Balanced Canines

11/20/2025

I can hardly believe that we are just a week and a half away from Thanksgiving. This time of year I am extra thankful for all of you and for my own family, friends and furry companions. This year I wanted to do something special to help pay it forward to an organization in our community that works their tails off to help those with tails and without homes. The Lakes Area Humane Society. I am doing a drive for things that they are in need of. Below is a list of items they are currently looking for:

Dry Dog Food (Purina or Iams Brand)
Dry Kitten Food (Purina or Iams Brand)
Litter (Clumping and non-clumping)
Cat/Kitten Collars (Break Away Style)
Bleach & Lysol Floor/Multi-purpose cleaner (Orange or fresh scent preferred)
Dog Collars, Leashes & Harnesses (any size)
Classic Kong Dog Toys (Large)
Paper Towels
Toilet Paper
Postage Stamps
Duct Tape
Trash bags (30, 13 & 5 gallon)
Post-it notes
Copy Paper (white)

These donations help to keep their cost lower thus allowing for them to increase their programs and services to help homeless animals in our community. For those who would like to donate physical items, you can either drop them off at the shelter yourself or I will be at Lincoln Elementary School from 5-5:30 pm Monday, November 24th in the parking lot on the North side of the building (white Toyota Minivan) to collect donations and will bring all donations out to the shelter on Tuesday, November 25th. Please reach out if you have any questions at all.

11/11/2025

To all who have served our country, both canine and human, we thank you for your bravery and service!

10/09/2025

So glad the Alexandria Police Department has Glory for this purpose and Glory has them to fulfill her purpose!!! What a wonderful match. So great for the mental health for both the staff/officers and the dog! ❤️🐾

Alexandria PD's office dog is just the ticket for stressful days.

09/30/2025

ATTENTION: Only 3 spots remaining for our last puppy class for 2025. I know it is crazy to think about 2026, but our next class isn't until after the new year so don't wait to get registered! Class begins on October 20th and runs through November 24th. Here is the link to get registered: https://www.balancedcaninesmn.com/class-registration/p/puppy-class-496nf-pbs68-t2sn2-pldkj

09/30/2025

PSA: Some great products in this giveaway in case you are interested and want to enter the drawing.

09/29/2025

What a weekend!!! Yesterday’s Aggression in Dogs Conference wrapped up with on of my all time favorite speakers/trainers/presenters, Suzanne Clothier and as always, she didn’t disappoint. What a great presentation and what a great conference!!!

09/28/2025

Aggression in Dogs Conference Day 3! Another wonderful line up of speakers!!! Thank you Michael Shikashio for putting together such a fantastic lineup of presenters and a wonderful conference and community. Grateful for all of your hard work, expertise and kindness our industry is better of because of it.

09/27/2025

Here we go, day 2 at the Aggression in Dogs Conference, starting off with the amazing Kim Brophy presenting!!! Such great information!

09/26/2025

So excited to be at the Aggression in Dogs Conference 2025 3 amazing presentations so far and so much more to go! Thank you Michael Shikashio for this learning and connecting opportunity!

09/23/2025

Alexandria Area Friends: Please keep your eyes open for this dog. She may be frightened and skittish, so please follow the directions on the poster. Thank you in advance for your help!!!

09/05/2025

Only 4 spots left for our Fall puppy class. Starts October 20th. Don't miss out, register now at the link below to grab your spot. https://www.balancedcaninesmn.com/class-registration/p/puppy-class-496nf-pbs68-t2sn2-pldkj

08/02/2025

Such a great first day of Suzanne Clothier’s 2-day workshop! Great content, fabulous attendees and venue. Thank you Suzanne for an amazing day of learning!!! Looking forward to tomorrow!