Gentle Canine Fitness and Training

Gentle Canine Fitness and Training Cooperative training for health and happiness. She is a KPA-Certified Training Partner as well VSA-Certified Dog Trainer (Online.)

Founder of Gentle Canine Fitness and Training, Nicole Ireland, has been a licensed veterinary technician with a special interest in behavior for more than twenty years. Nicole uses skills learned from her Fear Free certification (elite), Low Stress Handling University certification, and reading extensively about behavior and training. She also stays current on the science of dog training through w

ebinars and online courses. Nicole is a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer thru the University of Tennessee, Karen Pryor Puppy Start Right Instructor, and a Trick Dog Instructor thru Do More With Your Dog. Nicole's personal dog training philosophy is to care for the whole dog. She strives to balance dogs' physical, emotional, and mental well-being with the needs of their humans' household. Nicole lives with her husband, David, in Bradford, Maine. They share the love of four dogs and two cats. She spends her spare time competing in agility, hiking with her Australian shepherd, and exploring the world through her camera lens.

11/22/2025
11/22/2025

EDIT: All dogs MUST be leashed. All cats must be in a carrier or contained safely. No Loose animals will be permitted in the hospital for the clinic.

We’re honored to take part in the Town of Holden’s 25 Days of Giving Fund!

On Tuesday, November 25th, 9am-12pm, we’re hosting a free rabies vaccine clinic for the public. No appointment is needed, and there is no cost to you. Vaccines will be available while supplies last!

Protect your pets, protect your community. 🐾

11/22/2025

I am so happy to be working with The Bark House Pet Resort and Spa!

I met pearl and her sister maple last week. Maple opted out of having a picture taken. They are having some conflict abo...
11/09/2025

I met pearl and her sister maple last week. Maple opted out of having a picture taken. They are having some conflict about resources, but their people are on top of it.

Sonic had an enrichment visit. This included a sniff walk, some leash training, and some fun with a cone and a bowl.
11/08/2025

Sonic had an enrichment visit. This included a sniff walk, some leash training, and some fun with a cone and a bowl.

11/08/2025

This is a tough bunny, but Bode decided the ear must come off. He has many types of toys to chew, but sometimes a dog just needs to chew a stuffy. Bode needs a lot of supervision because he may eat the piece that comes off. Trade is a big part of his training. Do you know what to do if your dog eats something he shouldn't?

Call your vet!

11/01/2025

Sometimes a puppy needs a zoomy break after concentrating on training. Remember to keep sessions short and fun.

I guess I owe PVS some new coloring papers. Paper is very attractive to teething puppies so put the mail up high.
10/19/2025

I guess I owe PVS some new coloring papers. Paper is very attractive to teething puppies so put the mail up high.

Sonic grabbed a toy to come along on our walk today.
10/19/2025

Sonic grabbed a toy to come along on our walk today.

Louise lives the life. These are just some of the food puzzles she has. Her guardians know she needs brain work to preve...
10/19/2025

Louise lives the life. These are just some of the food puzzles she has. Her guardians know she needs brain work to prevent boredom related behaviors . However, they also know to keep the challenge achievable. Becoming overly frustrated is not enriching.

10/17/2025

Side and River are great friends. Puppy play is full of loose exaggerated movements with role reversals and mini breaks. I love watching these boys.

Please vaccinate.
09/27/2025

Please vaccinate.

Address

411 Davis Road
Bangor, ME
04401

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12076317686

Website

https://gentlecaninescheduling.as.me/schedule.php

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