges.

Whether you’re looking to explore something new with your dog or discover hidden talents, this series offers the perfect mix of education and play — ideal for dogs of all ages and experience levels!

Starting: November 6th at 6:00 PM.
Location: Nordik K9 Facility, Barrie
51 Churchill Drive, Unit 4, Barrie
Instructor: Michelle Smith

✨ 6-Week Curriculum:
- Tricks
- Agility
- Frisbee
- Competition Obedience
- Scent Detection
- Canine Fitness

🎟️ Limited spots available — register now and let your dog’s curiosity shine!

👉 https://www.nordikk9.com/specialty-classes

10/02/2025

🐾 Come see us this Saturday, October 4th at Petoberfest! 🐶✨

We’ll be at Sunnidale Park in support of the Barrie SPCA – join us for a fun-filled day celebrating pets, community, and rescue work. Stop by, say hello, and let’s show some love for the animals who need it most. 💚
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